Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to craft your perfect lakefront retreat on the highly sought-after W Lake St! This stunning, one-of-a-kind property spans four levels, including a walkout basement, and boasts nearly 100 feet of pristine water frontage with breathtaking, unobstructed lake views. With 4 spacious bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, this home is ready for your personal touch. Customize every detail—from selecting your tiles, cabinetry, and countertops to choosing your lighting fixtures and appliances. Gorgeous wide-plank wood flooring has already been purchased for the entire home (the top floor is complete), and radiant heat flows throughout for year-round comfort. Enjoy cozy evenings by the fireplace, relax in the sauna, or step through the sleek Marvin bifold doors leading from the garage and basement to your private outdoor paradise. The home has been fully updated with all-new exterior shingles, roof, exterior railing, balcony decking, Unico AC units, Marvin windows, and exterior doors. Landscaping plans are complete and available, with endless possibilities to enhance the outdoor space—imagine an outdoor pavilion, grilling area, Bocce ball court, or even your own private dock. Just a short stroll to the village's charming restaurants, shops, and more, this home offers the perfect blend of serenity and convenience. Whether you’re seeking a summer getaway or your forever home, this property in the award-winning Skaneateles School District is an extraordinary place to create lasting memories.
Single-familyProperty Type
1885Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$885Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Gerald Morrissey• Finger Lakes Sothebys Intl.
•315-685-9755 (broker)
•jerry.morrissey@flrpartners.com (broker)
Listing by Marisa Montreal-Wright• Finger Lakes Sothebys Intl.
Listing by Finger Lakes Sothebys Intl., (315) 685-9755
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Sale history for 3 W Lake St
Date
Event
Price
CNYIS #S1609235
Jun 19, 2025
Sold
$4,695,000
$757/sq ft
May 29, 2025
Pending
—
May 23, 2025
Listed
$4,695,000
$757/sq ft
CNYIS #S1586666
May 23, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Apr 3, 2025
Price Changed
$4,950,000
$798/sq ft
Feb 14, 2025
Listed
$5,950,000
$960/sq ft
CNYIS #S1083994
Nov 3, 2017
Listed
$4,399,000
$709/sq ft
Nov 3, 2017
Sold
$4,000,000
$645/sq ft
This prominent property rests at the highest regarded location on all of Skaneateles Lake. Situated in the heart of the village and aligned perfectly for THE premier view of the lake. Sleek, gorgeous sightlines exist from all four living levels. The waterfront configuration is an unparalleled retreat complete with outdoor fireplace, barbeque patio, gazebo and expansive dock system. An impressive kitchen and hot tub sunroom completes this limitless entertainment setting. On the main level, another gourmet chef's kitchen combined with a beautiful large dining room accentuates this home's inspirational tone. The main living areas possess superior quality craftsmanship, charm and nautical flair. Everything about this Thom Felicia designed home appeals to today's discerning buyer.
Public Records
Dec 20, 2007
Sold
$1,500,000
$242/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 2007
Sold
$2,200,000
$355/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 11, 2006
Sold
$2,200,000
$355/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$56,120 (−16.6%)
$3,500,000 + $500,000
$4,000,000
2024
$67,278 (+0.1%)
$2,000,000 + $600,000
$2,600,000
2023
$67,204 (+3.0%)
$2,000,000 + $600,000
$2,600,000
2022
$65,276 (+6.0%)
$2,000,000 + $600,000
$2,600,000
2021
$61,575 (−29.5%)
$2,000,000 + $250,000
$2,250,000
2020
$87,287 (+2.1%)
$2,395,400 + $1,004,600
$3,400,000
2019
$85,458 (+10.4%)
$2,395,400 + $1,004,600
$3,400,000
2018
$77,418 (+69.2%)
$2,395,400 + $1,004,600
$3,400,000
2017
$45,761 (+17.1%)
$2,395,400 + $1,004,600
$3,400,000
2016
$39,079 (−14.5%)
$963,900 + $836,100
$1,800,000
2015
$45,690 (−0.4%)
$963,900 + $836,100
$1,800,000
2014
$45,878
$963,900 + $836,100
$1,800,000
Tax history for 3 W Lake St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$56,120 (−16.6%)
$3,500,000 + $500,000
$4,000,000
2024
$67,278 (+0.1%)
$2,000,000 + $600,000
$2,600,000
2023
$67,204 (+3.0%)
$2,000,000 + $600,000
$2,600,000
2022
$65,276 (+6.0%)
$2,000,000 + $600,000
$2,600,000
2021
$61,575 (−29.5%)
$2,000,000 + $250,000
$2,250,000
2020
$87,287 (+2.1%)
$2,395,400 + $1,004,600
$3,400,000
2019
$85,458 (+10.4%)
$2,395,400 + $1,004,600
$3,400,000
2018
$77,418 (+69.2%)
$2,395,400 + $1,004,600
$3,400,000
2017
$45,761 (+17.1%)
$2,395,400 + $1,004,600
$3,400,000
2016
$39,079 (−14.5%)
$963,900 + $836,100
$1,800,000
2015
$45,690 (−0.4%)
$963,900 + $836,100
$1,800,000
2014
$45,878
$963,900 + $836,100
$1,800,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
98 ft.
Lot depth
194 ft.
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
3,971
Year built
1885
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Onondaga County
APN
315001A01000000020530000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Circular Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Room Types: Guest Quarters, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation, Bonus Room, Basement, Den, Family Room
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Sump Pump
Laundry Information
Features: In Basement, Upper Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Equipment
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Flooring: Hardwood, Varies
Other Features: Wet Bar, Den, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Guest Accommodations, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Sliding Glass Door(s), Sauna, Bath In Primary Bedroom
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 4
Stories (Total): 4
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Asphalt, Metal
Construction Details: Blown-In Insulation, Cedar, Wood Siding, PEX Plumbing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Gravel Driveway
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.44
Lot Size Acres: 0.44
Lot Size Dimensions: 98X194
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Skaneateles Lake
Waterfront Features: Lake
Frontage Length: 98
Frontage Length Remarks: 98
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $2,600,000
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $107,399
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Connected
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Zoned
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Radiant
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,971
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1885
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Onondaga County
APN: 315001A01000000020530000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
State Street Intermediate School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Skaneateles Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Skaneateles Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Skaneateles, NY • 13152
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 2.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
2.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$5.22M – $6.31M
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