Wooded Homesite Near State Forest
Schlafer Rd Lot 21 : Bainbridge, NY 13733
Chenango County, New York
Land Description
No Zoning Restrictions: 5-Acre Wooded Homesite Near State Forest in Ny
Five wooded acres in upstate New York with no zoning restrictions, a town-maintained road, and the 1,314-Acre South Hill State Forest just minutes away. This is the kind of land that gives you genuine options: build a home, set up a cabin, camp seasonally, park an RV, or simply hold a piece of Chenango County while the rest of the region fills in around you. Owner financing is available on flexible terms.
Property at a Glance
No zoning restrictions per Guilford Township
RVs permitted, up to 4
Camping allowed with no stated time limits
Tiny homes allowed | must meet 2025 NY State code
Residential building permitted | standard permitting
Short-term rentals allowed | no restrictions stated
No minimum build size requirements
Town-maintained road | year-round access
Electric available via Otsego Electric Co-op
Not in a Fema flood zone
South Hill State Forest approx. 5 min away
Owner financing available on flexible terms
Well required for water
Septic system required | soil testing needed
Some deed restrictions apply | review before closing
Mobile/manufactured homes not permitted per deed
A quiet stretch of land where the trees create your surroundings and the pace of life naturally slows down.
Tucked away in Guilford Township, this 5.3-Acre property offers a setting where you can step away from crowded areas and shape the land around your own plans. The wooded landscape and variable slope give you options for how you want to use the space, whether that's clearing a homesite, setting up a weekend getaway, or simply holding onto a piece of land that feels removed but still connected.
With direct access from Schlafer Rd, you can reach the property easily while still enjoying a sense of separation from busier roads. The surrounding area features similar rural parcels, giving the location a consistent and established feel without being densely built.
With no zoning restrictions, this Chenango County acreage gives you the freedom to use the land in a way that fits your plans, whether that's building, camping, or setting up an RV for seasonal or extended stays.
The layout of the property, combined with its size, makes it easy to imagine carving out a private homesite, a weekend basecamp, or simply holding onto land in a part of New York where open space is still easy to find. Flexible owner financing options available.
Payment Notes
$19,997 Discounted Cash Price
Flexible Owner Financing Options Available to Deserving Buyer at $24,996 financed price. Bank financing always welcome.
All Property Details
County: Chenango County, New York
Guilford Township
Street: 0 Schlafer Rd Lot 21 Bainbridge, NY 13733
Parcel Number: 233.000-02-021.000
Size: 5.3 acres
Terrain: Sloping, from ~1350Ft at road to ~1500Ft at highest point. Flatter areas are available to build upon. Forested property.
Access: Township maintained dirt road. Formerly only seasonally maintained, but now maintained year round.
Property Zoning: No Zoning
RV's: Up to 4 RVs allowed
Mobile / Manufactured Homes: Not allowed, per deed restrictions
Camping: No Restrictions
Tiny Homes: Allowed - just has to meet 2025 NY State Code
Short Term Rentals: No Restrictions
Covenants / POA / HOA: Some deed restrictions apply
Taxes: ~$364.81 annually (2025)
Electric: Electricity will need to be connected
Otsego Electric Co-Op
Water: Will need to install a well
Sewer: Will need to install a septic system
Flood Zone: Not in a flood zone, per Fema
Utilities Disclaimer: Due to the remote nature of the property, utilities may be difficult to obtain due to access and location. We do not make recommendations on any vendors. The utilities installer contacts listed are purely for your information. There may be other options available in the area. Please use this information at your own discretion
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Disclaimer: We make every effort to provide accurate and up-to-date information about this property based on available public sources and our own research. However, it is the buyer's responsibility to verify all information, including but not limited to: zoning, access, utilities, buildability, and permitted uses. All buyers are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence before purchasing. This property is sold “as-is” with no warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied.
Land Maps & Attachments
Directions to Land
Starting in Bainbridge, New York 13733 at the intersection of W/E Main St and N/S Main St, head northeast toward Evans St and continue to follow NY-7 E for 3.9 miles. Bear slight left onto Kelly Rd for 0.8 miles, then turn left onto NY-8 N for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto Old Co Rt 43 for 0.2 miles, then turn left onto Junction Rd for 1.4 miles. Turn right onto Schlafer Rd, and your destination at the 5.3-acre property at 0 Schlafer Rd Lot 21, Bainbridge, NY 13733 will be on the right in 0.3 miles.
Total distance: 7.5 miles, approximately 12 minutes.
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