Last Sold Price
3 beds2,316 sqft$524/sqft
972 Friends Lake Rd, Chester, NY 12817

Description

Discover this stunning Friends Lake retreat featuring its own private 100-foot shoreline. Just 20-minutes to Gore Mtn, this beautiful open-concept chalet boasts soaring vaulted ceilings and a sunken LR with a custom stone fireplace. Enjoy outdoor living on the wrap-around IPE deck, with the ideal spot for a hot tub to unwind after a day on the slopes. Inside, you'll find hardwood and tile floors, along with propane forced hot air, stove, and HW. The home provides plenty of space for family and guests,...Discover this stunning Friends Lake retreat featuring its own private 100-foot shoreline. Just 20-minutes to Gore Mtn, this beautiful open-concept chalet boasts soaring vaulted ceilings and a sunken LR with a custom stone fireplace. Enjoy outdoor living on the wrap-around IPE deck, with the ideal spot for a hot tub to unwind after a day on the slopes. Inside, you'll find hardwood and tile floors, along with propane forced hot air, stove, and HW. The home provides plenty of space for family and guests, including a game room in the loft. A true Adirondack gem—walk across the street to the Friends Lake Inn for a meal or cocktail, then stroll down to your private lakefront paradise. Dock, boat launch, deck and a shed for toys. Your chance to start living your best life in the ADKs
LISTING CLOSED: 10/20/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Mark Pawlows • Bonafide Realty Group
    P: (518) 495-0047 C: (518) 495-0047 mpawlows@freedomonefunding.com

Property Details for 972 Friends Lake Road

Status
MLS #
202523571
Days on Market
5
Taxes
$7,791 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1986
Lot Size
2.15 AC / 93,654 SF
Waterfront Features
Beach Front, Lake Front
View
Mountain(s), Lake
Architectural Style
Chalet, Custom
Body of Water Name
Friends Lake
Zoning
Single Residence
Waterfront
Yes
Parking Total
6.00

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$585,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

99.8%

Chester, NY

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Location

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Sold By NON MLS OFFICE

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Building Information for 972 Friends Lake Road

Stories-Year Built1986Building Size-Lot Size2.15 AC / 93,654 SF

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$6,815 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,166

Property Taxes

$649

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 972 Friends Lake Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal City: Chestertown
  • Directions: Route 8 to Friends Lake Road. Located across the street from Friends Lake Inn. Private lake front parcel a short walk down Murphy Road.
  • City: Chester
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Postal Code: 12817
  • County Or Parish: Warren
  • Latitude: 43.64
  • Longitude: -73.85
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 2
  • Tax Block: 6
  • Parcel Number: 522400 120.6-1-2
  • Tax Tract: 120
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,791.39
Parking
  • GarageSpaces: .00
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway
School Information
  • School District: North Warren
  • High School: North Warren Central
  • Elementary School: North Warren Central
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Road Frontage, Views, Cleared, Landscaped
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 2 Parcels 1.65 acres house & .50 acres lake front
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2316.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 600.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.15
  • Lot Size Area: 2.15
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 93654.0
Building Information
  • Living Area: 2316.0
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Underground Utilities
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Waterfront Deck, Wrap Around, Deck
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Dock
  • Fencing: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Ceramic Tile Bath, Dry Bar
  • Heating: Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Propane, Wood Stove
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Heated, Walk-Out Access
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Drywall
  • Cooling: None
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Entry Location: First
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove, Family Room, Insert, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Dining Room Type : Dining Area: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Room Type: Entry, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Loft, Living Room, Game Room, Utility Room
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.00
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features : Gourmet Kitchen: Yes
Room 1
  • RoomType: Entry
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 2
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 3
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 4
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 5
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 6
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 7
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 8
  • RoomType: Loft
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 9
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 10
  • RoomType: Game Room
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 11
  • RoomType: Utility Room
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Detail : Kitchen: True
Rental
Rental Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 972 Friends Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 20, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918160691

$1,213,000
Oct 20, 2025

Sold

GLOBAL MLS #202523571

$1,213,000
Aug 15, 2025

Pending

GLOBAL MLS #202523571

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/20/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918160691

$1,213,000
10/20/2025

Sold

GLOBAL MLS #202523571

$1,213,000
08/15/2025

Pending

GLOBAL MLS #202523571

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

Public Records for 972 Friends Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$88,000Additions$422,000Total$510,000
Tax Record2025$5,353 ($446 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,207 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,207 SqFtStories2Lot Size71,874 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986Year Renovated1990ZoningADPAACountyWARRENAPN522400 120.6-1-2

Schools near 972 Friends Lake Road

This home is within North Warren Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
North Warren Central School
PublicPK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 972 Friends Lake Road, Chester, NY 12817
$1,213,000
3
2,316
93,654
$350,000
3
2,100
47,916
$450,000
4
1,720
93,654
$3,732,071
12,960
236,095
$300,000
4
2,208
81,457
3
1,749
476,982

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