Step inside a rare piece of Hudson Valley history, welcome to The Rifton, a meticulously restored 1870s church in Ulster Park, New York, just minutes from the vibrant city of Kingston. This extraordinary converted church blends historic architecture with modern luxury, creating a truly one-of-a-kind home that has captured global attention as a design-forward retreat, weekend getaway, and high-performing investment property featured in publications like Dwell Magazine, and Hgtv.
The dramatic great room features soaring 30-foot ceilings, original exposed wood beams, and preserved stone walls that showcase the building's heritage. A custom wood-burning stone firepit anchors the living space, while oversized glass doors open to an elevated deck with serene, treehouse-like views. The home offers 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, ideal for hosting or private escapes. A fully renovated kitchen and spa-like bathrooms provide modern comfort, while details like a vintage clawfoot tub maintain the home's timeless character. A dedicated studio, gallery, or office wing offers flexible space for artists, creatives, or remote work - making this property equally suited as a full-time residence, luxury weekend home, or income-generating investment.
Located in Ulster Park in the heart of the Hudson Valley, this property offers easy access to Kingston's thriving food, art, and cultural scene. Minutes from the Rondout waterfront, historic Stockade District, and local favorites like Rough Draft Bar & Books and Brunette Wine Bar. Just 90 minutes from New York City and approximately 30 minutes to Metro-North access, this location offers the perfect blend of convenience and escape. Whether you're searching for a unique historic home in the Hudson Valley, a converted church property, or a turnkey short-term rental investment, The Rifton is a rare opportunity to own a truly iconic upstate New York property.
Active
$1,750,000
1883 Route 213, Rifton, NY 12471
4beds
4,596sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1876
0.5 Acres Lot
$1,671,600 Zestimate®
$381/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully renovated kitchenSpa-like bathroomsPreserved stone wallsVintage clawfoot tubOriginal exposed wood beamsCustom wood-burning stone firepitOversized glass doors
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Listing updated:
Listing by:
Compass Greater NY, LLC 838-877-8283,
Catherine Quintard 347-834-6634,
Craig Smith 845-518-3844,
Compass Greater NY, LLC
Source: HVCRMLS,MLS#: 20261598
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Lower Level, Other
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Chandelier, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Professional Suite, Smart Home, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,596
- Total interior livable area: 4,596 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,946
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Garden, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Smart Lock(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private, Rock Outcropping, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 71.1262
- Zoning: R40
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1876
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Generator Hookup
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rifton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $381/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $807,588
- Annual tax amount: $28,072
- Date on market: 4/15/2026
Estimated market value
$1,671,600
$1.59M - $1.76M
$3,573/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000-2%$381/sqft |
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| 2/25/2026 | Listing removed | $1,785,000$388/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,785,000-28.5%$388/sqft |
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| 2/13/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/2/2023 | Listing removed | $2,495,000$543/sqft |
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| 8/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000+338.5%$543/sqft |
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| 9/9/2020 | Sold | $569,000-3.4%$124/sqft |
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| 7/20/2020 | Pending sale | $589,000$128/sqft |
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| 6/2/2020 | Listed for sale | $589,000$128/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $807,588 -46% |
| 2024 | -- | $1,495,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $1,495,000 +359% |
| 2022 | -- | $325,726 |
| 2021 | -- | $325,726 |
| 2020 | -- | $325,726 |
| 2019 | -- | $325,726 |
| 2018 | -- | $325,726 |
| 2017 | $9,230 | $325,726 |
| 2016 | -- | $325,726 |
| 2015 | -- | $325,726 |
| 2014 | -- | $325,726 |
| 2013 | -- | $325,726 -7.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $353,400 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $372,000 -3% |
| 2009 | -- | $383,500 -3.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $399,000 +78% |
| 2007 | -- | $224,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $224,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $224,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $224,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $224,200 +20% |
| 2002 | -- | $186,890 +10% |
| 2001 | -- | $169,900 +102% |
| 2000 | -- | $84,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Rifton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Robert R Graves SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 5.5 mi
- 5/10J Watson Bailey Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 7.1 mi
- 4/10Kingston High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7 mi
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- New York
- Ulster County
- Ulster Park
- 12471
- Rifton
- 1883 Route 213








