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$1,824,633
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 70How 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 $2,000 on Oct 17, 2024

42 RACCOON FORKS RD

OLD CHATHAM, NY 12136
0
Baths
15.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$1.8M
$1.3M low$2.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,000 · Oct 17, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,408 (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.$132,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$132,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$132,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,585

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyColumbia
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.15.57
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

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.

M
Chatham Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
E
Mary E Dardess Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.1 mi
H
Chatham High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Chatham Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12136These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,012
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,163
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$137,959
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

42 Raccoon Forks 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 more than 97% of homes in Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Columbia County

What homes are worth in Old Chatham 12136

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

This home
$235K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Old Chatham 12136.

How it measures up in Old Chatham 12136

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Old Chatham 12136.

Estimated value$1,824,633
CheaperTypical $583,620Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size15.57 ac
SmallerTypical 6.38 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

How 42 Raccoon Forks Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld Chatham 12136Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,824,63392% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than15.57 ac74% of homes89% of homes

About 42 Raccoon Forks Rd

How much is 42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY is $1,824,633 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,283,957 to $2,365,309. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY last sell?

42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY last sold on Oct 17, 2024 for $2,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY?

42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY is assigned to Chatham Middle School (middle), rated C-; Mary E Dardess Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Chatham High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Chatham Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY compare to other homes in Old Chatham 12136?

Among the 509 homes in Old Chatham 12136, it is worth more than 92% of them ($1,824,633 against a typical $583,620) and its lot is bigger than 74% of them (15.57 ac against a typical 6.38 ac). Measured against all of Columbia County, it is worth more than 97% 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 42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Raccoon Forks Rd, Old Chatham, NY was $2,408. The county assessed it at $132,500.

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