Commercial Land with Wide Driveway

3981 State Route 281, Cortland, NY 13045

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For Sale

$125,000

Build-ready commercial parcel with utilities available and wide driveway access from a county-owned road.

Property size:

17,300 SF

Price / SF:

$7/SF

HighLights

Build‑ready commercial parcel with all utilities available
Wide driveway access from a county‑owned road (Kinney Gulf)
Traffic light immediately out front with a trip feature for access and exit
Parcel has quick access to Interstate 81; Ithaca is described as super quick and easy
Parcel is described as potentially accommodating about a 1,000 SF building with a parking lot
Town zoning approval will be required for any new construction

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Timothy Alger

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For Sale

$125,000

Build-ready commercial parcel with utilities available and wide driveway access from a county-owned road.

Property size:

17,300 SF

Price / SF:

$7/SF

Added:: Jun 4, 2026
Days on Market:: 11
Last Refresh:: Jun 13 at 1:50 am

Property Features for 3981 State Route 281

General Information

Standard status: Active
Size: 17,300 SF

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Listing Contact

Timothy Alger

Listing agent Timothy Alger License #30AL0927181

Listing office Yaman Real Estate

Listing date Jun 4, 2026

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HighLights

Build‑ready commercial parcel with all utilities available
Wide driveway access from a county‑owned road (Kinney Gulf)
Traffic light immediately out front with a trip feature for access and exit
Parcel has quick access to Interstate 81; Ithaca is described as super quick and easy
Parcel is described as potentially accommodating about a 1,000 SF building with a parking lot
Town zoning approval will be required for any new construction

Overview

This offering is a commercial land parcel well-suited for a new office or professional building, with utilities available and a wide driveway located on a county-owned road. The property’s access configuration is designed to simplify curb-cut planning, and it includes straightforward entry and exit for customer or client traffic.

Situated near Interstate 81, the site offers convenient connectivity, and Ithaca is described as quick and easy to reach. The property is also positioned at a traffic light with a trip feature for smooth approach and departure.

The parcel is being marketed as flexible for a range of small-business and professional uses, with potential for development of a building footprint and associated parking. Any new construction or changes will require Town zoning approval, but the owner states the process can be initiated. If you’re looking for a land site that supports a practical build plan and day-to-day customer access, this property’s combination of utilities, driveway access, and major-road connectivity is a key point for consideration.

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Commercial land

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City: Cortland
County: Cortland
State: New York
Longitude: -76.206343
Latitude: 42.595655

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For sale
Commercial land
NY
Cortland
13045
3981 State Route 281

What type of property is this?

Commercial land - Build-ready commercial parcel with utilities available and wide driveway access from a county-owned road.

Where is this commercial land located?

The property is located at 3981 State Route 281 Cortland, NY.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $125,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Build‑ready commercial parcel with all utilities available; Wide driveway access from a county‑owned road (Kinney Gulf); Traffic light immediately out front with a trip feature for access and exit