Former Railroad Bed Land
For Sale
$1,000,000
L1 State Highway 7, Afton, NY 13730
270+/- acres, 16 miles of former RR bed.
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size274.00 Acres
Days on Market268
Property Features for L1 State Highway 7
General Information
Standard status
Active
Lot size
274.00 Acres
Property subtype
Land
Taxes and HOA fees
Annual Taxes
$12,295
Listing Agency:
Canaan Realty
(315) 682-4500
Listed By:
Allen T. Olmsted · License #37OL0750434
(315) 682-4500
Source:
Elliman
Added: Nov 27, 2025
Changed: Aug 19
Last Checked: Aug 21 at 12:09PM
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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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Trade Area within ½ mile
132
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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.
