$249,000

5217 Oak Harbor Rd Covert, NY 14886

Estimated payment $1,606/month

Total Views 4,792
1.78 Acres
$139,888 Price per Acre
77,537 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Water Access
  • Near a National Forest
  • Russell I. Doig Middle School Rated 9+
  • Scenic Views
  • Secluded Lot

About This Lot

Create your ideal Finger Lakes retreat on this exceptional 1.78 acre lot in Oak Harbor, a boutique lakeside community perched above Cayuga Lake. Offering stunning lake views and a beautiful natural setting, this property presents a rare opportunity to build your dream home in one of the region’s most desirable lake communities. Residents of Oak Harbor enjoy access to 300 feet of shared pristine lake frontage, a private dock, scenic nature trails, and well maintained picnic and playground areas. Boat lifts are also available for purchase, adding convenience for those looking to fully embrace life on Cayuga Lake. Nestled beside the 800 acre Taughannock Falls State Park, the property is surrounded by year round natural beauty, peaceful wooded scenery, and abundant wildlife. Enjoy the quiet feel of a private retreat while remaining just minutes from Ithaca and Trumansburg, with Cornell University only a short drive away. A wonderful opportunity to create a custom home in one of the Finger Lakes region’s most special settings.

Listing Agent

Jill Burlington

Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. Brokerage Phone: 607-592-0474 License #30BU0950986 Listed on: 05/15/2026

Property Details

Property Type

  • Land

Lot Details

  • 1.78 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 249x263
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Lake Front
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Property fronts an interstate
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Zoning described as Residential 1 Unit

Parking

  • No Driveway

Schools

  • Trumansburg Elementary School

Utilities

  • The river is a source of water for the property
  • The lake is a source of water for the property
  • Well
  • Sewer Not Available
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available

Additional Features

  • Scenic Vista Views
  • Flood Zone Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 452089-021-000-0002-040-001-0000

Community Details

Overview

  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions
  • Near a National Forest

Recreation

  • Water Access

Property Details

Property Type

Land

Lot Details

1.78 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Prop. Type: Land
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.78
  • Lot Size: 249X263
  • Road Frontage Type: Interstate, Private Road
  • Directions: One mile North of Taughannock Park. 5 minutes to charming Trumansburg, 15 minute drive to Ithaca. Special lake front Housing Association bordering the 800 acre Taughannock Falls State Park.
  • Architectural Style: Other, See Remarks
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Residential
  • Attribution Contact: 607-592-0474
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Possible Use: Single Family
  • Has Basement: None
  • Basement YN: No
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Other, See Remarks
  • Interior Amenities: Other, See Remarks

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Residential Lot, Secluded, Borders National Forest, Flood Zone, Gentle Sloping, Lake Front, Level, Stream/Creek, Wooded
  • Topography: Level,Rolling,Sloping
  • View: Scenic
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Water Access
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Deed Restriction
  • Foundation Details: Other, See Remarks
  • Other Structures: None
  • Roof: Other, See Remarks

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: No Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Other, See Remarks
  • Heating: Other, See Remarks
  • Sewer: None
  • Utilities: High Speed Internet Available, Phone Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Not Available
  • Water Source: Lake, River, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Trumansburg Elementary
  • Junior High Dist: Trumansburg

Lot Info

  • Development Status: Site Plan Approved
  • Parcel #: 452089-021-000-0002-040-001-0000
  • Zoning Description: Residential 1 Unit

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 1

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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/15/2026 05/15/26 For Sale $249,000 +18.6% --
04/08/2024 04/08/24 Sold $210,000 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
03/09/2024 03/09/24 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2024 02/02/24 For Sale $210,000 -- --
Source: Ithaca Board of REALTORS®

Source: Ithaca Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: R1681045

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