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Beds:
3
Baths:
1.50
Sq.Ft.:
1,920
Status:
Active
MLS#:
205617
Type:
Single Family
Lot size:
1.6 Acres
Year built:
1980
Courtesy: Engel & Volkers Lake Placid Real Estate Lisa Paschke
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Discover a rare waterfront opportunity on beautiful Rainbow Lake. This unique piece of land gently curves into the shoreline, creating a private setting with sweeping water views in multiple directions. With 504 feet of direct waterfront the property offers an extraordinary connection to the lake and endless potential. The main home sits less than 50 feet from the water's edge, creating a true Adirondack lakefront experience and a rare vantage point. Inside, the home provides a wonderful canvas for personalization—ideal for those looking to update and add value in such an exceptional setting. Three docks and a swimming platform make lake access effortless, while a primitive bathhouse presents the exciting possibility of being reimagined as a sleeping cottage. The property also includes a one-car garage, plus a two-stall garage with an attached storage shed for all your Adirondack gear. A charming seasonal cottage offers extra guest accommodations or rental potential, and a second building site is ready for future expansion, complete with an installed Elgin septic system. Designated as a Hamlet by the APA, this property is subject to fewer regulations, providing added flexibility for future plans. Whether you envision a summer retreat, a renovation project, or a legacy lakefront estate, this property delivers unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and direct access to one of the most sought-after lakes in the Adirondacks.

Beds:
4
Baths:
1.50
Sq.Ft.:
1,595
Status:
Active
MLS#:
205338
Type:
Single Family
Lot size:
11.2 Acres
Year built:
1900
Courtesy: Engel & Volkers Lake Placid Real Estate Blythe Niles-Linster
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Escape to the tranquility of the Adirondacks with this rare opportunity to own a four bedroom, one and a half bathroom seasonal cabin on beautiful Rainbow Lake. Set on .88 acres with an additional 10.32 acre parcel included, this property offers privacy, natural beauty, and a combined 212 feet of waterfront. The cabin features a warn and inviting layout with plenty of space to gather, unwind and take in the beautiful surroundings. With four bedrooms there is room for guests, while the one and a half baths provide convenience for entertaining. An open boathouse sits along the shoreline, perfect for launching kayaks, canoes, your boat, or jet skis, making it easy to enjoy all that Rainbow Lake offers - from swimming and fishing to paddling and soaking in the scenery. Tucked away among towering trees and unspoiled nature, this unique property provides a quiet seasonal retreat with potential for expansion, or making it your own. With over 11 acres of combined land, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of seclusion and lakefront access. Located just a short drive from Saranac Lake and surrounding towns, yet tucked away in one of the region's most serene settings, this Rainbow Lake getaway is a true piece of the Adirondacks.

Beds:
3
Baths:
2.00
Sq.Ft.:
2,184
Status:
Active
MLS#:
203687
Type:
Single Family
Lot size:
1.02 Acres
Year built:
1990
Courtesy: Say Real Estate Brian Draper
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Well maintained 3 BR Adirondack cottage on private, level lot which backs up to the All-Use pole line trails for year round activities and eateries along the way! Warm and inviting open floor plan with in floor heat and sun drenched three season porch, mud room and full basement . Oversized garage/pole barn 28x40 and has plenty of room for gear and workshop. Deeded rights to Rainbow Lake makes this a perfect location to enjoy year round life in the Adirondacks . Also close to Jones Pond, Buck Pond, Rainbow Lake, Paul Smiths College, Lake Clear Airport and a quick 15 minutes to Saranac Lake and 30 minutes to Titus Mountain Ski Center .

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Rainbow Lake Real Estate

Rainbow Lake is located in New York. Rainbow Lake, New York has a population of 213. Rainbow Lake is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 5.88% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.55%.

The median household income in Rainbow Lake, New York is $61,719. The median household income for the surrounding county is $55,279 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Rainbow Lake is 60.9 years.

Rainbow Lake Weather

The average high temperature in July is 75.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 2.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 40.8 inches per year, with 106.1 inches of snow per year.

Rainbow Lake Map

Rainbow Lake Real Estate Market Conditions

  • Median sales price

    $672,467
    14.6%
    change since last quarter
  • # Active listings

    4
    30-day change

Rainbow Lake Schools and Demographics

Education near Rainbow Lake, NY

City County
High School Graduates 98.19 88.14
College Degree - 2 year 3.61 12.46
College Degree - 4 year 67.47 21.62
Graduate Degree 32.53 8.1
Expenditures per Student 30,352 30,352
Students per Teacher 10.2 10.2

Elementary Schools near Rainbow Lake, NY

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Bloomingdale School KG - 05 176 12.6 12983
Davis Elementary School PK - 05 580 13.8 12953
Flanders Elementary School PK - 05 276 13.8 12953
Lake Placid Elementary School KG - 05 286 10.2 12946
Petrova Elementary School KG - 05 362 11.3 12983
Saint Joseph's Elementary School PK - 05 249 15.1 12953

Middle Schools near Rainbow Lake, NY

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Malone Middle School 06 - 08 492 11.6 12953
Saranac Lake Middle School 06 - 08 288 10.7 12983

High Schools near Rainbow Lake, NY

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Franklin Academy High School 09 - 12 695 12.6 12953
Lake Placid Junior-Senior High School 06 - 12 374 8.6 12946
Saranac Lake Senior High School 09 - 12 419 12.2 12983

Ungraded Schools near Rainbow Lake, NY

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Franklin-Essex-Hamilton Boces 05 - 12 37 1.1 12953
Saint Regis Falls Central School PK - 12 272 10.1 12980

Demographics near Rainbow Lake, NY

City County
Neighborhood Type Small town
Population 213 47,996
Population Density 6 30
Median Age 60.9 40.6
People per Household 1.7 2.3
Median Household Income 61,719 55,279
Average Income per Capita 47,425 27,826

Real estate near Rainbow Lake