Prime village location with endless potential! Ideally situated in the heart of the village, this unique riverside property offers exceptional visibility, easy access, and countless possibilities. Formerly a charming café/restaurant, it overlooks the cascading West Branch of the Au Sable River and sits along a well-traveled gateway to the Adirondacks, attracting both locals and year-round visitors. The inviting main level features a warm interior and scenic outdoor dining along the riverbank, while the second floor offers excellent expansion potential for offices, bedrooms with en-suite baths, storage, or a spacious apartment, with added income opportunities as a short- or long-term rental. Perfect for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, guests can fish from the West Branch of the AuSable River and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the river. Within walking distance of downtown amenities and popular community events, this property is ideal for a café, vacation rental, mixed-use investment, or your dream business in one of the Adirondacks' most charming communities. Popular events such as Music in the Park, Labor Day celebrations, and Christmas in the Forks draw a mix of loyal locals and new visitors, attracting a steady flow of business throughout the year. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to invest in a highly visible location in one of the Adirondacks' most charming communities.
For sale
$349,000
3 French Village Rd, Au Sable Forks, NY 12912
--beds
0baths
2,161sqft
Apartment
Built in 1940
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Unique riverside property
- 50 days
- 79
- 2
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
B.A. Straight Real Estate 518-946-2600,
Amy Shalton
Source: ACVMLS,MLS#: 207959
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- Electric, Free Standing Stove, Space Heater, Wood
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: None
Features
- High Speed Internet, Pantry, Storage, Track Lighting
- Flooring: Concrete, Laminate, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Full,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,161
- Total interior livable area: 2,161 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt, Concrete, Kitchen Level, Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Body of water: Ausable West Branch
- Frontage type: River,Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Level, Views
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 341.2115
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Negotiable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Old Style
- Property subtype: Apartment
Materials
- Asphalt, Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Water Available, Propane
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater, Windows
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Au Sable Forks
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $146,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,436
- Date on market: 7/25/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Lease term: Short Term Lease
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,445/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,000+1146.4%$161/sqft |
Source:  ACVMLS #207959 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2018 | Sold | $28,000-6.4%$13/sqft |
Source: ACVMLS #162449 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2018 | Pending sale | $29,900$14/sqft |
Source: B.A. Straight Real Estate #162449 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2018 | Price change | $29,900-14.3%$14/sqft |
Source: B.A. Straight Real Estate #162449 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2018 | Price change | $34,900-7.9%$16/sqft |
Source: B.A. Straight Real Estate #162449 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2018 | Price change | $37,900-5%$18/sqft |
Source: B.A. Straight Real Estate #162449 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2018 | Price change | $39,900-20%$18/sqft |
Source: Whiteface Realty #161197 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2018 | Price change | $49,900-15.3%$23/sqft |
Source: Whiteface Realty #161197 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $58,900-25.4%$27/sqft |
Source: Whiteface Realty #161197 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2016 | Listing removed | $79,000$37/sqft |
Source: Fesette Realty, LLC #156941 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2016 | Price change | $79,000+16.2%$37/sqft |
Source: Fesette Realty, LLC #156941 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2016 | Listed for sale | $68,000-9.3%$31/sqft |
Source: Fesette Realty, LLC #156941 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2015 | Listing removed | $75,000$35/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2015 | Price change | $75,000+50%$35/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2015 | Listed for sale | $50,000+138.1%$23/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2013 | Sold | $21,000-51.2%$10/sqft |
Source: ACVMLS #146753 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2009 | Sold | $43,000$20/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $146,900 |
| 2024 | -- | $146,900 |
| 2023 | -- | $146,900 +5.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $139,600 +105.6% |
| 2021 | -- | $67,900 |
| 2020 | -- | $67,900 +126.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $30,000 -50% |
| 2018 | -- | $60,000 |
| 2017 | $1,030 | $60,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $60,000 +100% |
| 2015 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $30,000 -49.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $58,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $58,900 +7.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $55,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $55,000 +8.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $50,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $50,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $50,700 +8.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $46,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $46,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $46,600 -13.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $54,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $54,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $54,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $54,000 |
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