Minerva, NY 12857 · Essex County

This 1999-built four-bedroom home on 10.48 acres offers privacy and land in Minerva, with two ponds and backing to state forest. The 2,348-square-foot interior features radiant heating throughout, a living room with a granite hearth fireplace and hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, and a primary suite with ensuite bath. The finished basement includes a heated one-car garage, bonus room with a wood-burning stove, and laundry space. A large screened porch extends the living space. Located minutes from Minerva Lake, Gore Mountain, and regional boat launches, the property is in the Minerva Central school district and carries no homeowners association.
Gorgeous custom-built 4 BR, 2.5 BA home on a private 10.48± acre lot with two ponds and backing to NYS land. Open floor plan features a living room with local granite hearth wood-burning fireplace and hardwood floors flowing into an eat-in kitchen with newer appliances. Second floor offers four bedrooms including a primary suite with ensuite bath and balcony porch, plus an additional full bath. Walkout basement includes one-car garage, laundry room with shower, utility room, and a bonus room with wood-burning stove. Radiant heat on all three levels. Amazing oversized screened-in porch -- perfect for year-round living as well as short- or long-term rentals. Just 5 minutes to Minerva Lake and beach, 15-20 minutes to Gore Mountain and the Schroon Lake NYS boat launch, and 30 minutes to Lake George. Excellent privacy and outdoor access.
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Minerva is in Essex County, NY. There are currently 13 active listings here, ranging from $29,000 to $599,900. Listings in this address fall under the Minerva school district. Priced 200% above the Minerva median of $200,000.
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Cork Nesters True North Properties Inc · Listed by James D Nester (war.nestja)
Contact: 518-796-0677
MLS #202623311 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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Public assessment record for the Minerva roll · Minerva school district · Rural Residence with Acreage
| Year | Assessed value | Full market value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $518,200 | $518,200 | +6.1% |
| 2024 | $488,600 | $488,600 | +23.6% |
| 2023 | $355,800 | $395,300 | +11.1% |
| 2022 | $355,800 | $355,800 | |
| 2021 | $355,800 | $355,800 |
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