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Former Railroad Bed Land Parcel
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$1,000,000

L1 State Highway 7, Afton, NY 13730

270+/- acres, 16 miles of former RR bed.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market313

Property Features for L1 State Highway 7

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Land
Listing Agency: Canaan Realty
Listed By: Allen T. Olmsted · License #37OL0750434
Source: Nicholcityrealty
Added: Nov 27, 2025 Changed: Oct 6 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 6:04PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This highly specialized property encompasses approximately 270 acres, featuring roughly 16 miles of a former railroad bed. The property begins just north of Harpursville, NY, near State Route 88, and extends south, meandering along the North Branch of the Susquehanna River. It passes through several towns and terminates at the Pennsylvania border. The land includes one river crossing, multiple locations adjacent to the river, and one area with nearly 16 acres directly on the river, offering approximately 1,100 feet of river frontage. The entire property is suitable for hiking and biking, with potential for snowmobile trails. There is an option for utility service line connections or a pipeline. The property is to be sold without a survey. Sections of the property may have some timber value. An aerial map outlining the property based on deed and tax records is available.

Key Highlights

  • 16+\/- miles of former RR bed ideal for hiking/biking and potential snowmobile trails.
  • Approximately 1,100+\/- feet of Susquehanna River frontage on a 16‑acre section.
  • Several locations directly adjoining the North Branch of the Susquehanna River.

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Current Use

Recreation land

Suggested Use

Top Pick Plumbing Service Bakery Storage Facility Law Firm Cafe & Coffee Shop Auto Repair Shop

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

132
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 13730, NY

2,691
Population
1,595
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
47
Median Age
12%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
51.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
52
Density / Sq Mi
$61,466
Median Household Income
$37,305
Median Earnings
$811
Median Rent
$119,500
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Land - 270+/- acres, 16 miles of former RR bed.
Where is this land located?
The property is located at L1 State Highway 7 Afton, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,000,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 16+\/- miles of former RR bed ideal for hiking/biking and potential snowmobile trails.; Approximately 1,100+\/- feet of Susquehanna River frontage on a 16‑acre section.; Several locations directly adjoining the North Branch of the Susquehanna River.
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