Chester, NY 12885 · Warren County

This 8.69-acre wooded parcel in Chester spans both sides of Schroon River Road, featuring mature hardwoods and evergreens in a classic Adirondack setting. The property sits near the Schroon River, with New York State owning the riverfront and a corridor for river access. Previous owners obtained town approval in November 2025 for a proposed two-bedroom home with attached two-car garage, including a 12-foot front-setback reduction and an Adirondack Park Agency determination that agency approval was not required. Planning and variance documents are on file for buyer review. The area offers fishing, kayaking, tubing, and hiking. There is no HOA. The property is in the North Warren Central school district.
Discover 8.69 wooded acres in a beautiful Schroon River setting at 2577 Schroon River Road. With land on both sides of the road, mature hardwoods and evergreens, and a classic Adirondack landscape, this property offers an appealing setting for a future home or getaway. The owners have completed valuable planning work for a proposed two-bedroom home with an attached two-car garage. In November 2025, the Town of Chester approved a 12-foot reduction in the required front-yard setback for that proposal. The Town's resolution also references an Adirondack Park Agency determination that agency approval was not required for the proposed project. Planning and variance documents are available for review, giving buyers a useful starting point for their own plans. New York State owns a strip of land between the property and the Schroon River for egress from the river. The shoreline itself is state-owned. Enjoy the surrounding region's fishing, kayaking, tubing, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation while exploring the possibilities this wooded acreage offers. Buyers should confirm the applicability of existing approvals and any additional permits required for their intended construction.
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Chester is in Warren County, NY. There are currently 66 active listings here, ranging from $32,000 to $2,750,000. Listings in this address fall under the North Warren school district. Priced 53% below the Chester median of $252,500.
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Gallo Realty ADK Inc · Listed by Walter S Swartz (war.swarwa)
Contact: 518-791-1545
MLS #202626442 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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Public assessment record for the Chester roll · North Warren school district · Residential Vacant Land
| Year | Assessed value | Full market value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $73,000 | $75,300 | +3.2% |
| 2024 | $73,000 | $73,000 | -9.0% |
| 2023 | $73,000 | $80,200 | +7.1% |
| 2022 | $73,000 | $74,900 | +2.6% |
| 2021 | $73,000 | $73,000 |
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Outside FEMA-mapped flood hazard areas
This point is not inside any Special Flood Hazard Area or moderate-risk zone on the current FEMA flood map. Flood insurance is optional here and usually inexpensive.
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