$849,000

2255 Lakeshore Rd Essex, NY 12936

Estimated payment $5,296/month

Total Views 322
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,500 Sq Ft
$340 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Great Room
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

Immaculately updated historic home in the heart of Essex.
Step into timeless charm with this beautifully maintained 1835 Old-Style residence, offering 2,450 sq. ft. of living space. Meticulously updated while preserving its character, the home features original wide-plank wood floors, a cozy fireplace, and thoughtful modern upgrades throughout.
With 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, this spacious home also includes a finished basement, covered porches, and a detached garage. From nearly every angle, enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains of Vermont—a setting that captures both sunrise and sunset beauty.

Situated on a half-acre lot, the property offers an ideal balance of privacy and convenience. Just a short walk brings you to the center of the historic Village of Essex, the Lake Champlain ferry to Vermont, and charming local shops and dining.

Whether as a full-time residence or seasonal retreat, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Essex history with modern comfort, stunning views, and an unbeatable location.

Listing Agent

Justin Basil McGiver

Adirondack Premier Properties Berkshire Hathaway HomeService License #10401339290 Listed on: 08/19/2025

Adirondack Premier Properties Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,038

Year Built

  • Built in 1835 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Few Trees
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Lake
  • Skyline
  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Tri-Level Property
  • Stone Foundation
  • Slate Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Awning
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Screened Porch
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • High Speed Internet
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 40.73-5-12.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,038

Year Built

Built in 1835 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Directions: To Essex to 2255 Lake Shore Road to home
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2500.0
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Tri-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: House
  • Year Built: 1835
  • Financial Details School Taxes: 4515.0
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • School Taxes Description: Actual
  • Room Types:Living Room2: Yes
  • Room Types:Den2: Yes
  • Room Types:Dining Room2: Yes
  • Room Types:Great Room2: Yes
  • Room Types:Laundry2: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Generator Hookup
  • Has Basement: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Log, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Granite Counters, Bookcases, Built-in Features, High Speed Internet
  • Living Area: 2500.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Exhaust Fan: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Living Room: Yes
  • Appliances:Electric Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances:Electric Oven: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Basement:Walk-Out Access: Yes
  • Interior Features:High Speed Internet: Yes
  • Appliances:Freezer: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Gas4: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Views
  • View: Bay, Lake, Mountain(s), Skyline, Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Balcony, Garden, Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s), Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Asphalt, Slate
  • Lot Features:Few Trees: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Window Features:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Window Features:Wood Frames: Yes
  • Lot Features:Views: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Lighting: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered2: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Screened: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Balcony: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Garden: Yes
  • Lot Features:Garden2: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Awning(s): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Awning(s)2: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Paved
  • Parking Features:Driveway: Yes
  • Parking Features:Paved2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Hot Water, Oil, Zoned
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Internet Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Electric4: Yes
  • Heating:Oil: Yes
  • Heating:Hot Water2: Yes
  • Heating:Zoned2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Willsboro

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21780.0
  • Parcel #: 40.73-5-12.000
  • Zoning: Residential

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: ["Short Term Lease"]

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8038.0

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $8,038 $519,400 $120,700 $398,700
2023 $8,415 $480,900 $111,800 $369,100
2022 $8,054 $437,200 $111,800 $325,400
2021 $7,642 $343,300 $61,800 $281,500
2020 $7,159 $343,300 $61,800 $281,500
2019 $7,157 $343,300 $61,800 $281,500
2018 $6,809 $334,000 $61,800 $272,200
2017 $6,749 $334,000 $61,800 $272,200
2016 $6,762 $334,000 $61,800 $272,200
2015 -- $317,200 $61,800 $255,400
2014 -- $317,200 $61,800 $255,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 For Sale $849,000 -- $340 / Sq Ft
Source: Adirondack-Champlain Valley MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $25,005 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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MLS Number: 205547

APN: 152600-040-073-0005-012-000-0000

New York Essex County Essex 12936

2255 Lakeshore Rd, Essex, NY

This home is located at 2255 Lakeshore Rd, Essex, NY 12936 and is currently priced at $849,000, approximately $339 per square foot. This property was built in 1835. 2255 Lakeshore Rd is a home located in Essex County with nearby schools including Willsboro Central School.

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