708 Mountain Avenue, Purling, NY 12470 (MLS# 20264572)

708 Mountain Avenue, Purling, NY 12470

$899,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 6,000 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 414,691 Status: Active
Current Price: $899,900 List Date: 8/18/2026 Last Modified: 8/18/2026

Overview

Description

**A Private Catskills Estate with Space, Character & Possibilities** Set on 9.52 acres in Purling, this distinctive Catskills property offers an exceptional combination of privacy, space, and versatility. Custom-built by its original owners using imported materials, the residence offers approximately 6,000 square feet of living space with 8 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms--an uncommon scale for a private Catskills property. Inside, the home is defined by generous rooms, high ceilings, arched doorways, and timeless architectural details. The formal living room features a lodge-style wood-burning fireplace, while the formal dining room provides an inviting setting for gatherings. An eat-in kitchen, spacious den, and family/game room with a commercial-style bar add to the home's generous entertaining spaces. The lower level includes a substantial two-bedroom apartment, offering exceptional flexibility for extended family, guests, or additional living arrangements. With its expansive lay ...

Listing Details MLS# 20264572

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total
8
Bathrooms Total
5
Bathrooms Full
3
Bathrooms Half
2
Above Grade Finished Area
6000
Living Area
6000
New Construction YN
No
Year Built
1975
Garage YN
Yes
Attached Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Size Acres
9.52
Flood Plain YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
Stories
2
Sign On Property YN
Yes
List Price/SqFt
149.98

Property Features

Appliances: Bar Fridge; Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Oven; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Architectural Style: Raised Ranch Attic Features: None Basement: Apartment; Full Community Features: None Construction Materials: Asphalt; Concrete; Masonite; Stone Electric: 200+ Amp Service Exterior Features: Balcony; Private Yard Flooring: Carpet; Concrete; Granite; Stone Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter Heating: Baseboard Interior Features: Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; High Ceilings; Natural Woodwork; Recreation Room Laundry Features: In Basement; Laundry Room Levels: One Listing Terms: Trust Deed Lot Features: Back Yard; Front Yard; Garden Other Structures: Garage(s) Parking Features: Driveway Patio And Porch Features: Deck; Patio Plumbing: Copper; Mixed Pool Features: None Possession: Close Of Escrow Property Condition: Average Road Frontage Type: Town Road Surface Type: Asphalt; Paved Roof: Asphalt Sewer: Septic Tank Special Listing Conditions: Trust Structure Type: House Utilities: Electricity Connected

Contract Information

Original List Price
899900
Listing Contract Date
2026-08-10
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name
Ruta Irrevocable Trust
Occupant Type
Owner
Lease Considered YN
No

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
708
Street Name
Mountain
Street Suffix
Avenue
County
Greene
State
NY
Zip Code
12470
Town (Taxable)
Cairo

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
**A Private Catskills Estate with Space, Character & Possibilities** Set on 9.52 acres in Purling, this distinctive Catskills property offers an exceptional combination of privacy, space, and versatility. Custom-built by its original owners using imported materials, the residence offers approximately 6,000 square feet of living space with 8 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms--an uncommon scale for a private Catskills property. Inside, the home is defined by generous rooms, high ceilings, arched doorways, and timeless architectural details. The formal living room features a lodge-style wood-burning fireplace, while the formal dining room provides an inviting setting for gatherings. An eat-in kitchen, spacious den, and family/game room with a commercial-style bar add to the home's generous entertaining spaces. The lower level includes a substantial two-bedroom apartment, offering exceptional flexibility for extended family, guests, or additional living arrangements. With its expansive layout and multiple living spaces, the property offers room for a variety of lifestyles and uses. Outside, mature landscaping and a circular driveway create a welcoming approach, while nearly 10 acres provide the privacy, space, and connection to nature that make a Catskills property truly special. Conveniently located near skiing, golf, hiking, horseback riding, shopping, and other year-round recreation, while also offering access to Windham, Hunter, Woodstock, festivals, and the Amtrak station. **A rare opportunity to own a substantial Catskills property where privacy, acreage, architectural character, and possibilities come together.**

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-08-18T20:16:04Z
Major Change Type
New Listing
Status Change Timestamp
2026-08-18
Back on Market Date
2026-08-18

More Information

Book Information

Liber/Book
2018
Page
1958
Section
4
Listing Courtesy of RVW Select Properties
Listing Agent: Roxana Orrego
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.