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$402,779$177 / 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 95How 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 $375,000 on Sep 4, 2025

5448 STATE ROUTE 281

HOMER, NY 13077
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,280 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$403K
$381K low$424K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$375,000 · Sep 4, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,185 (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.$203,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$203,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$304,030

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.Cape Cod
CountyCORTLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Attached
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 · 332 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.

M
Homer Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
E
Homer Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.4 mi
H
Homer High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Homer Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 13077These 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.67
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.6,785
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.90 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,024
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,585
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

5448 State Route 281 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 Cortland County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Cortland County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Homer 13077
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Homer 13077

What homes are worth in Homer 13077

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

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$94K$547K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Homer 13077.

How it measures up in Homer 13077

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Homer 13077.

Estimated value$402,779
CheaperTypical $218,556Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area2,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,538 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.56 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 5448 State Route 281 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHomer 13077Cortland County
Estimated valuepricier than$402,77993% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17770% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than2,280 ft²85% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac65% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than196361% of homes56% of homes

About 5448 State Route 281

How much is 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY is $402,779 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $381,426 to $424,132. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY last sell?

5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY last sold on Sep 4, 2025 for $375,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY?

5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,280 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY built?

5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY?

5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY is assigned to Homer Junior High School (middle), rated C; Homer Elementary School (elementary); Homer High School (high), rated A. All sit in Homer Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY compare to other homes in Homer 13077?

Among the 2,561 homes in Homer 13077, it is worth more than 93% of them ($402,779 against a typical $218,556), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($177 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,280 ft² against a typical 1,538 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 0.56 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1963 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Cortland 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 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5448 State Route 281, Homer, NY was $8,185. The county assessed it at $203,700.

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