216 Lake St

Available October 15th, 2026. RARE opportunity to live on the downtown Burlington waterfront! This recently-remodeled loft-style 2nd floor, 1-bedroom/1-bath lakefront condo is located directly on Burlington's Waterfront Park and features stunning views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks from the living room (10-mile visibility!), and exposed post and beam architecture throughout the inside. This historic building was originally an 1870's railroad warehouse constructed during the Burlington Waterfront's industrial era... when what is now the beautiful Waterfront Park neighborhood was a major industrial railroad yard and shipping port on Lake Champlain. The Neighborhood -Welcome to the best neighborhood in Burlington... walk out the front door and across the street to the Waterfront Park or ride your bike along the Burlington Greenway (bike path) which runs right through the Park (or urban x-country ski in the winter!). -Front row seat to concerts, festivals, and lake sporting events across the street in the park all summer long! -The Burlington Marina, Lake Champlain Ferry, ECHO Science Center, Skinny Pancake, Foam Brewers, Burlington Bay Market, Fishing Pier, A_Dog Skate Park, and Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center are all located on this street and only a 2-10 minute walk away. -A public swimming beach is a 10-minute walk away. -Church Street, City Market, and the center of downtown Burlington is just an 8 minute walk or 2-minute drive away (or in the summer months, take the free trolly shuttle that stops at the end of our street!) -UVM, UVM Medical Center, Champlain College, and Dealer dot com are all just a 5-minute drive away. -15 minutes from the Burlington International Airport. The Space -The condo features loft-style open spaces, hardwood floors throughout (ceramic tile in the bathroom), granite counter tops, a kitchen island, plenty of cabinet space, and stainless steel appliances including a gas stove. -Monthly rent INCLUDES HEAT, HOT WATER, natural gas COOKING FUEL, sewer, trash removal, driveway snow removal, and 1 guaranteed off-street parking spot, with room for a second vehicle on a first-come basis. Some street parking also available. Tenant pays only for electricity (lights, fridge, devices, etc) and internet (building is wired for Comcast and Burlington Telecom). -On-site coin-op laundry facilities available. -Storage for 2 bicycles on the secure, enclosed common area porch. Sorry no other storage available except inside the condo. -Secure building with electronic entry and mobile-phone compatible intercom system. -Lush native-pollinator rain garden landscaping in the private waterfront picnic area. -No pets. -Smoking is prohibited on the property. -Tenant must agree to abide by the Condo Association's rules. Other residents in the building are friendly professionals and quiet hours are from 10pm to 8am. -1-year minimum lease. -Security deposit equal to one month's rent, prior rental references or proof of home ownership, credit check, and verifiable source of income are required. If you'd like to schedule a showing, please reply to this ad, tell us a little about yourself, and be sure to let us know your availability for a showing. Thanks for looking and have a great day! Monthly rent INCLUDES HEAT, HOT WATER, natural gas COOKING FUEL, sewer, trash removal, driveway snow removal, and 1 reserved off-street parking spot, with room for a second vehicle on a first-come basis. Street parking also available. Tenant pays only for electricity (lights, fridge, devices, etc) and cable/internet if desired (building is wired for Comcast and Burlington Telecom).