Charming and comfortable, two for one property offers an ideal combination of village convenience and Adirondack living. Located only a short walk to the Adirondack Rail Trail and downtown Saranac Lake, the home makes it easy to enjoy restaurants, shops, recreation and everything the village has to offer. The gorgeous yard oasis surrounded by a rock wall, many perennials and a nice sized fenced garden bed on a quarter of an acre. Views of Mt. Baker. The main house has three bedrooms and one bath, the cottage has two bedrooms and one bath all on one floor.
Staring with the main house there is a bonus room on the top floor and a cure porch on the second floor. High efficiency propane boiler/water heater, foam insulation in basement.
The cottage is currently a successful short term rental attracting those who want to be within walking distance to downtown and the rail trail. It has an XL soaking tub, screened in porch, brand new washer/ dryer and best of all supplements the mortgage!
Both roofs were done in 2020. New paved driveway 2024, Nice sized shed, SLIC high speed internet. Close to the hospital, NCCC, Lake Colby and Lake Flower.
For sale
$379,000
71 Virginia St, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
5beds
2,907sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.25 Acres Lot
$367,400 Zestimate®
$130/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Nice sized shedMany perennials
- 3 hours
- 287
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty 518-685-4500,
Corey Iaria Purcell
Source: ACVMLS,MLS#: 208500
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Hot Water, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, In Kitchen
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dry Bar, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Soaking Tub, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,382
- Total interior livable area: 2,907 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,907
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One,Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Lighting, Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Level, Native Plants, Private, Views
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Second Residence, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 446.6836
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Old Style
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foam Insulation, Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Saranac Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $130/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $242,984
- Annual tax amount: $5,786
- Date on market: 9/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Lease
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Lease term: Short Term Lease
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$367,400
$349,000 - $386,000
$1,728/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $379,000+129.7%$130/sqft |
Source:  ACVMLS #208500 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2016 | Sold | $165,000-2.9%$57/sqft |
Source: ACVMLS #153687 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2016 | Pending sale | $170,000$58/sqft |
Source: Guide Boat Realty, LLC #153687 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2015 | Listed for sale | $170,000+5566.7%$58/sqft |
Source: Guide Boat Realty, LLC #153687 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2008 | Sold | $3,000$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2024 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2023 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2022 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2021 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2020 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2019 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2018 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2017 | $3,701 | $159,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2015 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $159,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $159,300 +2.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $155,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $155,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $155,700 +132.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $67,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $67,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $67,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $67,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $67,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 12983
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