Single Family
51 Lake Drive
Active · Putnam Valley · Putnam County, NY 10537
- Bedrooms
- 3 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 3 Baths
- Year built
- 1950
- Est. monthly taxes
- $1,386.83
0 of 49 photos ready
About this home
Tucked along the shoreline with sweeping water views and your own private dock, this beautifully updated brick Cape offers the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience. Set on a picturesque lot with mature trees, stone walls, and a gently sloping lawn leading to the lake, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is a rare waterfront retreat. Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwood floors, original 1950s architectural details, and a stunning brand-new kitchen thoughtfully designed for today's lifestyle. An additional office/guest room provides flexible living space, while the inviting screened porch and expansive bi-level Trex decks create the perfect setting for entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful waterfront surroundings. The full walk-out basement offers endless possibilities for storage, recreation, or future expansion. Major updates include a new furnace, water heater, kitchen, and whole-house generator (2024), allowing you to move in with confidence. Whether you're sipping coffee on the deck, launching a kayak from your private dock, or gathering with friends on the lakeside stone patio, this exceptional property delivers the waterfront lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
Listing snapshot
- Days on site
- 59 days
- Listed on MLS
- Jun 5, 2026
- Full baths
- 3
- Half baths
- 0
- Annual property tax (MLS)
- $16,642
- Tax year
- 2025
- Listing brokerage
- BHHS Hudson Valley Properties
- MLS ID
- KEY1002738
- Last updated
- Oct 20, 2026
General features
- Property type
- Single Family
- Property subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1950
- Garage
- No
- Parking
- Off Street, On Street
- Water source
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Propane
Interior features
- Basement
- Full, Walk-Out Access
- Heating
- Hot Water, Steam
- Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Interior
- First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Open Kitchen, Original Details
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Fireplaces
- 1
Exterior features
- Architectural style
- Cape Cod
- Construction materials
- Brick
- Private pool
- No
Schools (MLS)
- Elementary school
- Putnam Valley Elementary School
- Elementary school district
- Putnam Valley
- Middle school
- Putnam Valley Middle School
- Middle school district
- Putnam Valley
- High school
- Putnam Valley High School
- High school district
- Putnam Valley
School information is provided by the MLS. Confirm attendance eligibility with the school district.
Recent activity
- Listing updated from MLS
- Price changed to $619,000
- Price changed to $629,000
- Price changed to $639,000
- First seen on this site
- MLS status changed
Location
Estimate monthly payment
Estimated monthly principal & interest—
Monthly property taxNot provided
Monthly association / maintenance feesNot provided
Estimated monthly total of entered costs—
Listing data is supplied by the MLS and may change without notice.