c.1880 New York Foursquare For Sale on Acre $495K

$495,000

Originally built in 1880 and extensively updated in 2010, this New York foursquare features more than 3,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space—perfect for anyone who values both refined style and everyday functionality.

Realtor Comments

Adirondack elegance meets endless opportunity at this exceptional riverfront estate in the heart of Elizabethtown. Set on over an acre with approximately 700 feet of frontage along the Boquet River, this fully renovated 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath home delivers the rare combination of historic character, modern infrastructure, and lifestyle-driven design. Inside, timeless architectural details blend seamlessly with spacious, inviting living areas designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and custom crown molding add character throughout, while the expansive country kitchen serves as the heart of the home. Multiple gathering spaces, a peaceful river-view attic retreat, and a flexible bedroom layout offer endless possibilities for hosting guests, extended family, or creating an exceptional vacation rental experience.Outside, the setting speaks for itself?private river frontage, mature landscape, a newly built detached garage, riverside shed, . Positioned minutes from hiking, skiing, fishing, and the High Peaks region, this property offers immediate access to the best of the Adirondacks while maintaining the privacy and presence of a true legacy home. Whether envisioned as a premier residence, executive retreat, short term rentals by the room to visiting nurses, or boutique hospitality investment 216 Water Street stands apart as a property built for those who think bigger, move decisively, and appreciate lasting value.