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$388,333$187 / 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 85How 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 $245,000 on Jun 7, 2017

516 STATE ROUTE 86

PAUL SMITHS, NY 12970
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,076 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.
14.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$388K
$330K low$447K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$245,000 · Jun 7, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,052 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$500,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$440,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$500,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$500,800

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.Contemporary
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.14.86
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.Shed · 96 ft²Porch · 436 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Bloomingdale Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.7 mi
H
Saranac Lake High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.8 mi
M
Saranac Lake Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.1 mi

District: Saranac Lake Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12970These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.155

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.39%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.706
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,823
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,514
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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

516 State Route 86 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 95% of homes in Franklin County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Franklin County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Franklin County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Paul Smiths 12970

What homes are worth in Paul Smiths 12970

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

This home
$39K$4.8M

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Paul Smiths 12970.

How it measures up in Paul Smiths 12970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Paul Smiths 12970.

Estimated value$388,333
CheaperTypical $137,551Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $83Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area2,076 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size14.86 ac
SmallerTypical 1.93 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 516 State Route 86 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePaul Smiths 12970Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$388,33383% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18779% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,076 ft²83% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than14.86 ac85% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than198372% of homes67% of homes

About 516 State Route 86

How much is 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY is $388,333 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $330,107 to $446,559. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY last sell?

516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY last sold on Jun 7, 2017 for $245,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY?

516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,076 square feet of living space and a 14.86-acre lot.

When was 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY built?

516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY?

516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY is assigned to Bloomingdale Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Saranac Lake High School (high), rated B; Saranac Lake Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Saranac Lake Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY compare to other homes in Paul Smiths 12970?

Among the 226 homes in Paul Smiths 12970, it is worth more than 83% of them ($388,333 against a typical $137,551), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($187 against a typical $83), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,076 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (14.86 ac against a typical 1.93 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1983 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 95% 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 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 516 State Route 86, Paul Smiths, NY was $6,052. The county assessed it at $500,800.

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