Active
86 Nelson Street, Auburn NY 13021
MLS# R1652403
$160,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,638
Living Area (Sq.Ft.)
0.21
Lot Area (Acres)
$160,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,638
Living Area (Sq.Ft.)
0.21
Lot Area (Acres)
Welcome to 86 Nelson Street – Where City Charm Meets Investment Opportunity <br>Discover exceptional value in the heart of Auburn's vibrant neighborhood, where tree-lined sidewalks connect you to everything this historic Central New York community has to offer. This property presents an ideal opportunity for savvy investors seeking strong rental potential or owner-occupants looking for affordable entry into one of the region's most culturally rich and accessible neighborhoods. You'll enjoy the 3/4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large windows with newer windows allowing natural light to shine in, a full walkout basement to the huge fenced-in backyard, deck, & original wood details throughout. Step outside your door and you're immersed in authentic city living – downtown's thriving culinary scene, craft breweries like Prison City Pub and Shepherd's Brewing Company, the acclaimed Auburn Public Theater, and a Wegmans anchoring the downtown district are all within easy walking distance. Location defines this opportunity. Auburn sits strategically along Routes 5 & 20, providing seamless connectivity throughout the Finger Lakes region and beyond. Syracuse lies just 25 miles east via Route 690, while the New York State Thruway (I-90) is minutes away via Exit 40 or Exit 41, making commutes to Rochester, Syracuse, or anywhere along the corridor remarkably convenient. Auburn isn't just surviving – it's thriving. Known as "History's Hometown," the city has invested heavily in downtown revitalization, creating inviting public spaces, uniform streetscaping, and a flourishing arts scene with First Friday celebrations and year-round cultural events. Just 2.5 miles away, Owasco Lake offers boating, fishing, swimming, and waterfront dining at Emerson Park. The surrounding Finger Lakes wine country features over 120 wineries, scenic hiking trails, and endless outdoor recreation opportunities. Whether you're building a rental portfolio in one of New York's most affordable housing markets or securing your own residence in a neighborhood where community connection thrives, 86 Nelson Street delivers.
Status
Active
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year Built
1890
Parcel Number
050100-116-022-0001-061-000-0000
Unit Number
--
Subdivision Name
City/Auburn
Lot Features
Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Levels
Two
Lot Size Dimensions
66X140
Stories
2
Bath Rooms Full
1
Bath Rooms Half
1
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Property Condition
Resale
Elementary School District
Auburn
Middle Or Junior School District
Auburn
High School District
Auburn
Location
Listing Agent
Laura E. Swogger
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
Owner Name
--
Owner Phone
--
Possession
CloseOfEscrow
Special Listing Conditions
Standard
Listing Terms
Cash, Conventional, F H A, Va Loan
Listing Agreement
ExclusiveRightToSell
Listing Contract Date
2025-11-24
Fire Places Total
0
Interior Features
Separate Formal Dining Room, Separate Formal Living Room, Kitchen Island, Bedroom On Main Level
Flooring
Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
Laundry Features
In Basement
Heating
true
Heating Features
Gas, Forced Air
Accessibility Features
Accessible Approach With Ramp
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Window Features
ThermalWindows
Garage
false
Garage Spaces
0
Architectural Style
Colonial, Historic Antique, Two Story
Exterior Features
Blacktop Driveway, Deck, Fence
Water Source
Connected, Public
Sewer
Connected
Roof
Asphalt
Other Structures
Sheds,Storage
Utilities
Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Parking Features
No Garage
Foundation Details
Stone
Basement
Full, Walk Out Access
Construction Materials
Stucco
Fencing
Partial
Patio And Porch Features
Deck
No schools found
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. IDX data © 2019 REIS MLS. All rights reserved. The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program of the REIS MLS. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms and are marked with the Broker Reciprocity logo or the Broker Reciprocity thumbnail logo (a little black house) and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. Realoq is not a Multiple Listing Service, nor does it offer MLS access. This website is a service of Realoq, a service company Participant of the REIS MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data updated daily; data last updated .
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Notice
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the "DMCA"), provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices and counter-notices should be sent in writing by mail to DMCA Designated Agent.
The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information: (1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement; (2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content; (3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and e-mail address; (4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law; (5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and (6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.
Listed By
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. IDX data © 2019 REIS MLS. All rights reserved. The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program of the REIS MLS. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms and are marked with the Broker Reciprocity logo or the Broker Reciprocity thumbnail logo (a little black house) and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. Realoq is not a Multiple Listing Service, nor does it offer MLS access. This website is a service of Realoq, a service company Participant of the REIS MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data updated daily; data last updated .
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Notice
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the "DMCA"), provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices and counter-notices should be sent in writing by mail to DMCA Designated Agent.
The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information: (1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement; (2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content; (3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and e-mail address; (4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law; (5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and (6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.