Root, NY 12166 · Montgomery County

This 69.43-acre parcel in Root offers a blank canvas for multiple uses, from recreational pursuits to development or timber harvesting. Mature hardwoods cover the property, with select trees marked for potential furniture production, and views of the Adirondacks are visible from the rear. Located on Mapletown Road with proximity to the New York State Thruway for convenient access to shopping and services, the land sits in the Canajoharie Central school district. The sale includes two lots with no homeowners association fees.
Looking for almost 70 acres with endless opportunities? Check out this property that can be used for hunting, building a cabin, starting a business or almost anything you can imagine. Select trees are marked for furniture products. Lots of mature hardwoods that could also be logged. Great investment! Clear view of the Adirondacks from the back of the property. The NY State thruway is nearby, so shopping is close, but you'll also love the peace and quiet on Mapletown Road! Two lots included in this sale.
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Root is in Montgomery County, NY. There are currently 10 active listings here, ranging from $154,900 to $550,000. Listings in this address fall under the Canajoharie school district. Priced 34% below the Root median of $299,839.
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KW Platform · Listed by Dayton J King (30934)
Contact: 518-774-4263
MLS #202610681 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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Public assessment record for the Root roll · Canajoharie school district · Residential Vacant Land Over 10 Acres
| Year | Assessed value | Full market value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,400 | $30,000 | +6.0% |
| 2024 | $17,400 | $28,293 | +10.6% |
| 2023 | $17,400 | $25,588 | +16.2% |
| 2022 | $17,400 | $22,025 | +17.7% |
| 2021 | $17,400 | $18,710 |
Assessed and full market values come from the local assessor and lag the market; the tax bill is the assessed value times the town, county and school rates, which the seller’s disclosure will show. STAR and other exemptions are not reflected here.