Stunning countryside home with manicured landscaping, salt water pool, and distant views overlooking a gorgeous spring fed pond. This impeccably maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath home features a spacious, gourmet kitchen w/ granite counters, cherry cupboards, and radiant tile floors opening seamlessly into the large family room w/ custom stone fireplace. Step outside the sliding glass doors to the stamped concrete patio that winds among the flowers and connects to the pool area. Formal dining room, cozy den w/ pellet stove, screened-in porch and an office round out the main level. Wind up the curved staircase to find large primary suite with cathedral ceilings, generous closets, and en-suite bath. The bay windows offer tons of natural light, the perfect place for sunset views. Three additional bedrooms and full bath upstairs for ample room. Don't miss the out building w/ electric and pool house, close to Dryden Lake, Dryden Village, and short drive to Cornell Campus. Open House Sun. 12-2
Listing by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Heritage Realty, (607) 428-0708
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Sale history for 494 Lake Rd
Date
Event
Price
IBRMLS #406881
Aug 30, 2022
Sold
$457,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 10, 2022
Listed
$417,000
$168/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB406881
Aug 30, 2022
Sold
$457,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 10, 2022
Listed
$417,000
$168/sq ft
Stunning countryside home with manicured landscaping, salt water pool, and distant views overlooking a gorgeous spring fed pond. This impeccably maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath home features a spacious, gourmet kitchen w/ granite counters, cherry cupboards, and radiant tile floors opening seamlessly into the large family room w/ custom stone fireplace. Step outside the sliding glass doors to the stamped concrete patio that winds among the flowers and connects to the pool area. Formal dining room, cozy den w/ pellet stove, screened-in porch and an office round out the main level. Wind up the curved staircase to find large primary suite with cathedral ceilings, generous closets, and en-suite bath. The bay windows offer tons of natural light, the perfect place for sunset views. Three additional bedrooms and full bath upstairs for ample room. Don't miss the out building w/ electric and pool house, close to Dryden Lake, Dryden Village, and short drive to Cornell Campus. Open House Sun. 12-2
CNYIS #S1222154
Mar 2, 2020
Sold
$350,000
$141/sq ft
Aug 31, 2019
Listed
$355,500
$143/sq ft
IBRMLS #400401
Mar 2, 2020
Sold
$350,000
$141/sq ft
Aug 21, 2019
Listed
$355,500
$143/sq ft
+30
Impeccably updated w/ breathtaking countryside views, saltwater pool, trout stocked spring-fed pond & extensive gardens w/ ease of maintenance in mind. Completely refinished kitchen w/ radiant floor heat. Open living rm w/ stone wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors & slider to back patio. Formal DR w/ 3-season sunroom. Office w/ pocket doors. Cozy family rm w/ pellet stove. Master Suite; new flooring, bay window, cathedral ceiling & en-suite. Outbuildings w/ electric. New roof, newer hot water heater, painted in & out, refin ML floors & more!
IBRMLS #IB400401
Mar 2, 2020
Sold
$350,000
$141/sq ft
Aug 21, 2019
Listed
$355,500
$143/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB130987
Mar 6, 2010
Listed
$200,000
$81/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 3, 2001
Sold
$178,500
$72/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,840
$42,100 + $422,900
$465,000
2025
$12,840 (+0.9%)
$42,100 + $422,900
$465,000
2024
$12,730 (−9.2%)
$42,100 + $422,900
$465,000
2023
$14,027 (+14.0%)
$42,100 + $412,900
$455,000
2022
$12,305 (+8.6%)
$42,100 + $342,900
$385,000
2021
$11,331 (+3.7%)
$42,100 + $307,900
$350,000
2020
$10,929 (+53.3%)
$42,100 + $307,900
$350,000
2019
$7,127 (+7.6%)
$28,000 + $207,000
$235,000
2018
$6,626 (+1.1%)
$28,000 + $207,000
$235,000
2017
$6,556 (−0.2%)
$28,000 + $192,000
$220,000
2016
$6,567 (+10.3%)
$27,300 + $192,700
$220,000
2015
$5,955 (+43.6%)
$27,300 + $192,700
$220,000
2014
$4,146
$27,300 + $172,700
$200,000
Tax history for 494 Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,840
$42,100 + $422,900
$465,000
2025
$12,840 (+0.9%)
$42,100 + $422,900
$465,000
2024
$12,730 (−9.2%)
$42,100 + $422,900
$465,000
2023
$14,027 (+14.0%)
$42,100 + $412,900
$455,000
2022
$12,305 (+8.6%)
$42,100 + $342,900
$385,000
2021
$11,331 (+3.7%)
$42,100 + $307,900
$350,000
2020
$10,929 (+53.3%)
$42,100 + $307,900
$350,000
2019
$7,127 (+7.6%)
$28,000 + $207,000
$235,000
2018
$6,626 (+1.1%)
$28,000 + $207,000
$235,000
2017
$6,556 (−0.2%)
$28,000 + $192,000
$220,000
2016
$6,567 (+10.3%)
$27,300 + $192,700
$220,000
2015
$5,955 (+43.6%)
$27,300 + $192,700
$220,000
2014
$4,146
$27,300 + $172,700
$200,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.52 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,978
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502489A04900000010320240000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
CV
Conservation District
The purpose of the Conservation (CV) District is to protect areas of the Town that contain a variety of ecological and open space assets that warrant protection from the impacts of development. Residential uses and agriculture will remain the primary land use activities.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 2.52
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Dryden
High School District: Dryden
Location Information
Directions: 13 North, make a right on South Street, make right on Lake Street, make slight right on Lake Road, house will be on the right, just before the bend in the road.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,978
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 502489A04900000010320240000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Dryden Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
4/10
Dryden Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
5/10
Dryden High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
6/10
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Climate risks
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$479,000 – $580,000
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