land locked vacant land: What Happens When You Wait Too Long to Buy Land? A Cautionary Tale From the Ground
- 05/20/25 07:59 AM
What Happens When You Wait Too Long to Buy Land? A Cautionary Tale From the Ground In our last post, we explored why now is the ideal moment to buy land—and why your guide in that journey should be someone who truly knows the terrain. But what happens when you don’t move quickly? Or worse—when you work with someone who doesn’t understand land? Let’s talk about what’s lost when you hesitate. The Market Moves While You WaitLand inventory in places like Westchester and Putnam Counties doesn’t sit around forever. In fact, it’s often here one day, gone the next—especially if the parcel is BOHA-approved, … (2 comments)
land locked vacant land: Navigating the Path to Purchasing Vacant Land in Westchester and Putnam Counties
- 05/20/25 07:29 AM
Navigating the Path to Purchasing Vacant Land in Westchester and Putnam Counties Building upon our previous discussion on identifying the right contacts for purchasing vacant land in Westchester and Putnam Counties, it's essential to delve deeper into the process. Both counties, nestled in New York's Hudson Valley, offer unique opportunities and challenges for prospective landowners. Here's a comprehensive guide to assist you in your journey. 1. Understanding the Local Landscape Westchester County: Known for its proximity to New York City, Westchester offers a mix of suburban and rural settings. The county boasts a range of undeveloped properties, with an average listing price of … (0 comments)
land locked vacant land: Who Should You Call to Buy Vacant Land in Westchester and Putnam Counties?
- 05/19/25 09:41 AM
Who Should You Call to Buy Vacant Land in Westchester and Putnam Counties? You should call someone who knows the land—not just the listing. Buying vacant land isn’t like buying a house. It’s more complex, more nuanced, and far less forgiving of rookie mistakes. You need someone who’s walked the property, checked the soil, spoken to the town, and knows what you can actually build—not just what looks good on a map. You need someone who can tell you: If the land has town water or a well—and why that matters What a wetland flag means for your future foundation Whether the slope works … (2 comments)
land locked vacant land: Why Now Is the Moment to Buy Land—And Why You Should Buy It From Someone Who Knows It Best
- 05/19/25 09:19 AM
Why Now Is the Moment to Buy Land And Why You Should Buy It From Someone Who Knows It Best There’s a quiet truth in real estate: land doesn’t scream for attention—but it speaks volumes to those who listen. Unlike homes that market themselves with granite countertops and glossy photos, land waits patiently for the right buyer to see what could be. And if you're reading this, you might already feel that pull. The desire to own a piece of earth, to build a future from the ground up. It's primal, it's personal—and it's powerful. But here's the catch: not all land is equal. And … (0 comments)
land locked vacant land: 🚨 Land Shocker: The $250,000 Mistake Happening Right Now in Yorktown 🚨
- 05/16/25 05:08 AM
🚨 Land Shocker: The $250,000 Mistake Happening Right Now in Yorktown 🚨May 16, 2025 | By Thomas Santore You won't believe what I found on Drive #7 this week. A vacant parcel in Yorktown—untouched, overlooked, and priced like it's 2015—just quietly changed hands… and nobody blinked. Why does this matter? Because that land is surrounded by homes valued at $1.2M+. Because it's got town water, gentle grade, and backs to forever-wild. And because the buyer? They weren’t a builder. Not a local. Not even an agent. Just a couple from Queens with a tape measure and a dream. I walked that lot last year. I begged … (4 comments)
land locked vacant land: The Shape of the Land: Putnam Valley Parcels in Profile
- 05/14/25 05:31 AM
The Shape of the Land: Putnam Valley Parcels in ProfileThe Shape of the Land: Putnam Valley Parcels in ProfileIn the world of real estate, especially when it comes to vacant land, topography isn’t just a background detail — it’s the headline. Nowhere is that more true than in Putnam Valley, a town where the land has a quiet way of shaping everything from lifestyle to investment potential. Nestled between the Hudson Highlands and the northern reaches of Westchester County, Putnam Valley is a place where the shape of the land matters. It tells you what can be built, where it can be … (0 comments)
land locked vacant land: The Shape of the Land: Cortlandt Parcels in Profile
- 05/12/25 10:58 AM
“The Shape of the Land: Cortlandt Parcels in Profile”Concept:Instead of a day-by-day driving journal, this series takes a parcel-by-parcel approach, exploring 8–10 specific vacant lots in Cortlandt, with each post acting like a profile. The goal is to go deeper into individual pieces of land—revealing not just location and zoning, but story, structure, topography, and dream potential. Series Breakdown: Post 1: “The One with the Stone Foundation”A parcel with remnants of an old structure—hinting at what once was and what could be again. Post 2: “The Ridge Lot”South-facing slope, seasonal views—ideal for passive solar. Talk about build orientation and future resale. Post … (0 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 10 “The Overlook” – Closing the Loop
- 05/12/25 10:52 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 10“The Overlook” – Closing the Loop For the final day of this Yorktown land series, I chose a route that rises—literally and figuratively. I drove past Huntersville, past where the lots thin out and the rock outcrops begin to frame the road, and up toward what some locals call “The Overlook.” It’s not a public point or trailhead, just a bend in the road with a commanding view—where you realize Yorktown is layered, both in topography and potential. This drive reminded me that land isn’t static. It has history, inertia, and untapped potential. Some parcels I … (1 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 10
- 05/09/25 07:14 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 10 One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 10Drive: Kitchawan Road to Pines Bridge We saved this one for last — and for good reason. Today’s drive down Kitchawan Road, stretching toward Pines Bridge, reminded us why walking the land matters more than ever in a town like Yorktown. These roads run through a quieter, more ecologically complex part of town — with watersheds, old stone culverts, and slopes that hide ridgeline views. This is land with stories. You don’t just buy here — you inherit a chapter of it. Some parcels here are large and dramatic, … (1 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 9
- 05/09/25 07:09 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 9Drive: Baptist Church Road to Mohansic Avenue Today’s drive was about proximity — to Taconic Parkway, to schools, to FDR State Park. This is transitional land, where rural charm brushes up against commuter convenience. Driving Baptist Church Road and wrapping around to Mohansic Avenue, we passed parcels that feel caught between past and future — older homes with deep yards, occasional barns or outbuildings, and stretches of wooded frontage that feel oddly untouched given how close we are to everything. Here, the land feels like it’s waiting. Some lots appear unbuildable at first glance — steep … (2 comments)
land locked vacant land: What You Miss When You Don’t Walk the Land:
- 05/09/25 06:39 AM
What You Miss When You Don’t Walk the Land: You miss how close the next house really feels, how traffic hums at different times of day, and where the shadows fall from neighboring trees. You miss the subtle slope that could change your foundation cost — or your basement's future. You miss the feel of standing at curb height and imagining the front porch. In places like this, it’s not just about whether you can build — it’s about whether you’d want to live there once you do. That walk tells you what comps can’t. It reveals whether your future backyard is quiet … (1 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 8
- 05/09/25 06:13 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 8 Today’s drive brought us closer to the heart of utility-supported Yorktown — an area where sewer lines run down both sides of the road, and the landscape tells a very different story than the wooded hideaways of earlier days. Here, land has already given way to homes — but not completely. Tucked between well-kept colonials and newer construction are the holdout parcels: narrow but deep lots, a few grassy side yards that might actually be unbuilt flag lots, and even one or two homes sitting awkwardly on double lots, hinting at potential subdivision. Unlike the broader, … (0 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 7
- 05/08/25 12:00 PM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 7Back Roads, Big Potential Today’s drive took me down roads I’d usually only glance at on a map—Underhill Avenue to Hallocks Mill, snaking through to Hunterbrook. If you blink, you’ll miss what makes this stretch so quietly compelling. Yorktown isn’t just about big lots and bigger budgets. Sometimes it’s the oddly shaped parcel between two homes, the overgrown lot with a view through bare tree limbs, or the sound of running water where you didn’t expect a stream. One property, tucked behind a split-rail fence and long forgotten by its owner, caught my attention. It’s just … (1 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 6
- 05/06/25 09:10 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 6“Where the Sidewalk Ends—But the Lots Begin” Today’s route started with curb appeal and ended in raw potential. I looped from Route 118 into Underhill Heights and down to the dead ends that back into nothing but woods. It’s the kind of terrain that reads fully developed—until you start spotting odd slivers of untouched land between backyards, or a driveway that goes nowhere. I parked near a cul-de-sac and followed a narrow trail between two homes, barely noticeable unless you were looking. Behind them? Nearly two acres, flagged in old survey tape. It’s technically “residential land,” … (2 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 5
- 05/06/25 09:00 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 5“The Corners We Skip” There’s a turn on Croton Lake Road that no one seems to take. Maybe it’s the angle. Maybe it’s the overgrowth, or the fact that GPS never favors it. But on Day 5, that’s exactly where I went. The road winds tighter than most in Yorktown, and the tree canopy felt more tunnel than trail. About halfway in, I stopped at a piece of land with no sign, no listing, and no obvious driveway—just a break in the stone wall and a faint path through the brush. These are the parcels you … (3 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 4
- 05/03/25 10:53 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 4Drive: Baptist Church Road to Granite Springs Today’s route took me from the heart of Baptist Church Road through the undulating terrain of Granite Springs, a pocket of Yorktown that wears its geology on its sleeve. What struck me wasn’t just the scenery—it was how the land sounded. Yes, sounded. This drive was quieter than the others, acoustically insulated by long stretches of mature woodland. Every so often, the road opens up to wide, sloped lots that back up against town watershed lands or utility easements—scenarios that can either complicate or unlock development potential depending on … (2 comments)
land locked vacant land: Putnam County Land Market: Mid-2025 Update
- 05/02/25 06:53 AM
Putnam County Land Market: Mid-2025 UpdateAs we progress through 2025, Putnam County's land market continues to exhibit dynamic shifts, influenced by broader economic trends and local developments. Market Trends and PricingThe average home value in Putnam County has risen to $525,731, marking a 6.1% increase over the past year. Homes are going to pending status in approximately 36 days, indicating a brisk market pace. Zillow In Putnam Valley, the market remains balanced, with a median of 29 days on the market as of March 2025. Redfin+2Realtor+2Rocket - Help Everyone Home+2 Inventory and ListingsCurrently, there are 78 land listings in Putnam County, ranging from small … (2 comments)
land locked vacant land: Vacant Land Market in Putnam County, NY: The Pause Between Create and Delete
- 05/02/25 06:46 AM
Vacant Land Market in Putnam County, NY: The Pause Between Create and Delete Some land just needs time. Not forever — just enough to let the market catch up to what the parcel’s been saying all along. That’s what I’m seeing in Putnam right now. Buyers are still circling. Builders are still calling. But the land that’s moving isn’t necessarily the prettiest or most obvious. It’s the parcels that feel like they’ve already been figured out. Soil test complete? Driveway roughed in? Tree survey? Suddenly, you’re at the front of the line. One parcel in Southeast — 2.7 acres off a quiet road — … (1 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 3
- 05/02/25 06:40 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 3 Title: The Quiet Between Cul-de-Sacs: Hidden Depths in Suburbia Today I stayed close to home — not by accident, but by design. Sometimes the most overlooked land is surrounded by homes people already live in. Between two cul-de-sacs off London Road sits a flag lot that doesn’t flag anyone’s interest. It's shaded, quiet, and tucked behind six tidy homes. You’d think it’s someone's oversized backyard. It’s not. It’s a legal lot, nearly an acre, that’s been ignored because there's no sign, no drama — just potential. With the right vision, it could be a modern farmhouse … (3 comments)
land locked vacant land: One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 2
- 05/02/25 06:35 AM
One Town, Ten Drives: Yorktown – Day 2 Title: The Hills That Hide Homes: What Elevation Reveals in Yorktown Today’s drive took me up the ridges that most buyers overlook. You know the ones — where GPS loses its mind, and the roads seem like they were laid out by a drunk surveyor. But that’s exactly where the best stories (and opportunities) are. On Hill Boulevard, I passed a three-acre piece that’s been sitting quiet for months. From the road, it looks too steep to build on — and that’s what scares most people off. But walk just 60 feet in and you’re on … (2 comments)
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