Seward, NY 13459 · Schoharie County

This 1890 farmhouse was relocated and fully restored while honoring its heritage, retaining the original staircase, woodwork, and rare Southern Yellow Pine floors. The four-bedroom, three-bath home spans nearly 3,730 square feet across almost five acres in Seward, featuring a renovated kitchen with a six-burner gas range, granite counters, three fireplaces including a showpiece in the Great Room with 120-year-old poplar columns, and a wine cellar in the full basement. The property overlooks a stocked pond and opens to views of surrounding hills and mountains, with a three-car garage and bonus room above offering flexibility. Located in the Sharon Springs school district with no HOA, this property combines period character with modern amenities on rural acreage.
The original home was built circa 1890 and moved in 1991. The home was completely renovated with bespoke vintage style custom Pella windows while still preserving the original staircase, woodwork, and Rare Southern Yellow Pine wood floors. The house contains 3 fireplaces. The huge fireplace in the Great Room is flanked by (2) 120 year old columns made of poplar. The newly renovated kitchen has a Bertazzoni six burner gas stove with 2 ovens. Countertops and eating spaces are granite from Brazil. The full basement has a small wine cellar which can hold 1000+ bottles. Bonus room above the garage with gas fireplace allows for many possibilities. The house overlooks a 1-acre stocked pond. Beyond the property are views of hills and mountains. Many rare perennials throughout the property.
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Seward is in Schoharie County, NY. There are currently 6 active listings here, ranging from $144,900 to $649,900. Listings in this address fall under the Sharon Springs school district. Priced 148% above the Seward median of $262,250.
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Howard Hanna Capital Inc · Listed by Rebecca C Zarski (24916)
Contact: 518-231-6616
MLS #202619355 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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Public assessment record for the Seward roll · Sharon Springs school district · One Family Year-Round Residence
| Year | Assessed value | Full market value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $229,100 | $558,780 | +15.9% |
| 2024 | $229,100 | $482,316 | +5.3% |
| 2023 | $229,100 | $458,200 | +15.0% |
| 2022 | $229,100 | $398,435 | +14.8% |
| 2021 | $229,100 | $347,121 |
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