Business or pleasure? You can have it all! Let this immaculate ranch home pay for itself as a vacation rental. This amazing property, available for year round use w/ whole house generator, offers stunning views of South Sandy Pond. This beautiful 2 bedroom home w/ guest house & detached garage has been successfully booked as a vacation rental for $1,200 per week! Lovely updated kitchen w/ lots of counter space leads to dining/family room with cozy gas stove. Enjoy 2 bedrooms w/ large closets & a full bath with jacuzzi/jet tub. A large, light & bright great room w/ dry bar overlooks the water w/ sliders to expansive trex deck. Water frontage is highlighted w/ new concrete capped/stonefaced sea wall. You will adore the guest cottage w/ laundry room & storage. Updates include new state-of-the-art septic system, new well pump & water purification system w/ softener, interior paint, funishings, hot water heater & more! Home comes fully furnished! Nothing to do but enjoy!
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$163Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listing by Donna Jordan• Howard Hanna Real Estate
•315-622-2111 (broker)
•corylawson@howardhanna.com (broker)
Bought with Donna Jordan• Howard Hanna Real Estate
Immaculate waterfront home w/ outstanding views & privacy! Completely renovated 2 BR year-round home features spacious LR w/ double sliders & a large covered porch just feet from the water Full Bath w/ jetted tub, kitchen w/ custom maple cabinets. This bright, sunny ranch has water on 3 sides! A separate cottage serves as a great space for guests to stay. Plenty of storage for boats & more. Beautifully landscaped yard & lots of parking make this a great place to entertain! & it's just a short walk to Lk Ontario Alum dock & whole house generator. Public wtr is planned for here. MUST SEE!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,664
$66,200 + $171,900
$238,100
2025
$8,664 (+29.2%)
$66,200 + $171,900
$238,100
2024
$6,708 (+5.3%)
$57,600 + $149,400
$207,000
2023
$6,369 (+7.7%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2022
$5,911 (+4.3%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2021
$5,666 (−4.4%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2020
$5,925 (+1.0%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2019
$5,864 (+8.1%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2018
$5,425 (+18.8%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2017
$4,567 (+0.6%)
$54,900 + $100,600
$155,500
2016
$4,538 (+24.7%)
$54,900 + $100,600
$155,500
2015
$3,638 (−0.2%)
$54,900 + $100,600
$155,500
2014
$3,645
$54,900 + $100,600
$155,500
Tax history for 96 N Rainbow Shores Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,664
$66,200 + $171,900
$238,100
2025
$8,664 (+29.2%)
$66,200 + $171,900
$238,100
2024
$6,708 (+5.3%)
$57,600 + $149,400
$207,000
2023
$6,369 (+7.7%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2022
$5,911 (+4.3%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2021
$5,666 (−4.4%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2020
$5,925 (+1.0%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2019
$5,864 (+8.1%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2018
$5,425 (+18.8%)
$54,900 + $115,600
$170,500
2017
$4,567 (+0.6%)
$54,900 + $100,600
$155,500
2016
$4,538 (+24.7%)
$54,900 + $100,600
$155,500
2015
$3,638 (−0.2%)
$54,900 + $100,600
$155,500
2014
$3,645
$54,900 + $100,600
$155,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
170 ft.
Lot depth
122 ft.
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,104
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oswego County
APN
355289A03700500010090000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Detached, Electricity, Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Room Types: Bedroom, Great Room, Laundry, Sunroom, Workshop, Florida Room, Studio
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Laundry Information
Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Equipment
Generator
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Water Purifier
Interior Features
Window Features: Drapes, Thermal Windows
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Partially Furnished
Flooring: Carpet, Varies, Vinyl
Other Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Great Room, Jetted Tub, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pantry, Partially Furnished, Sliding Glass Door(s), Window Treatments, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Workshop
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Asphalt
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Gravel Driveway, Patio, Private Yard, See Remarks, Propane Tank - Leased
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Open, Patio, Porch
Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
Green Features
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.28
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Lot Size Dimensions: 170X122
Lot Features: Flood Zone
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: South Pond
Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Lake, Water Access
Frontage Length: 280
Frontage Length Remarks: 280
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block, Pillar/Post/Pier
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $155,500
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,865
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Stove, Wall Furnace
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,104
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Oswego County
APN: 355289A03700500010090000000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 2, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Sandy Creek Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.2mi
5/10
Sandy Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi
4/10
Sandy Creek High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
5/10
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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, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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