Land for Sale in Bainbridge, New York

This 5.3-acre property in Chenango County, New York offers buildable wooded land with road access, variable terrain including flatter building areas, and no zoning restrictions in Guilford Township near Bainbridge.

Flexible owner financing options available!

The property features direct access from Schlafer Road, a town-maintained dirt road now maintained year-round (formerly seasonal), with wooded terrain ranging from approximately 1,350 feet elevation at the road to 1,500 feet at the highest point. The sloping landscape includes flatter areas suitable for building, providing options for clearing a homesite, weekend getaway setup, or simply holding land in a region where open space remains accessible.

With no zoning restrictions per Guilford Township (though some deed restrictions apply), the property allows wide-ranging residential uses including RVs (up to 4 permitted), camping with no time limits, tiny homes meeting 2025 New York State Code, cabins, and residential construction with standard permitting. Short-term rentals have no restrictions. Mobile and manufactured homes are not allowed per deed restrictions. No minimum build size requirements exist.

Well drilling and septic installation with soil testing are required for water and waste management. Electricity is available through Otsego Electric Co-Op requiring connection. Propane is commonly used for gas in the area. The property sits outside FEMA flood zones.Annual property taxes run approximately $364.81. Located about 12 minutes from Bainbridge, 9 minutes from Sidney, and 12 minutes from Guilford for daily needs, local dining, and schools. Binghamton is approximately 44 minutes away for expanded shopping, healthcare, and employment, while Syracuse sits just under 2 hours distant.

A standout feature is proximity to South Hill State Forest just around the corner (approximately 5 minutes), part of extensive recreational access including Arctic-China State Forest, Gilbert Lake State Park, and Triangle State Forest within the broader region. Upstate New York's outdoor recreation, changing seasons, and slower pace continue attracting buyers seeking usable land within driving distance of multiple towns.

Contact us today to learn about flexible owner financing options and discover how this wooded Chenango County acreage offers upstate New York living with development freedom and state forest access!