This neat as a pin cottage sits on over 2 acres in the Town of Wilmington a few miles from Whiteface Mountain. Two large enclosed porches offer room for expansion. This a great opportunity for a first time homeowner or retiree who wants to live in the Lake Placid School District and pay low taxes on a large lot. The large yard offers plenty of room for a garden, garage, or swing set.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,453 (+1.0%)
$147,300 + $49,000
$196,300
2024
$2,429 (+20.7%)
$147,300 + $49,000
$196,300
2023
$2,013 (+9.0%)
$73,900 + $49,400
$123,300
2022
$1,848 (+0.4%)
$73,900 + $49,400
$123,300
2021
$1,840 (−35.7%)
$46,400 + $62,800
$109,200
2020
$2,860 (+2.9%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2019
$2,779 (+5.1%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2018
$2,645 (+21.4%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2017
$2,180 (+43.2%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2016
$1,523 (+1.3%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2015
$1,503 (+3.2%)
$44,200 + $62,800
$107,000
2014
$1,457
$44,200 + $62,800
$107,000
Tax history for 897 Springfield Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,453 (+1.0%)
$147,300 + $49,000
$196,300
2024
$2,429 (+20.7%)
$147,300 + $49,000
$196,300
2023
$2,013 (+9.0%)
$73,900 + $49,400
$123,300
2022
$1,848 (+0.4%)
$73,900 + $49,400
$123,300
2021
$1,840 (−35.7%)
$46,400 + $62,800
$109,200
2020
$2,860 (+2.9%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2019
$2,779 (+5.1%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2018
$2,645 (+21.4%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2017
$2,180 (+43.2%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2016
$1,523 (+1.3%)
$46,400 + $58,600
$105,000
2015
$1,503 (+3.2%)
$44,200 + $62,800
$107,000
2014
$1,457
$44,200 + $62,800
$107,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.7 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
676
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
155400A02600100010240000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 2
Appliances: Other, See Remarks
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Roof: Other
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 676
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 2.7
Lot Size Square Feet: 117,612
Lot Features: Other
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,400
Tax Annual Amount: $1,400
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Other, See Remarks
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Location
Location Information
Directions: In Wilmington, take Springfield Road to # 897
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 676
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Essex County
APN: 155400A02600100010240000000
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lake Placid Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 10.8mi
5/10
Lake Placid Junior Senior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 10.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wilmington, NY • 12997
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.3 hours in
June and 2.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$244,000 – $295,000
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