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56 Church Street

Worcester, NY 12197

$228,500 $963/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

1,463

Sqft

0.17

Acre(Lot)

Description

A 1920s cottage with soul—completely reimagined for modern living. Nestled on sidewalk-lined street in the charming hamlet of Worcester, this thoughtfully renovated 1920s cottage blends timeless character with truly high-quality updates. Just 20 minutes to both Cooperstown and Oneonta, it offers the best of small-town living with easy access to year-round destinations. This is not your typical flip. Every detail has been carefully considered, creating a home that feels both fresh and enduring. Move-in ready and completely turnkey, it’s an ideal option for a weekend escape, full-time residence, or Airbnb investment. Inside, original charm remains front and center—beautiful wood floors, a classic wood-burning fireplace with original mantle, interior columns, and vintage porch windows—a ll thoughtfully preserved. These historic elements are balanced by a full renovation that brings comfort and peace of mind. Recent improvements (within the past year) include: New 200-amp electrical service, New oil tank, plumbing, and water heater, New insulation and drywall on the first floor, Brand new kitchen with unused appliances and cabinetry, Fully updated 1/2 bath on the first floor + newly added full bath on the second New washer and dryer (never used), New windows and doors (with the exception of original porch windows), New recessed lighting, sconces, and ceiling fixtures, New tile flooring in kitchen and bathrooms, Fresh interior paint throughout (Sherwin Williams), Basement sealed and painted with waterproof coating. A wide back hallway offers flexible space for storage, mudroom potential, or creative use. Outside, the home continues to shine with newly planted perennials, evergreen landscaping, a reseeded lawn, and a classic lilac bush. Adding to its uniqueness, the property also features an original root cellar tucked into the hillside behind the home—a nod to its history and a rare find. Please note, this house is not in the FEMA flood map zone. If you’ve been searching for a home that pairs vintage soul with modern reliability, this Worcester cottage delivers. 20 minutes to Oneonta, 25 Minutes to Cooperstown, 1 Hour to Albany, 3 Hours to GWB

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $228,500

AD Id : 76945021

MLS Id : R1670414

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.17 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,463

Year Built : 1915

Garage : 1

County : Otsego

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Bedroom Information

Total beds: 3

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1

Room Information

Rooms Total: 9 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full
Flooring Information

Hardwood, Tile, Varies
Roofing Information

Shingle
Interior Features

Roof: Shingle Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating & Cooling

Has Heating: Yes Heating: Oil, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Building Information

Year Built: 1915 Building Area Total: 1463 Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Vinyl Siding Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 207X36 Main Square Feet: 0.17 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.17 Lot Size Square Feet: 7405 Lot Description: Irregular Lot

Listing Price Information

Listing Price: $228500 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Tax Information

Parcel Number: 199.18-1-1.00 Tax Lot: 1 Annual Tax: $2565

Parking Information

Detached, Garage, Gravel

Garage Information

Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

Utility Information

Water Connected
Location Information

Direction: From Main Street Worcester, head west to Church Street & make a right, house is 1/4 mile down the street on the right. WaterSource: Public

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332 Charlotteville Road, Worcester, NY, 12197	$293,500	3	2	2,240	2,240 SqFt
1099 W Hill Road, Worcester, NY, 12197	$189,900	3	2	1,248	1,248 SqFt
414 Smith Road, Worcester, NY, 12197	$189,900	3	2	1,000	1,000 SqFt
443 County Highway 40, Worcester, NY, 12197	$199,000	3	1	950	950 SqFt
123 County Highway 37, Worcester, NY, 12197	$267,000	4	2	1,990	1,990 SqFt
287 Main Street, Worcester, NY, 12197	$195,000	3	1	1,500	1,500 SqFt
285 Main Street, Worcester, NY, 12197	$150,000	4	2	1,800	1,800 SqFt
156 Main Street, Worcester, NY, 12197	$99,000	1	3	1,750	1,750 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/03/2026 @ 18:11

MLS: R1670414 LISTED BY: Megan Avery, Keller Williams Upstate NY Properties 607-652-3311 SOURCE: Upstate New York Real Estate Information Services (UNYREIS)