5 Renovated and Riverfront Upstate New York Homes

A study in contemporary design, 161 Bridge Street in Schoharie is newly constructed and custom-designed for open-concept living with a flexible, modern feel. On the main level, a bright and expansive layout is grounded by wide plank flooring and clean-lined recessed lighting, creating an easy flow for everyday routines and casual entertaining. At the center, a chef’s kitchen makes a strong impression with navy cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a generous island, finished with sleek pendant lighting overhead. Oversized sliding barn doors introduce a warmer, rustic counterpoint—adding texture and character without breaking the home’s modern rhythm. Practical touches are thoughtfully integrated as well, including dual water heaters designed to support convenience and efficiency. It’s a space that invites you to settle in and let the layout do the work.

On a residential street in Poughkeepsie, 88 Innis Ave pairs a central location with a total renovation inside and out. Everyday routines feel easier with shopping, Metro-North trains, hospitals, town, and schools all just minutes away. Inside, the large family room sets the tone with a cathedral ceiling—an airy backdrop for relaxed evenings or casual gatherings. Central air adds comfort through the seasons, while the home’s move-in-ready condition keeps the focus on settling in, not projects. Outdoors, a manicured fenced yard offers a private stretch of green for play, gardening, or quiet morning coffee. A 2-car detached garage is complemented by a dedicated workshop, creating welcome space for storage, hobbies, and weekend tinkering. It’s a home designed for an easy, well-connected rhythm of life.

Along the water’s edge in Kingston, this beautifully updated one-story home balances a clean modern aesthetic with enduring character. Inside, timeless red oak hardwood floors bring warmth throughout, while the kitchen pairs granite countertops with stainless Bosch and Samsung appliances. A dining room with raised chair rail molding opens to south-facing sliding doors, inviting sunshine and welcome solar gain during winter months. One of three bedrooms features a queen Murphy bed for added flexibility, and each offers generous closet space. Outside, a freshly painted and sealed wrap-around deck extends living space into the trees, complemented by a screened gazebo set in lush summer shade. The setting keeps you close to the NYS Sojourner Truth Park and Lake Sophia swimming facility, plus nearby Post Park and the Rider Park boat launch, with Kingston’s Stockade and Rondout Historic Districts just minutes away.

Set on a wooded 60-acre retreat in New Berlin, this updated residence sits alongside Charles E. Baker State Forest, where more than 130 miles of trails invite riding, snowmobiling, hiking, and biking. Inside, the three-bedroom, two-bath layout balances comfort and country charm, anchored by a remodeled kitchen and practical updates like a recent metal roof. A large attached garage adds everyday ease, whether you’re coming in from the fields or heading out for an early start. Outside, a deck frames peaceful views across mature woods and open fields, while a pond, shed, and workshop support hobbies big and small. With direct access to extensive natural areas, days here unfold to the rhythms of outdoor recreation and quiet wildlife observation.

Size: 60.00 acres

Along the water’s edge on Weir Street in Sidney, this riverfront Victorian pairs daily scenery with direct access via yard stairs down to the river. A level, fully fenced lot—partly finished with privacy fencing—frames a generous outdoor setting, from the covered front porch with ample sitting room to the rear deck with an awning, hot tub, and sauna enclosed by a privacy surround. Inside, the layout includes a formal dining room, living room, upscale kitchen, and a first-floor mudroom just off the deck. Four bedrooms offer flexibility, with potential for a fifth, alongside three full baths. Front and rear interior staircases connect the home’s upper levels, with additional stairs leading to the third floor. A garage adds extra living options with an office/apartment upstairs, plus ground-level quarters and a half bath, complemented by a separate carport.