Adirondack land and properties

 

    Adirondack Country Homes Realty

   Serving the "Entire" Adirondack Park with offices at:

         Schroon Lake Region (Main Office):  PO 488, 1098 US Route 9, Schroon Lake, NY 12870 * 518.532.7900

         Mountain Region:  250 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY  *  518.569.8884

         Greater Glens Falls Region:  462 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801 *  518.761.7900

         High Peaks Region:  2918 US Route 9, North Hudson, NY 12855 * 518.532.9323

         Lake Champlain Region/Elizabethtown:  25 Munsey Way, Elizabethtown NY  12932 * 518.569.8504

          Lake Placid Region: 8 Morningside Dr., Lake Placid, NY 12946 * 518.523.2334

         North Country Region:  16 Main Street, Bloomingdale, NY 12913 * 518.891.3371

         Speculator Region:  Route 30, Speculator, NY 12164* 518.548.7900

        

 

      

 

 

 

 

 

 

Historical Properties of the Adirondacks

 

Enjoy Yester Years Forever.  There is something magical about historical old homes telling their stories, over and over again.  Please enjoy our collection of antique homes for sale listed below.  We, also, invite you to utilize our Exclusive Buyer Agency program to search for a comprehensive review of all area historical homes.  We have a network of professionals to help you from beginning to end (Architects, Historical Preservation Consultants, Builders & Craftsmen, Property Managers and more).   Do you have a character home?  We welcome marketing your historical property as well, visit our listing services for details.  FYI, see the Q&A of the State & National Registers below.

 

Blackbrook - Clinton County

RE0401.  Prior Church Rectory.  Wonderful affordable project.  Original woodwork, however much to do like plumbing, electric, roof and garage.  Owner motivated at only $30,000 USD - SOLD

 

Elizabethtown - Essex County

RE0342  Beautifully Refurbished "Old Style" Cape with character.  Two bedroom home with porches, decks, hot tub, barns, garage.  Located with walking distance from our government center in Essex County.  Offered at only $139,000 USD - SOLD

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Lake George -Warren County

LF0123.  Magnificent waterfront mansion on Lake George.  Situated on Skerry Point.  One of the finest properties for sale on Lake George.  $3,350,000 USD.  (click on picture for details).  SOLD

Historical Mansion on Majestic Lake George

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Mooers Forks - Clinton County

RE0419.   Historical School House, now available.  Two story traditional style home with four bedrooms and one bath. Recent additions of a front porch and septic systems as described by the estate. Shared well, private driveway.  Estate is offering this great deal for only at $59,000 USD.

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North Hudson - Essex County

RE0433.  Prior Schroon River Inn, and later Pine Tree Inn.  Large colonial home with 9 bedrooms and 2.5 baths and 4680 s/f feet of living space.  Currently in fair shape, making it a good project for the Inn keeper or large family.  Offered at $179,000 USD

Port Henry - Essex County

RE0392.  Four bedrooms, 2 baths Village Home.  Extremely well maintained older home in quiet residential area, yet close to the beaches and town amenities.  Built in 1890 when homes were built solid.  Move-in condition.  Offered attractively for $105,900 USD

 

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RE0428.  Antique Home built in 1875 with three bedroom, 1 bath and 1,495 s/f of living space.  Village lot and located on 2nd Street and close to lots of town amenities.  Offered at $79,900 USD

Port Kent - Essex County

RE0210. Peter Comstock Home - Blue Bird Coach Entrepreneur.  Eight bedrooms, 2 baths, 7,500+ s/f, LOTS of SPACE.  Historical home built by Peter Comstock, many original features left.  This estate overlooks Lake Champlain at the scenic ferry; golf course and public beach next door.  This home would make a wonderful B&B or stately home with some work! $499,000 USD (without carriage building $399,000).  

 

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Port Kent Lake Champlain Vista Historical Home  for Sale by Adirondack Country Homes Realty

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Rouses Point - Clinton County

CO0216 Stately large home with 5 apartments, and carriage house with 5 apartments.  Lake front on Lake Champlain and wonderful views Offered at $390,000 USD

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Saranac - Clinton County

RF0102.  Duncan Murphy's Home - Home of the Boomer Union President during the days of Adirondack's Iron forge days.  1875 home with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and 44 acres on the Saranac River (used for logging).  $349,000 USD  SOLD

Historical New York Home

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Saranac Lake - Franklin County

RE0427.  Spacious vintage home in need of updating.  Beautiful woodwork, enclosed porch (front & back), full basement and attic, high ceilings, 3 bedrooms and 1/2 bath.  Offered attractively for only $59,500 USD

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Schroon Lake -Essex County

RF0103.  Adirondack Great Camp and grand stately home, "Silver Spruce" with over 8,000 s/f of living space and that doesn't even include the carriage house!  If it's historical luxury you are looking for, please check this gem out.  Western cedar walls, hardwood floors, original great room with fireplace, long halls, speak easy room, and much more.   Currently a B&B and would be a grand home for a celebrity!  The Sally Miller Smith original estate.  Personal friend of Eleanor Roosevelt!  $1,598,000 USD

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Historical Colonial Home on Schroon River

CO0206.  "Warren's Inn"  This turnkey home, multi family or B&B has been totally remodeled. It is truly a unique Victorian with a butterfly design. Completely furnished with antique restorations, colorful carpets & accessories. Six new bathrooms, three bedrooms are suites, many with lake views.  Beach, tennis courts, park and quaint shopping and dining only a minutes walk away.  Turnkey price at $495,000 USD

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Schroon Lake Historical Home
RE0379.  Once a Country Dentist Office.  Now deafening quiet at the end of the famous Hoffman Wilderness Notch area.  Three bedroom camp on 2 acres at the edge of the wilderness; trail head just a few steps away.  Offered at $120,000 USD

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Historical Camp in the Adirondacks
RE0396.  Save this Old Grist Mill.  Inhabitable at this time, demolition work to be needed on annex, but restoration thought possible.  Also a  great village lot with lake views and riparian rights on Roger's Brook for hydro power.  Zoned commercial/residential.  Restore or rebuild.  Offered for $139,000 USD  

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Westport - Essex

RE0425.   1900's Older Farmhouse with surreal lawns.  Owner Motivated.  Three bedrooms, 1 bath home set on 2.20 landscaped acres and very close to the village. Can't see neighbors. Offered at $79,900 USD  SOLD

 

Willsboro - Essex County

 

RE0423.  QUICK SALE, owner says!   Historical 1900's vintage home with charm.  Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, garage and styled very nicely.  Offered at only $159,000 USD

 

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions about the State and National Registers of Historic Places in New York State (reprint of New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, Historic Preservation Flyer)

 

What are the State and National Registers of Historic Places?

Administered by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) which is part of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), the registers are the official lists of properties that are significant in history, architecture, engineering, landscape design, archeology and culture within local, state and/or national contexts.  More than 80,000 historical properties in New York have received this prestigious recognition

 

What qualifies a property for listing on the registers?

The registers criteria recognize the value of all aspects of New York's diverse culture.  Properties must represent a significant historic theme (e.g., architecture, agriculture, industry, transportation) and retain sufficient integrity to illustrate their association with that theme -- specifically, properties must possess integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling and association.  Properties less than 50 years of age, with rare exceptions, are not considered eligible for listing.

 

What kind of properties can be included in the registers?

Buildings and structures such as residence, churches, commercial buildings and bridges:  sites such as cemeteries, landscapes and archaeological sites; districts or groups of buildings, structures or sites that are significant as a whole, such as farmsteads, residential neighborhoods, industrial complexes and cultural landscapes; and objects such as fountains and monuments.

 

What is a historic district?

A historic district is a group of buildings, structures, and sites related architecturally and/or historically and listed together on the State and National Registers.  A district may include any number of properties.

 

What is the process for listing a property on the registers?

To begin, an application must be submitted to the State Historic Preservation Office for evaluation.  If the property is determined eligible for listing, the nomination sponsor is responsible for providing documentation that describes the property's setting and physical characteristics, documents its history, conveys its significance in terms of its historic context and demonstrates how it meets the register's criteria.  Once complete, the nomination is reviewed by the New York State Board for Historic Preservation.  If the board recommends the nomination, the New York State Historic Preservation Officers (Commissioners of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation); lists the property on the State Register and forwards it to the National Park Service for review and listing on the National Register.

 

Can an owner object to having his or her property listed on the registers?

Yes.  An individual privately owned property cannot be listed over the objection of its owner.  A district cannot be listed over the objection of a majority of owners.  It is the policy of the SHPO to work closely with nomination sponsors and communities to provide information about the registers program and opportunities for comment.

 

What are the benefits of being listed on the registers?

The State and National Registers are a recognized and visible component of public and private planning.  The registers promote heritage tourism, economic development and appreciation of historic resources.  Benefits include:

  • Official recognition that a property is of significance to the nation, the state, or the local community

  • Listings raises the community's awareness and pride in its past

  • Owners of historic commercial and rental properties listed on the National Register may qualify for a preservation tax credit.  The Tax Reform Act of 1986 allows a 20 percent tax credit for the substantial rehabilitation and income-producing historic properties.  The work performed must meet federal preservation standards. (see "The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, 1995)

  • Not-for-profit organizations and municipalities that own listed properties are eligible to apply for New York State historic preservation grants.  Additional grants are available through other public and private sources

  • Properties that meet the criteria for registers listing receive a measure of protection from state and federal undertakings regardless of their listing status.  State and federal agencies must consult with the SHPO to avoid or mitigate adverse effects to listed or eligible properties.

 

Will State and National Registers listings restrict the use of a property?

Listing on the registers does not interfere with a property owner's right to remodel, alter, paint, manage, sell or even demolish a historic property, local zoning or ordinances not withstanding.  If state of federal funds are used or if a state or federal permit is required, proposed alterations will be reviewed by the SHPO staff regardless of listing status.

 

How can an owner get a State and National Registers plaque to display on his or her building?

The State and National Registers program does not provide plaques.  A list of manufacturers is available upon request.

 

Must owners of listed buildings open their buildings to the public?

No.  There is absolutely no requirement to open registers listed properties to the public.

 

Will a property owner be able to leave his property to his children or anyone else he/she wishes?

Yes.  Listing on the registers in no way affects the transfer of property from one owner to another.

 

Will listing on the State and National Registers, either individually or in a historic district, affect local property taxes or zoning?

No.  Listing has no direct bearing on any of these local actions.

 

How do the State and National Registers differ from local landmark designations?

State and National Registers listings should not be confused with local landmark designation.  Many communities have enacted local historic landmark ordinances that establish local commissions and review procedures for locally designated properties.  These commissions are established and operation independently from the State and National Registers, although the goals are similar -- to protect and preserve properties important to our past

 

How does listings protect a building and its surroundings?

The registers are a valuable tool in the planning of publicly funded, licensed or permitted projects.  Government agencies are responsibleor avoiding or reducing the effects of projects on properties that are eligible for or listed on the registers.  Listing raises awareness of the significance of properties, helping to ensure that preservation issues are considered early and effectively in the planning process.

 

Where can I find out more about the State and National Registers?

For more information contact the Historic Preservation Field Services at (518) 237-8643 or log on to the OPRHP website at http://www.nysparks.state.ny.us

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History of ADK

History Collection of the Adirondack areas

National Trust

National Trust for Historical Homes

Museums

A Collection of the Museums in the Park

Contractors Our IATAAP Collection (ps.  Be sure to look up Schaber Painting, (Preservationist painter) and In the Field Consulting (Preservationist Consultant)

 

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