Affordable lake frontage on the shores of beautiful Cayuga Lake! This small seasonal cottage offers the perfect starting point for your lakefront vision—whether you choose to enjoy it as-is, renovate, or build new.
Up top you will find convenient parking for 2 vehicles directly off of Route 89. A gently sloped shared right of way takes you to approximately 30 steps directly to the waters edge.
The highlight of the property is the impressive 85-foot permanent dock, thoughtfully constructed and equipped with a boat hoist rated for up to 10,000 lbs, currently set up for a 24' pontoon boat. Above the hoist, an elevated deck provides a stunning vantage point with unobstructed views of the lake—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or taking in the sunsets.
With approximately 5 feet of water depth at the end of the dock and minimal weed growth, this property is well-suited for boating, fishing, and year-round enjoyment. From perch and bass to lake trout, the fishing is exceptional, while the setting also lends itself to waterfowl hunting in the colder months.
Ideally located just a short boat ride from multiple restaurants, wineries, and three state parks, only 2 miles from Dean’s Cove boat launch, and within walking distance to Goose Watch Winery.
This is your opportunity to secure Cayuga Lake frontage at an approachable price point and create something truly special.
Pending
Price cut: $20K (7/1)
$249,000
5509 Route 89, Romulus, NY 14541
0beds
0baths
420sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
2,025 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$593/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Minimal weed growth
- 100 days
- 783
- 16
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc 607-257-0800,
Trisha Shore 607-592-7283
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1682954
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- Other, See Remarks, None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Other, See Remarks
- Flooring: Hardwood, Varies
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 420
- Total interior livable area: 420 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, Driveway
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Dock Access, Lake
- Body of water: Cayuga Lake
- Frontage length: 46
Lot
- Size: 2,025 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 46 x 44
- Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 45360001500000010190000000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, See Remarks
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other, See Remarks
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Romulus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $593/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $106,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,626
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 90 days
- Listing terms: Cash
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Pending sale | $249,000$593/sqft |
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| 8/10/2026 | Contingent | $249,000$593/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $249,000-7.4%$593/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $269,000-6.9%$640/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listing removed | $289,000$688/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $289,000+175.2%$688/sqft |
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| 9/8/2021 | Sold | $105,000-12.5%$250/sqft |
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| 6/11/2021 | Pending sale | $120,000$286/sqft |
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| 5/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $120,000$286/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $106,500 |
| 2024 | -- | $106,500 |
| 2023 | -- | $106,500 |
| 2022 | -- | $106,500 -7.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2020 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2019 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2018 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2017 | $3,754 | $114,700 |
| 2016 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $114,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $114,700 +50.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $76,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $76,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $76,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $76,000 +33.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $57,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $57,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $57,000 +8.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $52,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $52,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $52,500 +16.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $44,900 |
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