For sale

$120,000

113 acres

0 Whalen RdChurabusco, NY 12923

Land and lots · MLS 11544555 · Listed 455 days ago (Aug 1, 2025)

19 mi straight line to Titus Mountain Family Ski Center (alpine resort) · Ski access details

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About this land

Nestled in the heart of Clinton County, this 113± acre recreational tract offers a rare combination of quality deer habitat, timber, and income potential. Situated along both Whalen Road and Merchia Road (GPS: 44.96705, -73.9831), this diverse property features a mix of hardwoods, wetlands, and upland cover ideal for whitetail hunting and outdoor adventure. With approximately 973 feet of frontage on one side of Whalen Road and 922 feet on the other, plus an additional 1,276 feet along Merchia Road, this tract provides excellent access and potential for future development or division. There is no maintenance on this section of these roads from December to April. An old ATV trail system winds through portions of the property. Evidence of a former campsite exists, providing a promising location to build your own hunting cabin or rustic getaway. The land was last selectively logged over 25 years ago and holds a healthy stand of poplar, ash, maple, and birch, offering some potential timber value and natural regeneration. Wetland areas provide diversity and important habitat, drawing and holding wildlife throughout the seasons. Deer sign is abundant, with well-worn trails and bedding areas visible across the property, making this a proven hunting location for serious sportsmen. Adding further value, the land possibly could be added to a wind energy program, which generates annual income that helps offset property taxes - a unique and attractive feature for investors and long-term landholders. Whether you're seeking a productive hunting parcel or a peaceful retreat with room to roam, this tract delivers. Its combination of seclusion, access, natural resources, and income potential makes it a true gem in New York's North Country.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Ski access and nearby skiing

Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.

Nearby ski areas with straight-line distance
Ski areaTypeStraight-line distanceMeasured to
Titus Mountain Family Ski CenterNY · homes near itAlpine resort19 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive CenterNY · homes near itNordic center38 miVisitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead
Whiteface MountainNY · homes near itAlpine resort43 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)

Also nearby: Mt. Pisgah Recreation Center (local ski area, 44 mi).

Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 9:06 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.

Ski access claims

The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.

Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Chad Bruyette of Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC.

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Facts

List price
$120,000
Status
For sale
Property type
Land and lots
Lot size
113 acres
County
Clinton County
MLS number
11544555
Annual property tax
$823

Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.

Location

Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Churabusco.

Price and status history

    Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.

    Estimate a monthly payment

    $24,000
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    Estimated monthly payment

    $709 per month

    Principal and interest$607
    Property tax$69
    Homeowners insurance$33
    Loan amount$96,000
    Total interest over the term$122,443

    An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.

    Questions to ask before you buy

    Good questions for any home near the slopes.

    1. How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
    2. Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
    3. Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
    4. Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
    5. What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
    6. For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.

    Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget

    Guides and next steps

    Listing courtesy of Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC. Listing agent: Chad Bruyette. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

    Listing updated Aug 2, 2026, 12:29 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 9:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.