498 Main Street, Sterling

$599,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,200 Sqft
1.17 Acres
2 Garages

WELCOME! YOU WILL FALL IN LOVE THE MOMENT YOU ARRIVE BY THE LOVELY SETTING; YOU WILL ALSO APPRECIATE HOW WELL THIS HOME HAS BEEN CARED FOR BY THE OWNERS...THEY HAVE TRULY TAKEN PRIDE IN EVERY DETAIL. FROM THE WRAP AROUND FRONT PORCH YOU HAVE A BEAUTIFUL VIEW.... WHAT A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT WITH GUESTS. AS YOU ENTER THE HOME, YOU WILL BE GREETED BY A SPACIOUS FOYER...CONTINUE ON INTO THE PARLOR THAT IS SIMPLY BREATHTAKING WITH GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS WITH CUSTOM INLAY AND A COZY WOODSTOVE FOR THOSE CHILLY NIGHTS. THE HEART OF THE HOME, THE KITCHEN, OFFERS KRAFTMAID SHAKER-STYLE CABINETRY, NEWER APPLIANCES, A BREAKFAST BAR AND GRANITE COUNTERS. JUST AROUND THE CORNER IS AN EXCELLENT PANTRY AND A CLEANING CLOSET ALONG WITH A TWO-PERSON SAUNA AND A HALF BATH FOR ADDED CONVENIENCE. ALSO ON THIS LEVEL IS A HOME OFFICE AND AN AREA TO CONVERSE WITH CLIENTS SHOULD YOU HAVE A HOME BUSINESS, SPA SERVICES OR ANY OTHER PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS. THERE ARE TWO STAIRCASES THAT LEAD TO THE SECOND LEVEL - ONE LEADING TO THE STEP DOWN MAIN BEDROOM SUITE, COMPLETE WITH A SITTING AREA THAT DOUBLES AS A 2ND LIVING ROOM, PLENTY OF CLOSET SPACE AND A VAULTED BEAM CEILING. THE BATHROOMS HAVE BEEN FULLY UPDATED WITH ONE ADORNED IN MARBLE AND THE OTHER WITH TASTEFUL CHERRY CABINETRY. ALSO ON THIS LEVEL ARE THREE ADDITIONAL SPACIOUS BEDROOMS ALONG WITH A 2ND FLOOR LAUNDRY FOR ADDED CONVENIENCE. THE MECHANICALS OF THE HOME HAVE BEEN UPDATED AND INCLUDE 4 MINI-SPLIT UNITS FOR CONTROLLED ZONED COOLING AND AN UPDATED HIGH EFFICIENCY BOILER. ALSO, THE OWNER HAS ADDED SOLAR PANELS TO ASSURE AFFORDABILITY IN THE FUTURE! STEP OUTSIDE AND YOU WILL APPRECIATE THE LANDSCAPING THAT SURROUNDS, THE PAVED PARKING AND THE MAINTENANCE FREE VINYL SIDING. HAVE NEED FOR A STUDIO OR AN IN-LAW APARTMENT?? THE 24X32 GARAGE HAS A FULL FINISHED 2ND STORY, (PREVIOUSLY USED AS A YOGA STUDIO), HARDWOOD FLOORS AND IS HEATED AND COOLED. THE HOME IS ALSO ZONED RESIDENTIAL WITH COMMERCIAL USE SHOULD YOU HAVE A HOME BUSINESS! A WHOLE HOUSE GENERATOR AND AN UPDATED ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLED ROOF COMPLETE THIS AMAZING FIND!

Essential Information
MLS® #S1685368
Price$599,000
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms3.00
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Square Footage3,200
Acres1.17
Year Built1880
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
StatusActive
Community Information
Address498 Main Street
AreaFair Haven-Village
SubdivisionCottage Farm Prop
CitySterling
CountyCayuga
StateNY
Zip Code13156
Amenities
# of Garages2
Utilities

Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Features

Corner Lot, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot

Parking

Detached, Garage, Storage, Garage Door Opener

Garages

Detached, Garage, Storage, Garage Door Opener

Interior
CoolingDuctless, Zoned, Central Air
FireplaceYes
# of Fireplaces1
# of Stories2
Stories2
Has BasementYes
Interior

Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble, Varies

Interior Features

Attic, Breakfast Bar, Den, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, See Remarks, Sauna, Natural Woodwork, Convertible Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, Bath in Primary Bedroom

Appliances

Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Heating

Ductless, Propane, Solar, Zoned, Baseboard, Hot Water

Basement

Exterior Entry, Partial, Walk-Up Access, Sump Pump

Exterior
Exterior FeaturesBlacktop Driveway, Deck
WindowsLeaded Glass, Thermal Windows
RoofArchitectural, Shingle
FoundationStone
Exterior

Blown-In Insulation, Vinyl Siding

Lot Description

Corner Lot, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot

Construction

Blown-In Insulation, Vinyl Siding

School Information
DistrictRed Creek
ElementaryMargaret W Cuyler Elementary
MiddleRed Creek Middle
HighRed Creek High
Listing Details
Listing Courtesy of Hunt Real Estate ERA
Office #315-622-5757
Property History
Price Reduced from $625,000 to $599,000
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