Hibiscus Harbor is a truly great place to live! This unique waterfront community is anything but average, to know it, is to love it!! Just a few doors from the end of the road you'll find this stately & versatile contemporary home. Tucked behind a massive green wall, on 140' of manicured prime level Cayuga Lake sunset frontage; it simply doesn't get any better! The open concept interior features a wall of glass which brings the lake into the home, the design suits many buyer types; great for entertaining friends/family, yet also a serene/private waterfront retreat. The 1st floor master BR suite has a fireplace, Jacuzzi & walk-in closets; also find a vaulted tongue and groove family room, a lg. lakeside deck, and a spa/yoga room overlooking the lake. Call today for your private tour!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$337Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listing by Simon Fricano• Lake Country Real Estate
•315-258-9147 (broker)
•midgefricano@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with Michael Slusser• Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
Hibiscus Harbor is a truly great place to live! This unique waterfront community is anything but average, to know it, is to love it!! Just a few doors from the end of the road you'll find this stately & versatile contemporary home. Tucked behind a massive green wall, on 140' of manicured prime level Cayuga Lake sunset frontage; it simply doesn't get any better! The open concept interior features a wall of glass which brings the lake into the home, the design suits many buyer types; great for entertaining friends/family, yet also a serene/private waterfront retreat. 1st floor master suite
CNYIS #S1055404
Aug 1, 2017
Sold
$535,000
$199/sq ft
Jul 28, 2017
Pending
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Jul 28, 2017
Contingent
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Jun 19, 2017
Listed
$585,000
$218/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB302191
Aug 27, 2015
Sold
$479,000
$178/sq ft
May 24, 2015
Listed
$495,000
$184/sq ft
CNYIS #S332775
Aug 27, 2015
Sold
$479,000
$178/sq ft
Jul 23, 2015
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2015
Contingent
—
Jun 17, 2015
Price Changed
$495,000
$184/sq ft
May 20, 2015
Listed
$519,000
$193/sq ft
Exclusive Hibiscus Harbor location. Natural privacy surrounds this elegant contemporary on a manicured lot with 140'of absolute prime and level Cayuga lake frontage. The sprawling and versatile layout provides quiet space for relaxation as well as excellent entertainment amenities to enjoy with family and friends. The greatroom w/ wall of sliding windows overlooks the deck and amazing sunsets, 1st floor master suite w/ fireplace & Jacuzzi, walk-in closets, vaulted tongue & groove family room/ office, a spa/yoga room, 2nd story lakeside balcony bedroom. Outside shower in garage, boat ramp, dock and hoist.
Public Records
Sep 28, 1999
Sold
$271,000
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,284
$324,900 + $327,500
$652,400
2025
$11,284 (+0.3%)
$324,900 + $327,500
$652,400
2024
$11,245 (−3.0%)
$324,900 + $327,500
$652,400
2023
$11,589 (−3.7%)
$253,500 + $353,700
$607,200
2022
$12,038 (−5.8%)
$253,500 + $308,200
$561,700
2021
$12,785 (+0.9%)
$253,500 + $308,200
$561,700
2020
$12,671 (+8.1%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2019
$11,722 (+3.2%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2018
$11,363 (+1.7%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2017
$11,176 (+1.3%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2016
$11,038 (+5.1%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2015
$10,498 (+1.9%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2014
$10,306
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
Tax history for 318 Backus Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,284
$324,900 + $327,500
$652,400
2025
$11,284 (+0.3%)
$324,900 + $327,500
$652,400
2024
$11,245 (−3.0%)
$324,900 + $327,500
$652,400
2023
$11,589 (−3.7%)
$253,500 + $353,700
$607,200
2022
$12,038 (−5.8%)
$253,500 + $308,200
$561,700
2021
$12,785 (+0.9%)
$253,500 + $308,200
$561,700
2020
$12,671 (+8.1%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2019
$11,722 (+3.2%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2018
$11,363 (+1.7%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2017
$11,176 (+1.3%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2016
$11,038 (+5.1%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2015
$10,498 (+1.9%)
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
2014
$10,306
$160,000 + $214,100
$374,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
64 ft.
Lot depth
253 ft.
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
2,687
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cayuga County
APN
055489A13302000010120000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1.5
Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Room Types: Laundry, Office, Sunroom, Bonus Room, Family Room, Florida Room, Studio
Basement Information: Crawl Space, Sump Pump
Laundry Information
Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Equipment
Appliances: Built-In Range, Built-In Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Interior Features
Window Features: Thermal Windows
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Varies
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Home Office, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Sliding Glass Door(s), Solid Surface Counters, Natural Woodwork, Convertible Bedroom, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
Exterior
Building Information
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Existing
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Awning(s), Balcony, Concrete Driveway, Deck, Dock, See Remarks
Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Deck
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.3709
Lot Size Acres: 0.3709
Lot Size Dimensions: 64X252
Lot Features: Residential Lot, Views
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Cayuga Lake
Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Lake, Water Access
Frontage Length: 140
Frontage Length Remarks: 140
Property Information
Has View
Foundation Details: Block
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $374,100
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $11,037
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Connected
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Attic Fan, Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Forced Air
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,687
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Cayuga County
APN: 055489A13302000010120000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
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Schools
Andrew J Smith Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
Union Springs Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Union Springs Middle School High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$860,000 – $1.04M
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