Easy, one floor living in this well maintained ranch home. Large, level grassy 1.5 acre lot features a fenced in area perfect for keeping dogs safe. Across the street is Virgil creek, NOT in a flood zone! Paved driveway leads to an attached 2 car garage then just 2 steps into this sweet house. Nice sized eat in kitchen with great storage. Nice flow from kitchen into dining area and living room. Hardwood floors under the wall to wall carpet in living room and bedrooms. The woodstove in the living room keeps cold days cozy and utility costs low. Deck off the living room to enjoy view of the gorgeous backyard! Full basement with a large work bench. Munchin boiler is about 15 years, mini split provides air conditioning. Hot water heater is 5 years old. Roof was replaced with 50 year shingles about 5 years ago and has a transferrable warranty. Solid home in a great location. Offers considered on 10/14.
Easy, one floor living in this well maintained ranch home. Large, level grassy 1.5 acre lot features a fenced in area perfect for keeping dogs safe. Across the street is Virgil creek, NOT in a flood zone! Paved driveway leads to an attached 2 car garage then just 2 steps into this sweet house. Nice sized eat in kitchen with great storage. Nice flow from kitchen into dining area and living room. Hardwood floors under the wall to wall carpet in living room and bedrooms. The woodstove in the living room keeps cold days cozy and utility costs low. Deck off the living room to enjoy view of the gorgeous backyard! Full basement with a large work bench. Munchin boiler is about 15 years, mini split provides air conditioning. Hot water heater is 5 years old. Roof was replaced with 50 year shingles about 5 years ago and has a transferrable warranty. Solid home in a great location. Offers considered on 10/14.
Public Records
Dec 1, 1994
Sold
$81,000
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,491
$26,000 + $244,000
$270,000
2025
$7,491 (+15.7%)
$26,000 + $244,000
$270,000
2024
$6,474 (+1.7%)
$26,000 + $209,000
$235,000
2023
$6,364 (+1.5%)
$26,000 + $179,000
$205,000
2022
$6,272 (+20.1%)
$26,000 + $169,000
$195,000
2021
$5,221 (−2.0%)
$26,000 + $134,000
$160,000
2020
$5,330
$26,000 + $134,000
$160,000
2019
$5,325 (+12.3%)
$26,000 + $134,000
$160,000
2018
$4,742 (+1.1%)
$26,000 + $134,000
$160,000
2017
$4,688
$26,000 + $116,000
$142,000
2016
$4,692 (+9.1%)
$25,800 + $116,200
$142,000
2015
$4,301 (+58.6%)
$25,800 + $116,200
$142,000
2014
$2,711
$25,800 + $103,200
$129,000
Tax history for 86 Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,491
$26,000 + $244,000
$270,000
2025
$7,491 (+15.7%)
$26,000 + $244,000
$270,000
2024
$6,474 (+1.7%)
$26,000 + $209,000
$235,000
2023
$6,364 (+1.5%)
$26,000 + $179,000
$205,000
2022
$6,272 (+20.1%)
$26,000 + $169,000
$195,000
2021
$5,221 (−2.0%)
$26,000 + $134,000
$160,000
2020
$5,330
$26,000 + $134,000
$160,000
2019
$5,325 (+12.3%)
$26,000 + $134,000
$160,000
2018
$4,742 (+1.1%)
$26,000 + $134,000
$160,000
2017
$4,688
$26,000 + $116,000
$142,000
2016
$4,692 (+9.1%)
$25,800 + $116,200
$142,000
2015
$4,301 (+58.6%)
$25,800 + $116,200
$142,000
2014
$2,711
$25,800 + $103,200
$129,000
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,180
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502489A04800000010390000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
NR
Neighborhood Residential District
The purpose of the Neighborhood Residential (NR) District is to define areas of the Town where established neighborhoods are situated in a rural landscape and constitute the primary land use. Single-family homes are the predominant form of development, and future development is unlikely. Home occupations are the primary commercial activity in this district. Agriculture is an allowed use in this district.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved, Garage Door Opener, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Wood
Interior Features
Window Features: Window Coverings
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Electric Cooktop, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Fenced, Chain Link
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.66
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Dryden
High School District: Dryden
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,180
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 502489A04800000010390000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
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Schools
Dryden Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
Dryden Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
Dryden High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
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
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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Estimated sale price
$255,000 – $309,000
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