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235 State Route 248, Independence, NY 14877

$349,000

2 beds 3 baths 2,194 sqft Built 201049 days on marketActive

About this home

One-of-a-Kind Post & Beam Home on 13.8 Forested Acres – Independence, NY (Whitesville School District) Escape to the woods and come home to craftsmanship. This handcrafted 2BR/3BA contemporary sits on 13.8 private, wooded acres with abundant wildlife, a flowing stream, and total tranquility. Built in 2010, the home showcases exposed post and beam construction, soaring ceilings, large windows, and warm natural woodwork and lighting throughout. Inside, you'll find a spacious open layout, 2, 194 sq. ft. of living space, plus a 960 sq. ft. finished rec room for hobbies, fitness, or entertaining. The kitchen blends rustic charm with modern utility, featuring a wood-fired cookstove, along with natural gas in-floor radiant heat w/ cast iron radiators in basement and a cozy wood stove. Relax on the covered back porch overlooking the stream, unwind by the fire, or explore your own forested trails. All furnishings are negotiable, and the home is move-in ready. This property is ideal as a primary residence, weekend or vacation getaway, or income-producing rental. Its natural setting and unique design make it highly attractive for short-term rental guests or seasonal living. Located in the rural Town of Independence, NY, this property is part of the Whitesville Central School District. The area offers peace, privacy, and a slower pace of life, surrounded by rolling hills and deep forest. It’s the perfect place to unplug, unwind, and enjoy nature—yet close enough to town for basic services. Conveniently located approximately 2 hours from Rochester, NY and 2 hours and 15 minutes from Buffalo, NY. A rare opportunity to own a versatile custom retreat—schedule your private showing today, the fire # is 235 SR 248*

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Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 7.15% APR.

Your estimated payment
$4,295/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$3,706
Principal + interest$2,239
Property tax + insurance$1,336
PMI / 2nd mortgage$131
Utilities
$1,245
Heating + cooling$467
Internet + TV + phone$145
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$0
Other (entertainment)
$145
$4,295/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$705/mo
Purchase price
$349,000
Down payment
$17,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$331,550
APR
7.15%

Quick facts

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Style
Contemporary
Year built
2010
Lot size
13.58 ac
Stories
0
Heating
Gas, Other, SeeRemarks, Wood, HotWater, RadiantFloor, Stove
Cooling
Other, SeeRemarks
Water
Well
HOA
Annual tax
$11,183
MLS #
R1614865
County
Allegany

At a glance

Basement
Garage (2)

Home features

Appliances
GasOvenGasRangeGasWaterHeaterRefrigeratorSeeRemarks
Interior
CathedralCeilingsEntranceFoyerEatInKitchenSeparateFormalLivingRoomHomeOfficeKitchenIslandKitchenFamilyRoomComboOtherPartiallyFurnishedSeeRemarksNaturalWoodworkBedroomOnMainLevel
Exterior
BlacktopDrivewayGravelDriveway
Parking
CarportUnderground
Flooring
Hardwood, Varies
Roof
Metal
Sewer
SepticTank

Lot features

IrregularLot, Secluded

Neighborhood — 14877

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population34519,351,094299,088,112
Population Change Since1990-7.00%8.00%20.00%
Population Density8395
Male1769,381,926147,432,321
Female1699,969,168151,655,844
Never Married724,946,39163,775,926
Married1587,166,701123,120,365
Separated111,159,67312,639,686
Widowed211,110,24515,467,586
Divorced211,210,44823,075,029
Number Of House Hold1257,102,016111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.762.642.60
Medial Age38.2636.5335.46
Median House Hold Income$33,499$49,847$48,276
Average House Hold Income$41,467$70,032$63,629
P C I$15,024$26,569$24,529
M D I$29,166$42,210$41,133
A T H E$38,723$54,185$50,898
S T R8.00%4.00%
W C J52.00%81.55%77.74%
(Zip) Code
14877

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Listing information last refreshed 6/13/2025. Provided courtesy of Genesee River Realty via Buffalo MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.