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$580,574$286 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $395,000 on Dec 29, 2008

253 ROUTE 208

NEW PALTZ, NY 12561
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,032 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.
2.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$581K
$499K low$662K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$395,000 · Dec 29, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,600 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$285,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$119,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$285,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$491,379

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyULSTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.40
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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 · 364 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
New Paltz Senior High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
New Paltz Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
E
Duzine School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.3 mi

District: New Paltz Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12561These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,538
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.315 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,909
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

253 Route 208 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 more than 75% of homes in Ulster County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in New Paltz 12561
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Ulster County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Ulster County

What homes are worth in New Paltz 12561

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

This home
$229K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in New Paltz 12561.

How it measures up in New Paltz 12561

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Paltz 12561.

Estimated value$580,574
CheaperTypical $548,391Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $324Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area2,032 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,780 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size2.4 ac
SmallerTypical 1.29 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 253 Route 208 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Paltz 12561Ulster County
Estimated valuepricier than$580,57456% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28628% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,032 ft²63% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.4 ac70% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than196539% of homes54% of homes

About 253 Route 208

How much is 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY is $580,574 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $499,059 to $662,089. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY last sell?

253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY last sold on Dec 29, 2008 for $395,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY?

253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,032 square feet of living space and a 2.40-acre lot.

When was 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY built?

253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY?

253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY is assigned to New Paltz Senior High School (high), rated A-; New Paltz Middle School (middle), rated A; Duzine School (elementary). All sit in New Paltz Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY compare to other homes in New Paltz 12561?

Among the 4,822 homes in New Paltz 12561, it is worth more than 56% of them ($580,574 against a typical $548,391), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($286 against a typical $324), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,032 ft² against a typical 1,780 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2.4 ac against a typical 1.29 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1965 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Ulster County, it is worth more than 75% 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 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Route 208, New Paltz, NY was $11,600. The county assessed it at $285,000.

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