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85 Water Street, Elizabethtown, NY 12932
$254,000
MLS# 204230
Listing Courtesy of: Merrill L. Thomas, Inc.
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Overview
Welcome to 85 Water Street, nestled in the hamlet of Elizabethtown—known as the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. A perfect setting for outdoor enthusiasts, this charming one-level home offers a cozy and inviting retreat for year-round living or vacation getaways. Step inside to a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, anchored by a beautiful stone fireplace with a wood-burning insert that adds both warmth and character. The home features a recently updated full bath with a walk-in shower, plus a newly added half bath with a sliding barn door. Original wood doors and trim throughout highlight the home’s timeless charm.
This property is well-suited for short-term rental opportunities with excellent access to hiking and mountain biking trails, as well as golf and cross-country skiing at nearby Cobble Hill Golf Course. Enjoy relaxing mornings or evenings on the covered front porch, taking in the peaceful surroundings.
A standout feature is the large barn with electricity, offering two separate bays and an upstairs workshop—perfect for hobbyists or additional storage. Recent maintenance includes a full furnace inspection and cleaning, septic system pumped and inspected by Morrisonville Septic (1,000-gallon tank), a newly sealed stone chimney, and a property survey completed in December 2021. Property boundaries are clearly marked with orange-taped stakes along the back hillside.
Most furnishings are included with the sale.
Conveniently located just a short drive to Keene, Lake Placid, Wilmington, Westport, and Lake Champlain, with easy access to the ferry to Vermont. Nearby amenities include grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, and a hospital. Essex County Public Transportation is available and fully accessible to persons with disabilities. Amtrak rail service is also just minutes away in Westport, NY.
Details & Amenities
Listing Details
- MLS #: 204230
- Status: Active
- Date Listed: 04-08-2025
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Sq. Ft: 1,012
- Acreage: 0.3
- Seasonal Property: No
- Listing Agent: Kasey Douglass
- Listing Courtesy of: Merrill L. Thomas, Inc.
Interior Features
- Bathrooms – Full: 1
- Bathrooms – Half: 1
- Total Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning Stove
- Basement: Exterior Entry, Partial
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Oil
- Air-conditioning Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior & Lot Features
- County: Essex
- Town: Elizabethtown
- Township: Elizabethtown
- School District: Boquet Valley Central School
- Views: Meadow, Neighborhood
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Lot Features: Front Yard, Open Lot
- Lot Size Area: 0.3
- Other Structures: See Remarks
- Road Type: Paved
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Zoning Description: Residential
Building & Construction
- Tax Map #: 55.-75-1-29.000
- Annual Taxes: $4,055
- Year Built: 1924
- Parking Features: Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Storage
- Exterior Siding: Aluminum Siding
- Roof Type: Asphalt
- Water Source: Public
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Home Levels: One
- Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows