Create a lifetime of memories at this special lakeside retreat on beautiful Lake Desolation. This rustic 2-bedroom cabin offers 61 feet of lake frontage with direct lake access and includes a large custom storage shed for all your outdoor gear and recreational toys. Whether you're looking for a charming, nearly off-the-grid getaway to disconnect and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, or you're searching for the perfect site to build a new lake home with waterfront access, this property offers outstanding potential. An excellent fixer-upper opportunity, this cabin is ideal for renovation with maximum return on your investment, so you can add value while creating the waterfront escape you've always wanted. Outdoor enthusiasts will love having ATV and snowmobile trails right at their doorstep, along with endless opportunities to swim, kayak, fish, boat, and ice fish on the lake throughout the year.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.53 acresLot Size
$145Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listing by Charles Goodridge• Julie & Co Realty LLC
•518-409-1218 (agent)
•cgoods@juliecorealty.com (agent)
Bought with Charles Goodridge• Julie & Co Realty LLC
Est. $1,542 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 749 Lake Desolation Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Global MLS #202623285
Oct 9, 2026
Sold
$90,000
$145/sq ft
Aug 25, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 5, 2026
Listed
$119,000
$192/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,152
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2025
$3,152 (+3.9%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2024
$3,034 (+2.0%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2023
$2,975 (+3.8%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2022
$2,867 (−1.4%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2021
$2,907 (+235.5%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2020
$866
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2019
$866 (−68.0%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2018
$2,706 (+3.3%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2017
$2,620 (−3.1%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2016
$2,704 (−17.0%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2015
$3,258 (+3.0%)
$21,700 + $96,400
$118,100
2014
$3,163
$2,000 + $27,900
$29,900
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
85 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
620
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Saratoga County
APN
414800A13500700020410000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 1
Bath Levels: Full Bath 1: 1st
Room 1 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: 3 Seasons Room
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space, Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces Total: 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 6
Flooring: Linoleum
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Porch
Roof: Metal
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar
Living Area: 620
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.53
Lot Size Square Feet: 23,086.8
Lot Size Dimensions: 85x85
Lot Features: Level
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Water Body Name: Lake Desolation
Main Road Frontage: 85
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,098.43
Tax Annual Amount: $3,098.43
Financial Details: School Taxes: $2,178.87
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove
Utility Information
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Other
Location
School Information
High School: Saratoga Springs
School District: Saratoga Springs
Location Information
Directions: Take Route 9N towards Lake Desolation. Take a left onto Middle Grove Road, Turn right onto Lake desolation Road. Property will be on your left. Cash offer only.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 620
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Saratoga County
APN: 414800A13500700020410000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Joseph Henry Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.5mi
5/10
Galway Junior Senior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 91° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
4% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Middle Grove, NY • 12850
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Middle Grove. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$106,000 – $129,000
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