Step back in time with this circa 1860 home located in the City of Cortland. Offering approximately 1900 square feet of living space, this three-bedroom, two and a half bath residence sits on a generous .288 acre lot rich in character and history. The main level features a large great room with a wood burning fireplace, hardwood flooring, a front room with ample shelving that creates the perfect setting for a home library or office, and an enclosed sun porch. The upstairs bedrooms are spacious with hardwood flooring in each room. The historic gazebo belongs to this Civil War-era estate once home to several prominent local figures, including Major General Levi R. Chase, Jr.’s mother, and surgeon Dr. John Edwards Wattenberg. While updates may be needed to bring it back to its original beauty, the home is fully functional as is. It presents a rare opportunity for investors or buyers looking for an affordable home that has tremendous potential. With vision, creativity, and updates, this home is truly a unique space waiting for your personal touch. Property was inherited and is being sold as is.
Property Details
Price:
$99,900
MLS #:
S1702646
Status:
Pending
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
SingleFamilyResidence
Neighborhood:
cortland110200
Listed Date:
Jul 30, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,900
Total Sq Ft:
1,900
Lot Size:
12,546 sqft / 0.29 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1860
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Schools
School District:
Cortland
Interior
Appliances
Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Free Standing Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
Heating
Gas, Radiators, Radiant
Interior Features
Entrance Foyer, Eat In Kitchen, Separate Formal Living Room, Home Office, Library, Storage, Walk In Pantry, Natural Woodwork
Laundry Features
In Basement
Levels
Two
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Exterior
Architectural Style
Historic Antique, Two Story
Construction Materials
Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Blacktop Driveway, Enclosed Porch, Porch
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Other Structures
Gazebo, Sheds, Storage
Parking Features
Detached, Electricity, Garage, Storage, Workshop In Garage
Roof
Shingle
Stories
2
Window Features
Leaded Glass, Storm Windows, Wood Frames
Financial
Taxes
$3,895
Map
Community
- Address53 North Main Street Cortland NY
- CityCortland
- CountyCortland
- Zip Code13045
Subdivisions in Cortland
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Cortland as of Sep 05, 2026
40
Single Family Listed
68
Avg DOM
124
Avg $ / SqFt
$220,423
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 53 North Main Street Cortland NY is a Single Family for sale in Cortland, NY, 13045. It is listed for $99,900 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,900 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1860. The current price per square foot is $53. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Cortland is $124. The average listing price for Single Family in Cortland is $220,423.
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Cortland, NY