$300,000
4 Bed • 1 Bath • 1,196 Sq. Ft.4 bd · 1 ba · 1,196 sqft
158 Violet Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Listed with Berkshire Hathaway HS NY Prop
$249,000
Est. $1,699/moHolmes, NY 12531 · Dutchess County
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Attention investors, contractors, and DIYers looking for affordable lake living - this one may be just what you are looking for! Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage-style home in Holmes, offering a unique opportunity to enjoy lake access and views of Whaley Lake. Located directly across the street from the lake, this 733 sq ft home provides lake rights and convenient access to the water, making it an appealing option for buyers looking for a property near Whaley Lake. Built in 1940, the home features a cozy layout with a fireplace, a sunroom, and a patio area to enjoy the outdoor setting. This property offers a chance to bring your vision and updates to a classic cottage. The basement provides potential additional space for future expansion, and the home’s location is the true highlight offering the opportunity to enjoy the Whaley Lake lifestyle from just across the road. While the home will need some renovation, the roof was replaced 2 years ago. Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway, seasonal retreat, or a smaller home with lake access in Dutchess County, this property offers a rare setting in the Pawling community. Conveniently located near local shops, dining, schools, parks, and transportation options, including access to Metro-North rail service in the surrounding area, this home combines a lake setting with accessibility to nearby amenities and commuting routes.
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Listed with eXp Realty · Virginia Corbett · Source: OneKey MLS
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Computed from 29 active OneKey MLS listings in Holmes, NY.
$300,000
4 Bed • 1 Bath • 1,196 Sq. Ft.4 bd · 1 ba · 1,196 sqft
158 Violet Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Listed with Berkshire Hathaway HS NY Prop
$275,000
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 900 Sq. Ft.1 bd · 1 ba · 900 sqft
21 Village Park Drive #1B
Fishkill, NY 12524
Listed with Century 21 Alliance Rlty Group
$219,999
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 643 Sq. Ft.1 bd · 1 ba · 643 sqft
14 Fern Court #H
Fishkill, NY 12524
Listed with K. Fortuna Realty, Inc.