Enjoy the woods and waters of the Adirondacks from this newer home in South Shore Acres, one of Old Forge’s most desirable locations. Set on a dead-end, town-maintained road just three miles from the village, this First Lake property features a private dock and modern comforts for year-round living. Gather around the living room fireplace, relax in the family room’s hot tub, or share meals in the eat-in kitchen. A versatile bonus room provides space for hobbies and recreation, while the fully finished lower level includes a bedroom, TV area, workout room, and office. Four additional bedrooms upstairs, three full bathrooms, and laundry on both the main and upper floors offer plenty of room and convenience for family and guests. An attached two-car garage makes coming home easy. Make this your base camp for boating, skiing, snowmobiling, skating, golf, hiking, and climbing, with village dining, shopping, a movie theater, churches, and community activities nearby. At home, enjoy peaceful surroundings and deer wandering through the woods. Discover this inviting, well-priced Adirondack retreat.
Located on the sought-after ''Golden Mile'' just minutes from the hamlet of Old Forge, this spacious year-round waterfront home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and Adirondack charm on First Lake. Situated on South Shore Acres Road, a quiet, town-maintained dead-end road, the property enjoys a peaceful setting with protected wooded views across the road that help preserve the natural surroundings. Designed for gathering and entertaining, the home features 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths, along with multiple inviting spaces to relax and unwind. Enjoy the expansive enclosed porch complete with a hot tub, an eat-in kitchen, recreation room, inviting living room, and a finished lower level offering additional space for movie nights, a home office, and exercise area. Step outside to your dock on First Lake and enjoy easy access to boating, kayaking, fishing, and exploring the Fulton Chain of Lakes. Whether heading out for a sunset cruise or spending the day on the water, this property offers an ideal setting for Adirondack waterfront living. Just a short drive away, Old Forge is known as the ''Adirondack Base Camp'' and offers year-round recreation, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy nearby hiking and snowmobile trails, golf courses, ski opportunities, waterfront restaurants, and local attractions including Enchanted Forest Water Safari and the historic Fulton Chain of Lakes. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or an Adirondack getaway, this property offers the opportunity to experience all four seasons in one of the region's most desirable waterfront locations.
Public Records
Sep 20, 2021
Sold
$835,000
$226/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 30, 2017
Sold
$569,999
$155/sq ft
ACVMLS #161082
Oct 27, 2017
Sold
$570,000
$155/sq ft
Oct 4, 2017
Listed
$664,000
$180/sq ft
Spacious home set on First Lake with over 300+ ft. of waterfront.
Public Records
Oct 26, 2006
Sold
$248,000
$67/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2004
Sold
$75,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,965
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2025
$8,965 (+1.0%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2024
$8,876 (+7.8%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2023
$8,233 (+5.1%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2022
$7,834 (−0.6%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2021
$7,883 (−1.1%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2020
$7,973 (+1.3%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2019
$7,869 (−0.6%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2018
$7,914 (+1.5%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2017
$7,794 (+0.9%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2016
$7,724 (−20.0%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2015
$9,658 (+1.2%)
$199,600 + $489,500
$689,100
2014
$9,542
$381,700 + $489,500
$871,200
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.2 Acres
Year renovated
2009
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,679
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
5,679
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Herkimer County
APN
215400A04205400010062000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 87° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Old Forge, NY • 13420
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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53
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54
70
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57
38
41
29
29
13
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Old Forge. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 177 South Shore Acres
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $450,000 and $1,865,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $450K to $1.9M.