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$148,735$51 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $120,000 on Apr 17, 2023

20598 OLD ROME RD

WATERTOWN, NY 13601
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,914 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
85.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$149K
$127K low$170K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Apr 17, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,883 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$338,400 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$233,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$338,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$371,868

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.area not mapped

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.85.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 554 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sackets Harbor Central SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 7.1 mi

District: Sackets Harbor Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 13601These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,771
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.269 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,586
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,149
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

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How this home compares

20598 Old Rome Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 72% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Among the largest lots in Watertown 13601
  • Older than 95% of homes in Watertown 13601

What homes are worth in Watertown 13601

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$59K$509K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Watertown 13601.

How it measures up in Watertown 13601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Watertown 13601.

Estimated value$148,735
CheaperTypical $183,397Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$51
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area2,914 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,604 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size85.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 20598 Old Rome Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatertown 13601Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,73533% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$514% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than2,914 ft²93% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than85.1 acalmost all homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than18605% of homes8% of homes

About 20598 Old Rome Rd

How much is 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY is $148,735 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $127,458 to $170,012. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY last sell?

20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY last sold on Apr 17, 2023 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY?

20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,914 square feet of living space and a 85.10-acre lot.

When was 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY built?

20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY?

20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY is assigned to Sackets Harbor Central School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Sackets Harbor Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY compare to other homes in Watertown 13601?

Among the 10,614 homes in Watertown 13601, it is worth more than 33% of them ($148,735 against a typical $183,397), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($51 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,914 ft² against a typical 1,604 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (85.1 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1860 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 28% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 20598 Old Rome Rd, Watertown, NY was $5,883. The county assessed it at $338,400.

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