Bring your vision to this distinctive Victorian home and create something truly extraordinary. Set on an oversized lot in a highly sought-after Skaneateles location, this property offers a rare opportunity to restore a historic home to its former glory—or reimagine it as a stunning custom residence. The home has been gutted, with renovation work already underway, offering a blank canvas for the next owner. Architectural renderings are available to help envision the property’s transformation. Whether your dream is a thoughtful historic restoration or a completely reimagined masterpiece, the possibilities are exceptional. The expansive lot provides plenty of room for gardens, outdoor entertaining, additional landscaping, and future expansion. A detached garage adds valuable flexibility and storage. Ideally located near sought-after semi-private water access, this property offers the opportunity to enjoy the unique lifestyle and charm that make Skaneateles so desirable. A property with character, scale, location, and endless potential—ready for someone with the vision to bring it back to life.
Single-familyProperty Type
1887Year Built
0.79 acresLot Size
$59Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Sunshine Equinozzi• Howard Hanna Real Estate
This 2114 square foot Victorian home has so 4 bedrooms and 2 bath located on . 79 acres. This home has endless possibilities and is in need for a homeowner that will bring this property back to life. It has the charm of an 1870's estate w/ apple trees in the back yard, Large front porch that enters into a cathedral ceiling hallway w/ beautiful staircase, spacious rooms with 10 ft tall ceilings and 8ft doors , large windows that bring in beautiful natural light. Off the kitchen is a small victorian porch that adds to the charm of this home. It has an attached workshop and breezeway that leads out to both sides of the home. It has a detached 2 car garage in the backyard. Horseshoe shaped driveway that makes it easy for getting in an out. So much potential for an opportunity to make this home your own or for your dream Bed and Breakfast. Newer metal roof. Delayed showings until Open House Saturday 02/25/23 @ 4pm - 6pm and Sunday 02/26/23 12pm - 2pm. All showings will be held in the available Open House time frame due to current tenant living in back section of the home. Motivated Seller. Property being sold As Is.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,316
$53,700 + $45,299
$98,999
2025
$1,316 (−29.9%)
$53,700 + $45,299
$98,999
2024
$1,877 (−23.5%)
$53,700 + $81,300
$135,000
2023
$2,455 (−5.4%)
$25,900 + $67,600
$93,500
2022
$2,594 (+4.7%)
$25,900 + $67,600
$93,500
2021
$2,478 (+3.3%)
$25,900 + $67,600
$93,500
2020
$2,398 (−0.2%)
$25,900 + $67,600
$93,500
2019
$2,403 (−36.4%)
$25,900 + $67,600
$93,500
2018
$3,781 (+38.9%)
$25,900 + $67,600
$93,500
2017
$2,721 (+4.4%)
$25,900 + $122,100
$148,000
2016
$2,607 (+0.2%)
$25,900 + $122,100
$148,000
2015
$2,602 (−1.0%)
$25,900 + $122,100
$148,000
2014
$2,627
$25,900 + $122,100
$148,000
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
107 ft.
Lot depth
322 ft.
Lot size
0.79 Acres
Year renovated
1940
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,666
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,666
Year built
1887
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Onondaga County
APN
315200A01400000020010000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 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
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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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Redfin Estimate for 1838 E Lake Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $210,000 and $470,000.
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