48 Old Lake Colby Road, Saranac Lake, NY 12983 (MLS# 206751)

Description

Nestled amidst the serene backdrop of the Adirondacks, 48 Old Lake Colby Road is a charming old-style home that promises a harmonious blend of privacy and accessibility. As you approach this enchanting residence, the whisper of the surrounding forest and the soft chirping of birds welcome you to a life of tranquil living. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting interior, where four spacious bedrooms and four well-appointed bathrooms offer ample space for family and guests alike. The home's rich wooden floors and large windows bathe each room in natural light, creating an atmosphere of cozy comfort. The heart of the home, a generous kitchen, has modern appliances and plenty of counter space. The aroma of home-cooked meals and laughter can easily fill the air, making it the perfect gathering spot. Upstairs, an additional kitchen presents a unique opportunity for those seeking an in-law suite or a potential rental unit, adding versatility and value to this already captivating home. Outside, the property boasts a secluded ambiance, yet it is mere moments from the vibrant Lake Placid shopping area, offering the best of both worlds. The enchanting Lake Colby is a stone's throw away, inviting you to partake in peaceful morning kayaking or reflective evening strolls along its shores. For the adventurous at heart, nearby hiking trails and the rail trail await to satisfy your thirst for outdoor exploration. Adding to the allure, a tenant-occupied back cabin provides a steady rental income. This feature ensures that your investment is as practical as it is picturesque. 48 Old Lake Colby Road isn't just a home; it's a sanctuary where nature's beauty is your daily backdrop, and life's simple pleasures are found in every corner. Welcome to your personal retreat, where each day feels like a timeless escape.

Contract Information

Short Term Rental Options: Property is not available to host any STR Current Price: $389,000 Original List Price: 401000 List Price: $389,000 Status: Active Listing Contract Date: 2026-03-20 Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell Occupant Type: Owner

Location, Tax, and Legal

Tax Annual Amount: 2505 Tax Assessed Value: 423500 Land Tax Annual Amount: 1472 Deed Date: 1989-01-23

General Property Information

Seasonal Property YN: No Main Level Bedrooms: 1 Main Level Bathrooms: 2 Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0 Lease Term: None Stories Total: 2 Fireplace YN: Yes Bedrooms Total: 4 Bathrooms Total: 3 Bathrooms Full: 2 Bathrooms Half: 1 Above Grade Finished Area: 2510 Building Area Total: 2510 Living Area: 2510 Year Built: 1930 Lot Size Acres: 0.78

Status Change Information

Status Change Timestamp: 2026-03-21 Major Change Timestamp: 2026-05-28T05:10:02Z Major Change Type: Price Reduced Price Change Timestamp: 2026-05-28T05:10:02Z

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Electric Oven: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer/Dryer: 1

Architectural Style

Old Style: 1

Basement

Concrete: 1 Sump Pump: 1

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): 1

Deed Details

Instrument: 000337 Page: 1048 Volume: 539

Electric

200+ Amp Service: 1

Exemptions

Enhanced STAR: 1 Veterans: 1

Financial Details

School Taxes: 445.94 School Taxes Description: Actual Village Taxes: 2562.47 Village Taxes Description: Actual

Flooring

Carpet: 1 Hardwood: 1

Heating

Tank Location: Above Ground Oil: 1 Propane: 1

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s): 1 Entrance Foyer: 1 In-Law Floorplan: 1 Primary Downstairs: 1

Laundry Features

Electric Dryer Hookup: 1 Laundry Room: 1 Main Level: 1 Washer Hookup: 1

Levels

Two: 1

Lot Features

Gentle Sloping: 1 Many Trees: 1 Private: 1 Sloped Up: 1

Other Structures

Guest House: 1

Parking Features

Driveway: 1 Off Street: 1

Patio And Porch Features

Front Porch: 1

Road Frontage Type

Public: 1

Road Surface Type

Paved: 1

Roof

Shingle: 1

Security Features

Smoke Detector(s): 1

Sewer

Public Sewer: 1

Special Listing Conditions

Standard: 1

Structure Type

House: 1 Multi Family: 1

Utilities

Cable Connected: 1 Electricity Connected: 1 Internet Connected: 1 Phone Connected: 1 Sewer Connected: 1 Water Connected: 1 Propane: 1

Water Source

Public: 1

Showing Requirements

24 Hour Notice: 1 No Lockbox: 1 No Sign: 1 Occupied: 1

Room Types

Dining Room: 1 Dining Room Level: First Kitchen: 1 Kitchen Level: First Laundry: 1 Laundry Level: First Living Room: 1 Living Room Level: First Primary Bathroom: 1 Primary Bathroom Level: First Primary Bedroom: 1 Primary Bedroom Level: First

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 48 Street Name: Old Lake Colby Street Suffix: Road County: Franklin State: NY Postal Code: 12983 MLS Area Major: Saranac Lake, Raybrook Township: Saranac Lake School District: Saranac Lake Parcel Number: 446.52-1-6 Directions: I-87, Exit 34. Turn west onto Route 9N. Continue to AuSable Forks. At the four way stop, turn left. Continue into Jay. Turn right onto Route 86. Continue to Saranac Lake. Turn right (traffic light) onto Main St. Continue straight onto Broadway. Turn slight right onto Old Lake Colby Rd. Property will be on the right.

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: 1

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Oven; Refrigerator; Washer/Dryer Architectural Style: Old Style Basement: Concrete; Sump Pump Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s) Electric: 200+ Amp Service Exemptions: Enhanced STAR; Veterans Flooring: Carpet; Hardwood Heating: Oil; Propane Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; In-Law Floorplan; Primary Downstairs Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Main Level; Washer Hookup Levels: Two Lot Features: Gentle Sloping; Many Trees; Private; Sloped Up Other Structures: Guest House Parking Features: Driveway; Off Street Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch Road Frontage Type: Public Road Surface Type: Paved Roof: Shingle Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: Standard Structure Type: House; Multi Family Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Internet Connected; Phone Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Propane Water Source: Public Showing Requirements: 24 Hour Notice; No Lockbox; No Sign; Occupied Room Types: Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom

Room Information

Dining Room Level: First Length: 136.00 Length: 136.00 Width: 112.00 Width: 112.00 Dimensions: 136 x 112 Kitchen Level: First Length: 1010.00 Length: 1010.00 Width: 710.00 Width: 710.00 Dimensions: 1,010 x 710 Laundry Level: First Length: 67.00 Length: 67.00 Width: 83.00 Width: 83.00 Dimensions: 67 x 83 Primary Bedroom Level: First Length: 144.00 Length: 144.00 Width: 89.00 Width: 89.00 Dimensions: 144 x 89 Primary Bathroom Level: First Length: 121.00 Length: 121.00 Width: 59.00 Width: 59.00 Dimensions: 121 x 59 Living Room Level: First Length: 250.00 Length: 250.00 Width: 100.00 Width: 100.00 Dimensions: 250 x 100