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$136,600$129 / 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 90How 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 $178,000 on Apr 10, 2023

5541 NYS ROUTE 86

WILMINGTON, NY 12997
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,062 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$137K
$123K low$150K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$178,000 · Apr 10, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,039 (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.$198,800 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$143,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,800

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
CountyEssex
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.10
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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 · 354 ft²Porch · 442 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Lake Placid Junior-Senior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 10.3 mi
E
Lake Placid Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 11.1 mi

District: Lake Placid Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12997These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.132

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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.1,050
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,779
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,223
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°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.52%

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How this home compares

5541 Nys 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 less than 69% of homes in Wilmington 12997
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Wilmington 12997
  • Older than 67% of homes in Wilmington 12997

What homes are worth in Wilmington 12997

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

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$65K$700K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Wilmington 12997.

How it measures up in Wilmington 12997

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 12997.

Estimated value$136,600
CheaperTypical $177,731Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,062 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,419 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.72 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 5541 Nys Route 86 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilmington 12997Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$136,60031% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12951% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,062 ft²28% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac34% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than196033% of homes42% of homes

About 5541 Nys Route 86

How much is 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY is $136,600 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $123,366 to $149,834. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY last sell?

5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY last sold on Apr 10, 2023 for $178,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY?

5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,062 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY built?

5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY?

5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY is assigned to Lake Placid Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated B-; Lake Placid Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Lake Placid Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY compare to other homes in Wilmington 12997?

Among the 819 homes in Wilmington 12997, it is worth more than 31% of them ($136,600 against a typical $177,731), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($129 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,062 ft² against a typical 1,419 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 1.72 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1960 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Essex 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 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5541 Nys Route 86, Wilmington, NY was $2,039. The county assessed it at $198,800.

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