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The Hidden Cost of Raw Land Nobody Talks About
You’ve seen the tempting listings—raw Catskills acreage at bargain prices. But here’s what those listings don’t tell you: the 12-24 months and $15,000-$30,000 you’ll spend just getting to the point where you can break ground. Septic design, soil testing, DEP approvals, utility easements—it adds up fast.
Our Elka Park lots eliminate that timeline and those costs entirely.
What “Ready to Build” Actually Means
Each 5-acre lot in our Corfu Road subdivision comes with:
1. Engineered Septic Plans (Normally $3,000-$8,000 & 3-6 months) Professional engineering work completed. Plans designed specifically for each lot’s topography and soil conditions. This alone saves months of waiting for contractors and regulatory approvals.
2. Successful DEP Perc Tests (Normally $1,500-$3,000 & 2-3 months) Soil percolation testing completed and approved by the Department of Environmental Protection. Your septic system will work—guaranteed.
3. Power to Private Road (Normally $5,000-$20,000 depending on distance) Electrical service already extended to the private road serving the subdivision. No expensive utility line extensions from distant main roads.
4. Private Road Access Well-maintained private road provides year-round access. No snowbound winter worries, no waiting for town plows.
The Elka Park Advantage
Location matters. Elka Park sits in the heart of the northern Catskills’ most desirable corridor—minutes from Hunter Mountain, Windham, and Tannersville, but surrounded by the protected Indian Head Wilderness. You’re building in a community that balances accessibility with authentic mountain character.
For the Design-Build Timeline
With pre-approved septic and power in place, many buyers are breaking ground within 4-6 months of purchase—unheard of for raw mountain land. Whether you’re working with a local builder or bringing your own architect, you’re starting with a significant head start.
Multiple Lots, Multiple Possibilities
With nine lots in the subdivision, there’s flexibility for buyers who want adjacent parcels for extended family compounds, or buyers who value knowing their neighbors chose this special place too. Each lot maintains privacy while benefiting from shared road maintenance and the security of an established, managed subdivision.
Current Inventory
Several lots remain available, each with its own character and natural features. Lots range from $145,000-$185,000 depending on specific topography, views, and build site advantages.
Next Steps
Visit the lots in person—there’s no substitute for walking the land and feeling which parcel speaks to your vision. Weekend showings available. We’ll walk the properties with you, show you the stone walls, point out potential build sites, and answer every question about utilities, timelines, and what it’s really like to build in the Catskills.
Contact us through landforsalecatskills.com or call to schedule your property tour.