For sale

$169,000

80 acres

83 Twin Ponds Drive #83Duane Center, NY 12952

Land and lots · MLS 11979435 · Listed 46 days ago (Sep 14, 2026)

6.4 mi straight line to Titus Mountain Family Ski Center (alpine resort) · Ski access details

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About this land

Discover your own private sanctuary with this extraordinary 80-acre property on the northern edge of the Adirondacks, bordering over 5,000 acres of State Land. Encompassing a significant portion of Sugar Hill, the acreage offers a quick hike to the summit for spectacular, miles-long views of unspoiled wilderness. With abundant wildlife and legendary trout fishing, it is the ideal sportsman's retreat. Property and Twin Ponds Preserve highlights include: - Prime Location: Bordering state land with a private, gated entrance for peace of mind when you are away. - Ready to Build: Includes access to electricity and high-speed internet. - Exclusive Water Access: Deeded private lake access in two areas, complete with canoe storage, a common pavilion, a boat launch, and a beach for landowners. - Pristine Natural Environment: Twin Ponds Preserve features 500 acres of water and 7 miles of shoreline. It is one of the few motor-free lakes with no public access points in the Adirondacks. - World-Class Recreation: Enjoy trophy brook trout fishing (State Fisheries program, catch-and-release only) and hiking trails with beautiful lake and mountain views. Come explore everything this property and the Twin Ponds Preserve have to offer.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Ski access and nearby skiing

Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.

Nearby ski areas with straight-line distance
Ski areaTypeStraight-line distanceMeasured to
Titus Mountain Family Ski CenterNY · homes near itAlpine resort6.4 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive CenterNY · homes near itNordic center18 miVisitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead
Whiteface MountainNY · homes near itAlpine resort34 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Mt. Van Hoevenberg Cross Country (ORDA)NY · homes near itNordic center39 miLot C, Mt. Van HoevenbergVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead

Also nearby: Mt. Pisgah Recreation Center (local ski area, 27 mi); ADK Heart Lake Winter Trails (nordic center, 40 mi).

Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 8:36 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.

Ski access claims

The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.

Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Kirk Goodrow of NY OUTDOOR REALTY LLC.

How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim

Facts

List price
$169,000
Status
For sale
Property type
Land and lots
Lot size
80 acres
County
Albany County
HOA / association fee
$760 monthly
MLS number
11979435
Annual property tax
$3,334

Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.

Location

Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Duane Center.

Price and status history

    Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.

    Estimate a monthly payment

    $33,800
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    Estimated monthly payment

    $1,942 per month

    Principal and interest$855
    Property tax$278
    Homeowners insurance$50
    HOA dues$760
    Loan amount$135,200
    Total interest over the term$172,440

    An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.

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    Questions to ask before you buy

    Good questions for any home near the slopes.

    1. How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
    2. Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
    3. Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
    4. Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
    5. What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
    6. For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.

    Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget

    Guides and next steps

    Listing courtesy of NY OUTDOOR REALTY LLC. Listing agent: Kirk Goodrow. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

    Listing updated Sep 16, 2026, 7:03 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 8:31 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.