Exceptional Cayuga Lake development opportunity within the historic Village of Aurora. This approx. 16-acre property offers 100 ft of level Cayuga Lake frontage with substantial acreage and tremendous potential. The property may allow a minimum of seven zoning-compliant lots along Main Street, subject to subdivision approval, zoning requirements and municipal approvals. Public water and sewer add convenience for future development. Located next to a public park and within the charming Village of Aurora, this property combines development potential with an outstanding Finger Lakes lifestyle. Enjoy boating, kayaking, fishing, swimming and everything Cayuga Lake has to offer. Nearby attractions include the Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa, MacKenzie-Childs, Long Point State Park, area golf, restaurants, shops and the renowned Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. The Finger Lakes region is known for wineries, breweries, farm-to-table dining, scenic countryside and year-round recreation. Ithaca and Cornell University are within convenient driving distance, offering additional dining, shopping, entertainment and cultural attractions. Whether envisioned for residential development, a private lakefront estate or another use permitted under local zoning, opportunities combining approximately 16 acres, prime level Cayuga Lake frontage, public utilities and the potential for multiple building lots are increasingly difficult to find. Buyer to verify intended use, zoning, utilities, subdivision potential, number of allowable lots and requirements with appropriate municipal authorities. The list price represents the opening bid. The property is offered through a sealed-bid auction process. Buyers will have a 30-day due-diligence period. All sealed bids/offers are due at the end of the 30-day period. No offers will be reviewed prior to the bid deadline. Following the deadline, all offers will be presented to and reviewed by the Seller. The Seller reserves the right to accept, reject or negotiate any offer. Only qualified development partners or buyers will be considered. Additional acreage may be available. Sealed Bids due by 9/28/26 @ 5 p.m. This is also listed as Lots/Land MLS #S1705603.

Listing courtesy of Michael Hardesty of MICHAEL DEROSA EXCHANGE (315) 532-0793



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