The Balsams - a 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom delightful townhome with an attached 1 car garage. This lovingly maintained home is convenient, spacious and functional. With 2,250 sq. ft. of finished space, this maintenance free townhome comes furnished and squeaky clean. The main level has hardwood flooring throughout, a kitchen with granite counter tops, vaulted ceilings in the living room with a stone-surround propane fireplace and a stylish screened-in porch off the dining room. There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms upstairs, laundry closet and a loft area with a Murphy bed. That's right - a Murphy bed! Downstairs is a cozy den, bonus room, bedroom and full bathroom plus a sliding glass door to the back patio where you'll find a grill and seating. The Generac Generator is included, as well. This is a fantastic townhome! Just move in and unpack your bags!
TownhomeProperty Type
2006Year Built
2,178 sq ftLot Size
$355Price/Sq.Ft.
$504/moHOA Dues
Listing by Jennifer Ledger• Merrill L. Thomas, Inc.
A turn-key Adirondack Style luxury townhome with detailed craftsmanship and character throughout. With 3 levels of living space and open floor plan, it offers the perfect entertainment space for family and friends. Enter the home through covered porch or the heated garage.
Global MLS #202125519
Oct 15, 2021
Sold
$570,000
$254/sq ft
Aug 5, 2021
Listed
$570,000
$254/sq ft
+83
Turn-Key ADK style luxury townhome. 1st fl has wide-open floor plan w/ vaulted ceiling, lg windows, stone-gas fireplace, kitchen has granite counters w/seating, ½ bath, screened porch. 2nd fl has a loft w/ Murphy bed, desk, shelves, Master BR/bath, 2nd BR, laundry, full bath w/radiant heated floors. Lower finished fl w/ family room, walkout to wooded back yard w/ firepit, grill, picnic table, garden boxes. BR, full bath w/ jet tub, lg rm for gym, storage, etc. Underground utilities, Generac generator, heated garage. HOA includes ins., snow/trash removal, building, lawn, grounds care. Includes furnishings, outdoor furniture, and grill. Walk to trails, Village of Lake Placid, restaurants, golf, skiing, hiking, skating, Olympic venues, ADKs. Agent is Owner -- Excellent Condition
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,930 (+1.0%)
$208,200 + $530,000
$738,200
2024
$6,862 (+4.0%)
$200,200 + $502,800
$703,000
2023
$6,599 (+3.5%)
$183,300 + $463,700
$647,000
2022
$6,374 (−0.4%)
$151,500 + $402,800
$554,300
2021
$6,400 (+9.7%)
$142,500 + $362,000
$504,500
2020
$5,834 (+2.4%)
$110,000 + $334,000
$444,000
2019
$5,698 (+1.6%)
$110,000 + $334,000
$444,000
2018
$5,607 (+1.9%)
$110,000 + $334,000
$444,000
2017
$5,502 (+0.5%)
$110,000 + $334,000
$444,000
2016
$5,474 (+0.5%)
$125,000 + $307,400
$432,400
2015
$5,445 (+3.2%)
$63,000 + $368,800
$431,800
2014
$5,276
$63,000 + $368,800
$431,800
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2,178 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
2,619
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,619
Year built
2006
Style
Townhouse
County
Essex County
APN
154089A04207400060140000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 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
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lake Placid, NY • 12946
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Lake Placid. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 12 Rustic Way #2
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $589,000 and $985,000.
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