CCertihomes
50 Seneca Avenue, Vernon, NY 13421

$375,000

6 beds 7 baths 5,374 sqft Built 185011 days on marketActive

About this home

Historic four-story Victorian-Federal mansion built for a former New York governor stands on a 0.61-acre corner lot in Oneida Castle, minutes from Turning Stone Resort Casino and I-90. More than 5, 370 sq ft showcase original banisters, ornate moldings, hand-carved trim, marble fireplaces, tall windows and a rooftop cupola plus modern plumbing, electrical and roofing. The grand foyer opens to gentlemen’s and ladies’ parlors, a formal dining room with built-in China closet, a massive gourmet kitchen with double gas ranges, butler’s pantry and family/breakfast room. Off the kitchen is a laundry; a covered porch and an enormous sunroom invite year-round indoor-outdoor living. A three-car carriage-house garage includes a complete apartment above, perfect for an in-law suite or rental. Upstairs are six bedrooms and six-and-a-half baths; five are master suites with sitting rooms and private baths, and one is accessed via a balcony. The third level houses a walk-in attic and stairs to the cupola. Room types in the MLS include guest quarters, great room, in-law suite, library, den and sunroom. The fenced grounds feature mature trees, a gazebo and ample yard space; the lot measures 132×200 ft. Heating is gas-fired forced air with window/wall units for cooling. Formerly the Governor’s House Bed & Breakfast, the home’s layout lends itself to hospitality: rent the suites individually while living in the sixth suite or the garage apartment, or host weddings, retreats and events in the giant sunroom and gardens. The apartment over the garage provides additional income potential as a short- or long-term rental or office. For buyers who cherish history and see value in restoration, this landmark offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of New York heritage and build a profitable lifestyle business or multigenerational residence. Additional highlights include a half bath on the main level, generous closets, and first-floor laundry. Utilities include public water and sewer. A rare chance to own a grand, income-producing estate!

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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
$5,420/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$3,982
Principal + interest$2,406
Property tax + insurance$1,435
PMI / 2nd mortgage$141
Utilities
$2,975
Heating + cooling$1,338
Internet + TV + phone$133
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$0
Other (entertainment)
$133
$5,420/mo TLC
Budget$5,920/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$375,000
Down payment
$18,750 (5%)
Loan amount
$356,250
APR
7.15%

Quick facts

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Style
HistoricAntique, Victorian
Year built
1850
Lot size
0.6061 ac
Stories
3
Heating
Gas, ForcedAir
Cooling
WindowUnits, WallUnits
Water
Connected, Public
HOA
Annual tax
$10,481
MLS #
S1627282
County
Oneida

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (3)

Home features

Appliances
DoubleOvenDishwasherExhaustFanGasOvenGasRangeGasWaterHeaterRefrigeratorRangeHoodWasher
Interior
CeilingFansDenSeparateFormalDiningRoomEntranceFoyerSeparateFormalLivingRoomGuestAccommodationsGreatRoomKitchenIslandLibraryNaturalWoodworkWindowTreatmentsInLawFloorplanLoftBathInPrimaryBedroom
Exterior
FullyFencedGravelDriveway
Parking
DetachedElectricityGarageStorageWorkshopInGarageCircularDriveway
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Varies
Roof
Asphalt, Membrane, Rubber, RolledHotMop, Shingle
Sewer
Connected

Lot features

CornerLot, PieShapedLot

Schools

Middle
Otto L Shortell Middle
High
Oneida Senior High

Neighborhood — 13421

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population14,81119,351,094299,088,112
Population Change Since1990-1.00%8.00%20.00%
Population Density354395
Male7,1769,381,926147,432,321
Female7,6349,969,168151,655,844
Never Married3,2244,946,39163,775,926
Married6,2557,166,701123,120,365
Separated5061,159,67312,639,686
Widowed8491,110,24515,467,586
Divorced1,2161,210,44823,075,029
Number Of House Hold5,6147,102,016111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.622.642.60
Medial Age37.3536.5335.46
Median House Hold Income$41,521$49,847$48,276
Average House Hold Income$49,212$70,032$63,629
P C I$18,880$26,569$24,529
M D I$36,217$42,210$41,133
A T H E$43,230$54,185$50,898
S T R8.00%4.00%
W C J80.78%81.55%77.74%
(Zip) Code
13421

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Listing information last refreshed 8/1/2025. Provided courtesy of Armstrong Real Estate Services via Buffalo MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.