Adirondack Waterfront Buildable
For Sale
$259,900
NYS Route 28N, Minerva, NY 12851
LAND - Minerva, NY
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size2.57 Acres
Days on Market172
Property Features for NYS Route 28N
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Residential
Elementary school district
Minerva
Middle school district
Minerva
High school district
Minerva
Directions
Off I87 going South Exit 26 to Route 29 to Route 28N Balfour Lake and property are on the left. This property is 3rd from the end of the lake. Off I87 going North Exit 23 and take Route 28N to North Creek and turn Right on 28N to Minerva and Balfour Lake.
Subdivision
Minerva
Standard status
Active
APN
144.1-1-22.000
Lot size
2.57 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Annual Amount
1672
Utilities
Water front
1
Listing Agency:
Merrill L. Thomas - Gillis Team
(518) 359-9797
Listed By:
Michelle Blair · License #10401366305
(917) 328-3114
Added: Feb 25
Changed: Jul 11
Last Checked: Aug 16 at 7:06PM
MLS# 206621
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This residential waterfront lot offers level terrain and approximately 265 feet of shoreline on Balfour Lake. A survey has been completed and is available. The property is listed as buildable land, suitable for constructing a home or vacation retreat.
The site provides easy road access from NYS Route 28N and is located in Minerva, NY (Essex County). The surrounding area is described as Adirondack forest preserve with proximity to Balfour Mountain and Rankin Pond Mountain.
The offering includes 2.57 acres and is currently the only lot on the lake described as available in the listing remarks. It is presented as a quiet, waterfront setting for recreational use such as fishing and kayaking.
The site provides easy road access from NYS Route 28N and is located in Minerva, NY (Essex County). The surrounding area is described as Adirondack forest preserve with proximity to Balfour Mountain and Rankin Pond Mountain.
The offering includes 2.57 acres and is currently the only lot on the lake described as available in the listing remarks. It is presented as a quiet, waterfront setting for recreational use such as fishing and kayaking.
Key Highlights
- Level Balfour Lake waterfront lot in Minerva with 265 ft of shoreline
- Only lot currently available on the lake, with easy road access
- Survey has been completed and is available
Property Analytics
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1
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Demographics for 12851, NY
290
Population
246
Households
1.2
Avg Household Size
54
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
85.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
3
Density / Sq Mi
$77,969
Median Household Income
$34,625
Median Earnings
$129,800
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Waterfront Land - Buildable residential waterfront land on Balfour Lake with surveyed frontage and road access.
Where is this waterfront land located?
The property is located at NYS Route 28N Minerva, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $259,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Level Balfour Lake waterfront lot in Minerva with 265 ft of shoreline; Only lot currently available on the lake, with easy road access; Survey has been completed and is available
