A Classic Thousand Islands Cottage Step back in time and experience the charm of an authentic 1800s cottage on Grenell Island, a special St. Lawrence River community where generations have gathered to enjoy the traditions and simplicity of island life. Loved and cared for over the years, being offered “as is” and presents a wonderful opportunity for its next owner to continue its story.
The cottage is rich with character, featuring beautiful fir beadboard, wainscoting, original woodwork and hardwood floors throughout. The expansive front porch with channel views is a favorite spot to be at this cottage. The main level offers a welcoming living room centered around a wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room and a flexible room that can serve as a first-floor bedroom, office or den, along with a convenient half bath. Upstairs are three bedrooms, a full bath and laundry. The home’s timeless interior opens to a large covered porch—the perfect place for morning coffee while watching an incredible sunrise or an evening gathering beneath a moonrise over the St. Lawrence Seaway. Passing ships provide an ever-changing backdrop to life along the River. At the shoreline, a large two-slip boathouse provides protected dockage along with a skiff ramp and workshop, making it ideal for embracing the boating lifestyle for which the Thousand Islands are known. Grenell Island offers something increasingly rare: a true island community. Residents enjoy their own seasonal post office, Community House with library, seasonal chapel and an approximately one-mile walking path around the island—perfect for visiting neighbors or simply enjoying the natural beauty of the River. This is more than a cottage—it is an opportunity to become part of a cherished Thousand Islands tradition and create your own memories on the St. Lawrence River. Selling furnished and turnkey.
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$775,000
16408 Grenell Is, Grenell, NY 13624
4beds
1,284sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
9,182 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$604/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large covered porchHardwood floors throughoutSkiff ramp and workshopFormal dining roomBeautiful fir beadboardOriginal woodwork
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Four Seasons Sotheby's Inter. 518-580-8500,
Robin Gedney Lucas 518-580-8500
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: S1710781
Originating MLS: Syracuse
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Other, See Remarks, Wood
Cooling
- Other, See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Furnished, Separate/Formal Living Room, Country Kitchen, Other, See Remarks, Natural Woodwork, Bedroom on Main Level, Workshop
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Varies, Vinyl
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,284
- Total interior livable area: 1,284 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, No Driveway
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Open, Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Dock, See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Dock Access, Other, River Access, See Remarks, Stream
- Body of water: Saint Lawrence Seaway
- Frontage length: 54
Lot
- Size: 9,182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 56 x 164
- Features: Other, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Shed(s), Storage, Boat House
- Parcel number: 2232890120110002066000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other, Pillar/Post/Pier, See Remarks
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Lake, River
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grenell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $604/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $535,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,806
- Date on market: 8/29/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+151.6%$604/sqft |
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| 8/13/2013 | Sold | $308,000$240/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $535,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $535,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $535,000 +121.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $241,800 |
| 2021 | -- | $241,800 |
| 2020 | -- | $241,800 |
| 2019 | -- | $241,800 |
| 2018 | -- | $241,800 |
| 2017 | $2,154 | $241,800 |
| 2016 | -- | $241,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $241,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $241,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $241,800 -0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $243,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $243,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $243,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $243,900 |
| 2008 | -- | $243,900 +217.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $76,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $76,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $76,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $76,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $76,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $76,800 +42.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $53,900 |
| 2000 | -- | $53,900 |
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