Cornwall Land for Sale

Welcome to Cornwall, New York – a charming gem nestled in Orange County, where community spirit and educational excellence come together to create an exceptional living experience. If you’re considering a move to this picturesque area, you’ll be pleased to know that Cornwall boasts a highly regarded school district, renowned for its commitment to academic achievement and student development.

The Cornwall Central School District is dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive. With a strong emphasis on innovative teaching methods and personalized learning, the district prepares students for success both in and out of the classroom. Families in the area benefit from a variety of educational programs, extracurricular activities, and dedicated staff who are passionate about helping each student reach their full potential. From elementary through high school, the Cornwall schools are equipped with modern facilities and resources that support a well-rounded education.

For those looking to plant roots in this vibrant community, there’s exciting news: land for sale is available! Imagine building your dream home in a serene setting surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the Hudson Valley. Whether you envision a cozy retreat or a spacious family abode, the available parcels of land offer the perfect canvas for your vision. With easy access to local amenities, parks, and the rich history of Cornwall, you’ll find that this area is not just a place to live, but a place to thrive.

Explore the opportunity to become part of the Cornwall community today – where great schools and beautiful land await you!

Newest Cornwall Land for Sale

$199,000

1051189 MLS

Presenting 295 Skyline Dr in Highland Mills, NY—a rare opportunity on 8.4 sprawling acres. This exceptional property offers the potential to build two single-family houses, making it ideal for developers, investors, or anyone seeking a private estate. Enjoy the tranquility of expansive land in a desirable location, with the flexibility to create your vision. Discover endless possibilities at 295 Skyline Dr.

295 Skyline Drive, Highland Mills

$150,000

1039090 MLS

A parcel of 5 acres of raw, land located in a beautiful and desirable spot on the mountain in Cornwall on Hudson. Strictly by appointment only.

Maple Road, Cornwall On Hudson

$140,000

1037984 MLS

The thing that stops most people from building is never the house. It is the year that comes before it, the soil testing and the septic engineering and the permitting, all of it paid for months before anyone can tell you whether the answer is yes. Here, that year has already happened, and someone else already paid for it. These 2.5 acres come with an engineered plan in hand. Perc tests and deep soil tests completed, a septic system designed and detailed for a three bedroom home, the driveway located, the house footprint sited, and a water service connection drawn straight to the municipal main at the road. This is not raw dirt and a hopeful survey. It is land that has already answered its own questions, which means you skip the anxious part entirely and go directly to the good part, the part where you decide which way the house faces and where the morning light lands. Then there is the road, and the road may honestly be the whole thing. Otterkill Road is what people are picturing when they say they want to live in the country, and it is what they almost never actually find. It bends and rises through Mountainville under old trees, quiet without being isolated, with enough neighbors that you always know where you are and enough distance between them that no one is ever looking in your windows. There is a physical thing that happens when you turn onto it after a long day. Your shoulders come down. Your breathing changes. Whatever you were carrying on the drive up loses its grip somewhere in the first quarter mile, and by the time you reach the driveway you are already somewhere else. That is not a feature anyone can build into a house. You either have the road or you do not. Come around the corner and the Moodna Viaduct opens up in front of you, that impossible iron trestle stretched across the valley, the kind of view people pull over for. You will get it on the way home instead. Saturdays out here are close to unfair. Storm King Art Center is about 5 minutes away, so 500 acres of sculpture and open field becomes a spontaneous decision rather than a planned trip. Schunnemunk Mountain State Park is right there for the ridge hike with the long valley views. Black Rock Forest and the Hudson River waterfront in Cornwall-on-Hudson are both about 15 minutes, and Woodbury Common is close enough to be convenient and far enough to be forgettable. This is also the Cornwall Central School District, which is the reason land in this pocket almost never comes up and disappears fast when it does. That alone puts a floor under what you build here. The rest is easy. Municipal water at the road takes well drilling and water testing off your list completely. Electricity is available at the street. The Salisbury Mills-Cornwall station on the Port Jervis line is roughly 10 minutes out, and Manhattan is about 55 miles south, so none of this costs you your connection to the city. Buying land usually means buying a question mark and hoping the engineering comes back in your favor. This is the other version, where the plan is drawn, the tests are passed, the water is at the road, and the only decision left is the one you actually wanted to make. Walk it once and you will already know where the porch goes and which way it faces.

35 Otterkill Road, New Windsor

$190,000

1038928 MLS

Build your dream home on this private, fully approved lot boasting stunning mountain and trestle views! Surrounded by protected conservation land and the Heritage Trail system, your peace and privacy are guaranteed forever. Enjoy scenic walking trails right outside your door, combined with effortless everyday convenience—just 5 minutes to the Salisbury Mills train station and minutes to local grocery stores, Washingtonville, and Cornwall’s historic Main Street. Complete with top-rated Cornwall Schools, this lot offers the ultimate blend of natural beauty, privacy, and location. Buyer to handle site prep/driveway. The owner is a Bring your plans today! Cornwall schools, elementary, middle and High school

Orrs Mills Road, Salisbury Mills

$270,000

942803 MLS

.This is the first time this land is offered, and it is in the Cornwall School District. Excellent new construction opportunity. This 2.9-acre lot offers a scenic view of Brown’s Pond, a quiet .3-mile reservoir providing a peaceful setting and attractive backdrop for a custom home. Boating is not permitted, preserving the natural views and tranquility. The parcel provides generous buildable area suitable for a large, high-end residence. Surrounding new construction supports finished home values in the $800,000–$900,000 range, making this an ideal project for a custom or spec build. Town water available. A strong location for builders seeking a site with water views, and solid resale comps. Rare opportunity to develop in an area with proven demand for new homes.

Moore's Hill Road, New Windsor

$1,500,000

913137 MLS

Be a visionary! This is 29 acres in the Hudson Valley—prime land where luxury living meets unmatched opportunity. Picture a new community of high-end homes, an equestrian estate development, or a luxury retreat destination. With open meadows, mature woodlands, and multiple building sites with ample frontage, the groundwork is already here. This property offers privacy and natural beauty—yet it’s just minutes from major highways, vibrant towns, and Stewart International Airport. For the builder or investor ready to think bigger, this is more than land—it’s a blank canvas for a landmark project

Mt Airy Road, New Windsor

$175,000

899131 MLS

Imagine standing on your very own 3.9 acre canvas in the charming town of Cornwall, NY, a place where your dream home isn’t just a vision, it’s a reality waiting to unfold. Here, you decide every detail… from the first brick to the final bloom in your garden. The possibilities are endless when you have the freedom to create exactly what you’ve always wanted. Why settle for almost right when you can have everything just the way you want it? This is your moment to design the home that reflects who you are and how you want to live, every room, every view, every finish chosen by you, for you. You’ve worked hard, and now it’s time to give yourself permission to have it all. Cornwall is more than a location. It’s a lifestyle. Just about an hour from NYC, with easy access to mass transit, you can enjoy peaceful country living without losing touch with the city’s energy. Spend your weekends exploring local wineries, hiking scenic trails, or taking in the beauty of the Hudson Valley. And when it comes to education, Cornwall Central School District is one of the area’s most sought-after, making this a smart choice for your future. Whether your vision is a sprawling estate, a cozy farmhouse, or a modern retreat, these 3 acres are ready for your ideas to take root and flourish. This isn’t just about building a house. It’s about creating the life you deserve.

31 Boulder Drive, Cornwall

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