Kiwassa Lake Lodge sits above the shoreline in a way that immediately sets it apart. The land drops into the water over massive boulders and natural rock ledge, the kind of shoreline that feels untouched and is just as good for jumping in as it is for sitting back and taking it all in. With over 340 feet of frontage, the setting has both presence and privacy.
On the water, there's a rare three-slip boathouse, one of the only ones on the lake, along with a sandy beach and swim dock that make the shoreline as functional as it is beautiful.
The home itself was designed to take full advantage of that setting. Offering five bedrooms and three and a half baths, it has the scale to host comfortably while still feeling warm and livable. At the center is a true great room, anchored by a large stone fireplace with vaulted ceilings above and windows that pull the lake directly into the space. It's open to a well-designed kitchen and dining area, creating a natural flow for both everyday living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen, a covered porch extends the living space outdoors while you watch the lake change throughout the day.
The views stretch across the lake to the surrounding mountains, but what really defines Kiwassa is the feel. It's long been considered the quiet corner of the Saranac chain. Calm water, very little boat traffic, and sunsets that tend to stop you in your tracks. It's a place where you notice the details... bass and pike in the shallows, turtles along the edge, blue heron moving through the coves, and the occasional bald eagle overhead. From here, you have the ability to run over twenty three miles of connected water into Oseetah, Lake Flower, Lower Saranac, Middle Saranac, and Weller Pond. That access matters, but so does the fact that you can come back to something that still feels quiet. You're only minutes from Saranac Lake, and a short drive to Lake Placid and Tupper Lake, which adds a level of convenience.
Exceptional offering!
For sale
$5,200,000
225 W Shore Rd, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
5beds
4,621sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
1.72 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,125/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 37 days |
- 1,824 |
- 114 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Merrill L. Thomas, Inc. 518-523-2519,
Nicholas Politi
Source: ACVMLS,MLS#: 207090
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Granite Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Storage Space,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,696
- Total interior livable area: 4,621 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,924
- Finished area below ground: 697
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Additional Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Central Living Area, Accessible Closets, Accessible Common Area, Accessible Doors, Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls, Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Kitchen
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Dock, Lighting
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Mountain(s), Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- Waterfront features: Lake, Waterfront
- Body of water: Kiwassa Lake
- Frontage type: Lakefront,Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 1.72 Acres
- Features: Views, Waterfront, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House
- Parcel number: 467.64
- Zoning: Residential
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Adirondack
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Stone Veneer, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 2002
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well Drilled
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Internet Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saranac Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,125/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,481,239
- Annual tax amount: $45,309
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Lease term: Short Term Lease
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,200,000+372.7%$1,125/sqft |
Source:  ACVMLS #207090 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2002 | Sold | $1,100,000+109900%$238/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2002 | Sold | $1,000-99.6% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/1998 | Sold | $275,000$60/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2024 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2023 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2022 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2021 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2020 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2019 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2018 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2017 | $38,170 | $2,282,300 |
| 2016 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2015 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $2,282,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $2,282,300 +14.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,000,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,000,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $2,000,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $2,000,000 +127.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $880,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $880,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $880,000 +59% |
| 2002 | -- | $553,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $553,300 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 12983
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Petrova Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.3 mi
- 7/10Saranac Lake Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 6/10Saranac Lake Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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- New York
- Franklin County
- Saranac Lake
- 12983
- 225 W Shore Rd
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