Cayuga County and Summerhill Town property record for 1279 E Lake Rd, Cortland, NY 13045
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,500 sqft · built 2007 |
| Lot Size | 0.133 acres (5,830 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $156,500 (Aug 2015) |
| Tax Bill | $5,553 (2026) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 055800 223.20-1-41 |
| Primary APN | 055800 223.20-1-41 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,500 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 960 sqft |
| Upper Floors Area | 382 sqft |
| Game Room | Game Room |
| Year Built | Built 2007 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2007 |
| Architectural Style | Cape Cod |
| Exterior Material | Composition/Composite |
| Lot Area | 5,830 sqft (0.133 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 120 ft deep x 50 ft wide |
| View / Lot | Waterfront / Beach |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 703 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic |
| Water Source | Well |
| Account Number | 20008010 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 1279 E LAKE RD |
| City | CORTLAND |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 13045-8911 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | 200 |
| Legal Description | 50' LAKE FRONT |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 41.000 |
| Jurisdiction | CAYUGA NY |
| Township / Civil Division | SUMMERHILL |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2024 |
| Census Tract | 40900 |
1279 E Lake Rd is owned by two individuals who bought it in August 2015.
Source: Cayuga County and Summerhill Town records, as of September 23, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 72 HUNTER RD, CHESTER, NY 10918-2651 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 14, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Aug 14, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Dec 13, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2015155110 |
| Deed Book / Page | 1593 / 129 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Mar 3, 2006 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0012560049 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 1279 E Lake Rd was $5,553, up 146.3% from the year before.
Source: Cayuga County and Summerhill Town assessment roll, as of May 1, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| County | Cayuga County |
| County Subdivision | Summerhill Town |
| Unified School District | Homer Central School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,553.00 (+146.25%) | ||
| 2025 | $2,255.00 (-0.66%) | $205,600 Land $48,300 Building $157,300 | $233,636 Land $54,886 Building $178,750 |
| 2024 | $2,270.00 (-9.67%) | ||
| 2023 | $2,513.00 | $205,600 Land $48,300 Building $157,300 | $205,600 Land $48,300 Building $157,300 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 1279 E Lake Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 100 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective April 30, 2025 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 100 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 4 (1981–2004) |
| Most Recent Claim | Apr 2004 · rainfall accumulation |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 1279 E Lake Rd is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 94% of the US · lower than 91% of New York |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
| Adjoins Burnable Land | Yes |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 68 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber | 980 / 880 |
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
4G LTE (outdoors only), no 5G reported
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