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In Upstate New York, an 18th-Century Estate Tied to the Underground Railroad Seeks $595KView 15 Photos

In Upstate New York, an 18th-Century Estate Tied to the Underground Railroad Seeks $595K

Built circa 1791, the File Farm is steeped in local lore, and its original structure is remarkably well preserved.
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Location: 1569 Hoosick Road, Troy, New York 

Price: $595,000

Year Built: Circa 1791

Footprint: 3,444 Square Feet (3 Beds, 2.5 Baths)

Lot Size: 18.8 Acres

From the Agent: "Welcome to The File Farm, known locally as the White House, a circa-1791 Greek Revival residence set on nearly 19 pastoral acres along Hoosick Road in Brunswick. From the moment you arrive, the home’s architectural presence is undeniable. Classic columns and a grand curved central staircase set the tone, while original moldings, neoclassical woodwork, exposed beams, brickwork, and a herringbone brick floor in the lower level offer a tangible connection to its 18th-century origins. An interior renovation introduced central air conditioning, fully updated plumbing, refinished hardwood floors, and marble bathrooms. A separately zoned unfinished apartment, with electrical already in place, offers flexibility as a guest suite, in-law space, income-producing rental, or future fourth bedroom folded back into the main house. Outside, a three-bay garage connects to the home via a covered walkway, and an original carriage barn adds further utility for collectors, hobbyists, or those seeking a live/work configuration. A rare blend of architectural integrity, land, and lifestyle, the File Farm offers both a connection to the past and a canvas for the future."

The File Farm’s landscaping has been updated to reflect the original character of the property. 

The File Farm’s landscaping has been updated to reflect the original character of the property. 

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Local archives suggest the property and its unfinished lower level may have served as a waypoint on the Underground Railroad.

Local archives suggest the property and its unfinished lower level may have served as a waypoint on the Underground Railroad.

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In the living room, the original windows have been replaced with French doors that open to a stone terrace. 

In the living room, the original windows have been replaced with French doors that open to a stone terrace. 

The kitchen has been updated and extended to include a breakfast room. 

The kitchen has been updated and extended to include a breakfast room. 

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The historical property takes its name—the File Farm—from John Melchior File, who once owned the plot and fought in the Battle of Saratoga. 

The historical property takes its name—the File Farm—from John Melchior File, who once owned the plot and fought in the Battle of Saratoga. 

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Grace Bernard
Grace Bernard is a freelance writer based in Los Angeles.

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