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$280,774$209 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

5478 STATE ROUTE 8

CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,344 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.
3.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$281K
$218K low$343K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,241 (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.$191,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$141,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$191,000

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.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Cottage
CountyWarren
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.50
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 120 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
North Warren Central SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 2.5 mi

District: North Warren Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12817These 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.140
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 100.90

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.55%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,689
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,989
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.52%

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How this home compares

5478 State Route 8 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 79% of homes in Chestertown 12817
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Chestertown 12817
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Warren County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Chestertown 12817

What homes are worth in Chestertown 12817

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

This home
$155K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Chestertown 12817.

How it measures up in Chestertown 12817

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chestertown 12817.

Estimated value$280,774
CheaperTypical $442,577Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $304Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size3.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.94 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 5478 State Route 8 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChestertown 12817Warren County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,77421% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20925% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²48% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.5 ac78% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than195326% of homes32% of homes

About 5478 State Route 8

How much is 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY is $280,774 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $218,252 to $343,296. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY last sell?

5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY last sold on Jan 16, 2003, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY?

5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 3.50-acre lot.

When was 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY built?

5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY?

5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY is assigned to North Warren Central School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in North Warren Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY compare to other homes in Chestertown 12817?

Among the 2,058 homes in Chestertown 12817, it is worth more than 21% of them ($280,774 against a typical $442,577), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($209 against a typical $304), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (3.5 ac against a typical 0.94 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1953 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Warren County, it is worth more than 33% 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 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5478 State Route 8, Chestertown, NY was $2,241. The county assessed it at $191,000.

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