COMP PURPOSES ONLY * * * Welcome home to this custom built, well maintained 4 Bedroom, 2.1 baths contemporary in River Woods. Cruise through the wonderful neighborhood, then turn onto the circular driveway of 83 Birch Drive. Lovely setting! When you walk in the front door the vaulted wood ceilings and wood floors will catch your eyes and you will begin to appreciate the layout and comfort of this home. The rooms flow into one another, great for watching the family, entertaining and just plain resting in peace and quiet. The Living Room has a gas fireplace (floor to ceiling), and the windows look out to the deck and private backyard. The Primary bedroom and bath boast a huge walk-in closet, shower and separate water closet. Access to a sunroom can be entered from primary bedroom or the kitchen. It has radiant floor heat and another beautiful view of the back woods which are county forest land. Such a nice environment to enjoy! The present owner said working in the kitchen makes meal prep and entertaining easy and fun with ample custom-made natural cherry cabinets and counterspace. The staircase to the second floor gives a great overview of the first floor. Second floor houses three nice sized bedrooms and closets, a bathroom divided for privacy and a large hall linen closet. The basement is huge with good sized ceiling height and has a large workshop/utility room, a craft room/office, a walk-in storage room and a 33 x 24 open area that has the washer/dryer and built in shelving This basement has potential for another living space, endless possibilities!!
Welcome home to this custom built, well maintained 4 Bedroom, 2.1 baths contemporary in River Woods. Cruise through the wonderful neighborhood, then turn onto the circular driveway of 83 Birch Drive. Lovely setting! When you walk in the front door the vaulted wood ceilings and wood floors will catch your eyes and you will begin to appreciate the layout and comfort of this home. The rooms flow into one another, great for watching the family, entertaining and just plain resting in peace and quiet. The Living Room has a gas fireplace(floor to ceiling) and the windows look out to the deck and private backyard. The Primary bedroom and bath boasts a huge walk in closet, shower and separate water closet. Access to a sunroom can be entered from primary bedroom or the kitchen. It has radiant floor heat and another beautiful view of the back woods which are county forest land. Such a nice environment to enjoy! The present owner said working in the kitchen makes meal prep and entertaining easy and fun with ample custom made natural cherry cabinets and counterspace. The staircase to the second floor gives a great overview of the first floor. Second floor houses three nice sized bedrooms and closets, a bathroom divided for privacy and a large hall linen closet. The basement is huge with good sized ceiling height and has a large workshop/utility room, a craft room/office, a walk in storage room and a 33 x 24 open area that has the washer/dryer and built in shelving This basement has potential for another living space, endless possibilities!!
SLCMLS #36266
Nov 8, 2016
Sold
$264,000
$115/sq ft
Feb 14, 2016
Listed
$289,000
$126/sq ft
+17
Nestled behind pines and a circular driveway is this wonderful custom built one owner home in Adirondack/contemporary style with gorgeous natural beauty seen through every window on back of home! Home on double lot is on edge of a "forever wild" 15 acres for walking, skiing, snow shoe treks. Another path from this neighborhood takes you to Postwood Park for year round activites there. Maple, ceramic and slate floors are on main floor with carpets on 2nd. Kitchen has custom made beautiful natural cherry cabinets(loads!), a large snack bar and is open to Great Room with its 2 story stone fireplace banked by bookshelves. MANY windows focus on the natural beauty of the woods behind the home. 1st fl Master Bdrm has large walkin closet, huge bathroom and French doors to solarium (infloor heating). This would also make lovely inlaw suite. Dining room and office are also on 1st floor. Light fixture I dining room does not stay because it is an inherited family fixture. The long and low windows and many glass doors bring inside the beauty of the outside. House has Southern exposure. 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms and a full bath. Staircase to 2nd fl is all custom maple with a "walkway" over foyer and Great Room. There is a brick paver walkway to front entrance and around side of home. There are raised perennial beds, blueberry, raspberry bushes and even a firepit in the yard. It's a home and vacation spot all in one! Basement is HUGE with storage room, craft room, exercize space and then some! Roof was new in Fall 2013 and home was restained in 2012. Home also has deeded access to the neighborhood's special beach and boat area on Hannawa's Pond. Built with love, care and a great respect for nature, this home gives an aura of serenity. Be the second owner and you'll be happy to come home each day!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,901
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2025
$10,901 (+3.4%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2024
$10,541 (+2.4%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2023
$10,295 (−2.8%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2022
$10,593 (+5.5%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2021
$10,043 (−1.0%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2020
$10,140 (−1.6%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2019
$10,309 (−0.2%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2018
$10,330
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2017
$10,325 (+3.5%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2016
$9,975 (+1.1%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2015
$9,868 (+4.9%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2014
$9,410
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
Tax history for 83 Birch Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,901
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2025
$10,901 (+3.4%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2024
$10,541 (+2.4%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2023
$10,295 (−2.8%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2022
$10,593 (+5.5%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2021
$10,043 (−1.0%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2020
$10,140 (−1.6%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2019
$10,309 (−0.2%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2018
$10,330
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2017
$10,325 (+3.5%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2016
$9,975 (+1.1%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2015
$9,868 (+4.9%)
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
2014
$9,410
$20,200 + $214,800
$235,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
284 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,302
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Lawrence County
APN
407000A09000200020260010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Exterior
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 3
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size : 284 x 199
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,439.48
Location
Schools Information
School District: Potsdam Central School District
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy 56 in Hannawa Falls, turn on to Church St. going around curves on to River Road. Birch Drive will be on the right side. 83 is on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,302
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Lawrence County
APN: 407000A09000200020260010000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
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Schools
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 5.6mi
5/10
A A Kingston Middle School
Public 2-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
5/10
Potsdam Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
5/10
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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