56 Raccoon Island Road
$650,000
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Description
This vintage lake front summer cottage is located on Raccoon Island less than one hour from New York City! This is the only island in Lake Hopatcong with a ferry. You simply drive your car onto the ferry and you're easily transported from the mainland to the island. This is one of the reasons why many people have been Raccoon Island homeowners for decades. Having to travel to your home by ferry makes the island seem like a "vacation destination" and it is. The island is quiet and peaceful, car traffic...This vintage lake front summer cottage is located on Raccoon Island less than one hour from New York City! This is the only island in Lake Hopatcong with a ferry. You simply drive your car onto the ferry and you're easily transported from the mainland to the island. This is one of the reasons why many people have been Raccoon Island homeowners for decades. Having to travel to your home by ferry makes the island seem like a "vacation destination" and it is. The island is quiet and peaceful, car traffic is minimal and many people say when you're vacationing on Raccoon Island it doesn't even seem like you're in New Jersey. This is an older home with the charm of days gone by yet features 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a fireplace. There is even a rocking chair front porch and the sunset views across the water are amazing. The huge property measures 0.6 acres with more than 200' of shoreline. And there is almost 1,000 square feet of dock providing lots of space for boats, kayaks, canoes and all type of water toys. The water is deep here and it's great for swimming and fishing. If you have ever dreamed of owning a home on an island this may be the chance to make your dream come true. Call now for more information. The ferry fee is $8.
- Listed by CHRISTOPHER J. EDWARDS • RE/MAX TOWN & VALLEY II
Property Details for 56 Raccoon Island Road
Style
Lakestyle
DirectionsProspect Point Rd to Chincopee Rd to end. Take ferry onto Raccoon Island Rd. Go almost to the end. The house is on right side.
Days On Market69
Primary StyleLakestyle
Section/Subdiv/DevelopmentLake Hopatcong lake front
LISTING UPDATED: 10/21/2024 12:29 PM
Property Details for 56 Raccoon Island Road
Status | Active |
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MLS # | 3927459 |
Days on Market | 79 |
Taxes | $10,653 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Residential / Single Family |
Year Built | 1920 |
Lot Size | 0.67 AC / 29,185 SF |
County | Morris County |
Building Information for 56 Raccoon Island Road
Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.67 AC / 29,185 SF
Property Information for 56 Raccoon Island Road
Property History for 56 Raccoon Island Road
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 56 Raccoon Island Road
Taxable ValueLand$228,400Additions$135,700Total$364,100
Tax Record2023$10,654 ($888 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,448 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,448 SqFtStories2Lot Size29,272 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningR-40CountyMORRISAPN14 00013-0000-00006
Schools near 56 Raccoon Island Road
This home is within Jefferson Township School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | PK to 1 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Public - | 2 to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School PublicPK to 1 | ||
Jefferson Twp Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Jefferson Twp High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Arthur Stanlick Elementary School Public2 to 5 |
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