538 Gull Bay Rd

$7,300,000
Price
2,828 Sq. Ft.
$2,581 / Sq. Ft.
2,828
Sq. Ft.
$2,581
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A masterfully planned and constructed custom home nestled into a lakeside knoll on 270 feet of waterfront on northern Lake George shoreline including an additional 431 wooded acres which can be enhanced by adding an second residence or guest house. The open floor planned house, with custom stone fireplace accommodates a cozy small group, or expands to hold larger groups of friends/family. There is a den & Full bath on the main level with a large screened porch overlooking the lake. Multiple decks...A masterfully planned and constructed custom home nestled into a lakeside knoll on 270 feet of waterfront on northern Lake George shoreline including an additional 431 wooded acres which can be enhanced by adding an second residence or guest house. The open floor planned house, with custom stone fireplace accommodates a cozy small group, or expands to hold larger groups of friends/family. There is a den & Full bath on the main level with a large screened porch overlooking the lake. Multiple decks and terraces afford spots for relaxation offering great lake views. On the second floor there are three large bedrooms and 3 full baths, 2 are en-suite. On the lowest level with walkout French doors to the lakeside docks there are several very large multipurpose rooms with an existing bath, which may be repurposed into sleeping or recreation areas. On
the water is a large single slip boathouse with a huge 32 x 40 top deck & additional docks. Property is beautifully landscaped, with several terraced areas, with easy access to the lake, and a firepit overlooking the lake. There is an oversized two car garage as well as multiple parking spots and a circular driveway.
  1. Listed by Harlan J Hudson • Real Estate Innovations
    P: (518)-265-3212 C: (518)-265-3212 hjhudson@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Jane Carter • Real Estate Innovations
    P: (518)-744-9004 C: (518)-744-9004 janecarter914@gmail.com

Property Details for 538 Gull Bay Road

Waterfront Features
Stairway, Beach Front, Lake Front
View
Lake
Architectural Style
Traditional
Body of Water Name
Lake George
Zoning
Single Residence
Waterfront
Yes
Parking Total
6.00
LISTING UPDATED: 10/01/2025 09:20 AM

Property Details for 538 Gull Bay Road

StatusActive
MLS #202525785
Days on Market117
Taxes$22,992 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2005
Lot Size1.18 AC / 51,400 SF
CountyWashington County

Location

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Building Information for 538 Gull Bay Road

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size1.18 AC / 51,400 SF

Payment Calculator

$37,495 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$35,579

Property Taxes

$1,916

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 538 Gull Bay Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal City: Putnam Station
  • Directions: State Route 22 to County Route 2,; Gull Bay Road and drive a few miles and after the county beach, bear/continue left on Gull Bay Road. Home is on the right about 8 houses to the south on Gull Bay Road. Garage is on road as well as large parking area. House is on circular driveway, and parking area is in driveway as well
  • City: Putnam
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Postal Code: 12861
  • County Or Parish: Washington
  • Latitude: 43.73
  • Longitude: -73.46
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 19
  • Tax Block: 1
  • Parcel Number: 14.8-1-19
  • Tax Tract: 14.8
  • Tax Annual Amount: $22,992.00
Parking
  • GarageSpaces: 6.00
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Paved, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage
School Information
  • School District: Putnam
  • High School: Putnam Central
  • Elementary School: Putnam Central
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Private, Road Frontage, Sloped, Views, Wooded, Bluff, Landscaped, Waterfront
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 432.18
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2828.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1588.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.18
  • Lot Size Area: 1.18
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 51400.8
Building Information
  • Living Area: 2828.0
Utilities
  • Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Underground Utilities
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Security Features: Security Service, 24 Hour Security, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm
  • Window Features: Triple Pane Windows, Screens, Shutters, Skylight(s), Blinds, Curtain Rods, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Patio And Porch Features: Waterfront Deck, Rear Porch, Screened, Composite Deck, Front Porch, Porch
  • Other Structures: Pool House, Garage(s)
  • Exterior Features: Drive-Paved, Garden, Gas Grill, Dock
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level
  • Senior Community: Yes
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Grinder Pump, High Speed Internet, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceramic Tile Bath, Crown Molding, DSL Internet, Kitchen Island
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Propane Tank Owned
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Generator
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Heated, Walk-Out Access
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Drywall, Stone
  • Cooling: AC Pump, Attic Fan, Central Air
  • Door Features: Atrium Door, French Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Attic Features : Dormer: Yes
  • Attic Features : Storage: Yes
  • Dining Room Type : Combined DRLR: Yes
  • Dining Room Type : In Kitchen: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 17
  • Room Type: Foyer, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Den, Full Bathroom, Half Bathroom, Bedroom, Great Room, Family Room, Other
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.00
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 5.00
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 5
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features : Built-in Features: Yes
  • Kitchen Features : Country Kitchen: Yes
  • Kitchen Features : Gourmet Kitchen: Yes
  • Kitchen Features : Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Features : Modern Kitchen: Yes
Room 1
  • RoomType: Foyer
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 2
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 3
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 4
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 5
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 6
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 7
  • RoomType: Primary Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 8
  • RoomType: Den
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 9
  • RoomType: Full Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 10
  • RoomType: Full Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 11
  • RoomType: Full Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 12
  • RoomType: Half Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 13
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 14
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 15
  • RoomType: Great Room
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 16
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 17
  • RoomType: Other
  • RoomLevel: Basement
  • RoomDescription: large mechanical room
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Detail : Kitchen: True
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 538 Gull Bay Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 13, 2025

Price Change

GLOBAL MLS #202525785

$7,300,000—
Sep 13, 2025

Price Change

GLOBAL MLS #202525785

$7,200,000—
Sep 13, 2025

Price Change

GLOBAL MLS #202525785

$730,000—
Sep 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #202525785

$73,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/13/2025

Price Change

GLOBAL MLS #202525785

$7,300,000
09/13/2025

Price Change

GLOBAL MLS #202525785

$7,200,000
09/13/2025

Price Change

GLOBAL MLS #202525785

$730,000
09/13/2025

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #202525785

$73,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 538 Gull Bay Road

Taxable ValueLand$479,161Additions$516,699Total$995,860
Tax Record2024$17,748 ($1,479 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,278 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,978 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt300 SqFtStories2Lot Size51,401 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005ZoningAPACountyWASHINGTONAPN534600 14.8-1-19Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 538 Gull Bay Road

This home is within Putnam Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Putnam Central School
PublicPK to 6

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538 Gull Bay Road is a single family home for sale in Putnam, NY 12861. This property was listed for sale on September 13, 2025 by Real Estate Innovations, it's currently listed at $7,300,000. This listing's school district is Putnam Central School District. Nearby schools include Putnam Central School. 538 Gull Bay Road is a 3-bed, 5-bath, 2,828 sqft single family home built in 2005.

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