For sale

A Spectacular Investment Opportunity Near Lake Ontario

Acreage

435.4 ±

County

Jefferson

Price

$1,250,000

Description

An estate-sized property awaits you near the shores of Lake Ontario and in close proximity to the Thousand Islands - St Lawrence Seaway. Opportunities abound for investors, developers, wildlife and hunting/fishing enthusiasts, or make this stunning property your new home. The sprawling acreage, with more than 435 acres, is a slice of recreational heaven. This expansive property not only boasts excellent deer, turkey, and waterfowl hunting but also offers a wealth of outdoor activities right on your doorstep. This mixed-use gem offers a unique blend of open ground, tillable acreage, and natural woodlands, making it the perfect canvas for your dreams and endeavors. Whether you're an avid hunter or just starting to appreciate the thrill of the chase, this property provides exceptional deer, turkey, and waterfowl hunting experiences. Located close to the shores of Lake Ontario, over 1,700 square miles of the waters were designated in 2024 as part of the National Marine Sanctuary system, protecting this pristine waterway and its area marine life. A mere half mile away, Henderson Harbor and Lake Ontario beckon anglers of all levels. Catch a variety of prized fish species, including Lake trout, steelhead, salmon, pike, and perch. It's a fisherman's dream come true! Henderson Harbor offers opportunities for boating and sailing adventures, while Cape Vincent and the entry to the Thousand Islands - St Lawrence Seaway is only 30 miles away. From an investment or development standpoint, this parcel is generally level, with over 92+/- acres in active use for agriculture, and over 336+/- acres in woodland, as well as remaining undeveloped scrub land. The property offers ready access to electricity and, along County Route 72, access to municipal water. The property is located in the Business (B) zone along NYS Route 3, as well as Residential (R-15) and Agricultural-Residential (AR-40) zoning districts. There are multiple potential development scenarios for mixed-use in Jefferson County, leveraging local planning resources, zoning flexibility, and infrastructure access to attract residential subdivision (single-family or clustered housing), commercial corridor development (retail, service businesses, or light industrial), or agricultural/wildlife investment (farm-to-table operations, hunting leases, or eco-lodges). Jefferson County offers resources to guide development, including the Community Planning and Development Office. Currently, there are two leases in place: one with a local farmer for the use of the ag fields, and another with a neighbor who provides security and fence maintenance in exchange for hunting rights. With minimal additional investment at this time, the property could potentially provide an additional $20 - $25K+ in revenue with small hunting camp(s), hunting rights, and farm leases. Don't miss out on an outstanding investment opportunity for a property in a world-class wildlife area, renowned for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation/hunting, as well as agriculture, with additional opportunities for residential and/or commercial development.

Summary

Property

Fencing

Electric

Road Surface

Pavement, Blacktop/Asphalt, Gravel, Dirt

Property Type

Recreational Land, Timberland, Hunting Land

Road Frontage

State Highway, County Road

Approximate Distances

0.5 mi	Henderson Harbor
19 mi	Watertown
30 mi	Thousand Islands
71 mi	Syracuse

Address NYS Route 3, Lot#WP001 Henderson, NY 13650

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Details

2024 this area of 1700+ sq miles of Lake Ontario designated as Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary
Onlly 30 miles to Cape Vincent and entry to the Thousand Islands - St. Lawrence Seaway
Annual lease is currently nearly $7k a year to local farmer
Private hunting rights license to neighbor includes security and fence maintenance along with additional annual payment
Very possible with the addition of small hunting camp, hunting rights and farm lease: annual rev. could exceed $25k
Premier hunting grounds
Excellent deer and turkey hunting
Year-round outdoor recreation
Fishing paradise
Boating and sailing
Dining and shopping
Investors and developers dream