3 W Lake St

Skaneateles, NY 13152

$4,695,000
Price
4
Beds
6,201 Sq. Ft.
$757 / Sq. Ft.
6,201
Sq. Ft.
$757
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to craft your perfect lakefront retreat on the highly sought-after W Lake St! This stunning, one-of-a-kind property spans four levels, including a walkout basement, and boasts nearly 100 feet of pristine water frontage with breathtaking, unobstructed lake views. With 4 spacious bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, this home is ready for your personal touch. Customize every detail—from selecting your tiles, cabinetry, and countertops to choosing your lighting fixtures...Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to craft your perfect lakefront retreat on the highly sought-after W Lake St! This stunning, one-of-a-kind property spans four levels, including a walkout basement, and boasts nearly 100 feet of pristine water frontage with breathtaking, unobstructed lake views. With 4 spacious bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, this home is ready for your personal touch. Customize every detail—from selecting your tiles, cabinetry, and countertops to choosing your lighting fixtures and appliances. Gorgeous wide-plank wood flooring has already been purchased for the entire home (the top floor is complete), and radiant heat flows throughout for year-round comfort. Enjoy cozy evenings by the fireplace, relax in the sauna, or step through the sleek Marvin bifold doors leading from the garage and basement to your private outdoor paradise. The home has been fully updated with all-new exterior shingles, roof, exterior railing, balcony decking, Unico AC units, Marvin windows, and exterior doors. Landscaping plans are complete and available, with endless possibilities to enhance the outdoor space—imagine an outdoor pavilion, grilling area, Bocce ball court, or even your own private dock. Just a short stroll to the village's charming restaurants, shops, and more, this home offers the perfect blend of serenity and convenience. Whether you’re seeking a summer getaway or your forever home, this property in the award-winning Skaneateles School District is an extraordinary place to create lasting memories.
  1. Listed by Gerald Morrissey • Finger Lakes Sothebys Intl.
    P: (315)-685-9755 C: (315)-685-9755 jerry.morrissey@fingerlakessir.com
  2. Listed by Marisa Montreal-Wright • Finger Lakes Sothebys Intl.
    P: (315)-685-9755 C: (315)-685-9755 Marisa.mwright@fingerlakessir.com

Property Details for 3 West Lake Street

Styles Of Residence
Other, See Remarks
Waterfront Description
Lake
On Waterfront
Yes
Parking Description
Attached, Garage, Circular Driveway
Nearest Cross Street
W Genesee St
LISTING UPDATED: 06/02/2025 10:10 AM

Property Details for 3 West Lake Street

StatusPending
MLS #S1609235
Days on Market2
Taxes$107,399 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1885
Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,166 SF
CountyOnondaga County

Location

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Building Information for 3 West Lake Street

Stories4Year Built1885Building Size-Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,166 SF

Payment Calculator

$33,549 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$24,599

Property Taxes

$8,950

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3 West Lake Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School Name: Waterman Elementary
  • Elementary School District: Skaneateles
  • High School Name: Skaneateles High
  • High School District: Skaneateles
  • Middle School Name: Skaneateles Middle
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Skaneateles
  • Village: Skaneateles-Village
  • Human YN: Yes
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces per Apt: 2.00
  • Garage YN: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Skaneateles-Village-315001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $107,399.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 6201.0
  • Land Features: Irregular Lot, Other, See Remarks
  • Num Of Acres: 0.44
  • Lot Size Area: 0.44
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 010.-02-53.0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Assessed Value: $2,600,000
  • Year Built: 1885
  • Year Built Description: Existing
Utilities
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer Description: Connected
  • Utilities Available: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Supply: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Blown In Insulation, Cedar, Wood Siding, Pex Plumbing
  • Exterior Features: Gravel Driveway
  • Foundation Description: Block
  • Waterfront Footage: 98
  • Roof Description: Asphalt, Metal
  • Waterfront Name: Skaneateles Lake
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Description: Full, Sump Pump
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • HVAC Type: Zoned
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Num Fireplaces Total Calculated: 2
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Floor Description: Hardwood, Other, See Remarks, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Radiant
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Den, Eat In Kitchen, Separate Formal Living Room, Guest Accommodations, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Sliding Glass Doors, Sauna, Bath In Primary Bedroom
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Upper Level
  • Sq Ft Total: 6201.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Num Bedrooms 1 St Floor: 0
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
  • Stories: 4
  • Stories Total: 4
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: Dollars Per Square Foot

Property History for 3 West Lake Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 25, 2025

Pending

WNYREIS #S1609235

May 23, 2025

Expired

WNYREIS #S1586666

May 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1609235

$4,695,000
Apr 3, 2025

Price Change

WNYREIS #S1586666

$4,950,000
Feb 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1586666

$5,950,000
Nov 3, 2017

Sold

WNYREIS #S1083994

$4,000,000
Nov 3, 2017

Pending

WNYREIS #S1083994

Nov 3, 2017

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1083994

$4,399,000
Dec 19, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1132459348

$1,500,000

-66.8% / yr

Dec 19, 2007

Sold

WNYREIS #S176374

$1,500,000
Nov 27, 2007

Pending

WNYREIS #S176374

Aug 14, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1132455833

$2,200,000
Jul 11, 2007

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S176374

$2,300,000
Apr 13, 2006

Sold

WNYREIS #S141135

$2,200,000
Apr 13, 2006

Pending

WNYREIS #S141135

Apr 11, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1131921200

$2,200,000

+114646.9% / yr

Nov 9, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1130821511

$115,000
Sep 28, 2005

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S141135

$2,875,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/25/2025

Pending

WNYREIS #S1609235

05/23/2025

Expired

WNYREIS #S1586666

05/23/2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1609235

$4,695,000
04/03/2025

Price Change

WNYREIS #S1586666

$4,950,000
02/14/2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1586666

$5,950,000
11/03/2017

Sold

WNYREIS #S1083994

$4,000,000
11/03/2017

Pending

WNYREIS #S1083994

11/03/2017

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1083994

$4,399,000
12/19/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1132459348

$1,500,000

-66.8% / yr

12/19/2007

Sold

WNYREIS #S176374

$1,500,000
11/27/2007

Pending

WNYREIS #S176374

08/14/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1132455833

$2,200,000
07/11/2007

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S176374

$2,300,000
04/13/2006

Sold

WNYREIS #S141135

$2,200,000
04/13/2006

Pending

WNYREIS #S141135

04/11/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1131921200

$2,200,000

+114646.9% / yr

11/09/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1130821511

$115,000
09/28/2005

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S141135

$2,875,000

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Public Records for 3 West Lake Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,000,000Additions$600,000Total$2,600,000
Tax Record2024$67,129 ($5,594 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,971 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,971 SqFtStories3Lot Size19,012 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1885Year Renovated2021ZoningA1CountyONONDAGAAPN315001 010.-02-53.0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3 West Lake Street

This home is within Skaneateles Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Waterman Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

State Street Intermediate School
Public3 to 5

Skaneateles Middle School
Public6 to 8

Skaneateles Senior High School
Public9 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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