2021 marks Lacy Realty's 21st year, making us the area's longest-established real estate brokerage. Experience and professionalism have kept this brick-and-mortar business going with traditional customer service coupled with modern technologies.
We are the only local business to feature our own aerial photography, taken by our experienced, in-house pilot and photographer. Unlike virtual offices, Lacy Realty continues to use print advertising in addition to its internet and social media marketing.
Not only does Lacy Realty guide you through the buying and selling process but they continue to be available to you after the sale from their full service, handicapped accessible office at 176 W. Main Street in Gouverneur with off-street parking.
We feel that maintaining office hours (Monday-Friday) and being readily available by appointment after 5:00 and weekends creates great client and customer service. We also know that the “team” approach is a major asset because our sellers and buyers always get experienced brokers and professional sales associates, putting many years of combined experience to work helping them fulfill their dreams. Please stop and visit our private office at 176 West Main Street, Gouverneur with off-street parking.
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We can show you any properties listed with other real estate companies as well as our own properties.
With so many special programs available we are able to help first time home buyers with good credit purchase a home with little or no money down. Stop by our office for a list of grant programs. There is grant money available for qualified buyers. Our local lenders are featuring “no closing costs” mortgages. We can help you arrange VA mortgages with no money down and closing costs included. We also can put you in touch with lenders that will help buyers with past credit problems and high debt to income ratios.
Licensed Real Estate Broker penny@lacyrealty.net (315) 287-4194
In real estate, people sometimes base their hopes and dreams for the future on a sale or purchase and that can make for a stressful time. Penny knows the way to smooth the move is to make sure that everything runs efficiently in the background while keeping all parties informed. Creative thinking and attention to detail are two of Penny’s many strengths. As a Broker and a full-time REALTOR®, Penny handles all of Lacy Realty’s advertising and PR as well as listing and selling. She specializes in custom virtual tours using original photos taken by land, sea, or air.
When not working at Lacy Realty, Penny can be found with family and friends at her summer home on Black Lake or flying with husband Pete, an aerial photographer, in their Cessna 172. As the Broker/Owner of Lacy Realty, Penny constantly strives to ensure that the firm’s clients experience a smooth transition in buying or selling whether they are moving across the village or across the country.
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Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker REALTOR EMERITUS, G.R.I bill@lacyrealty.net
Known as the most knowledgeable and experienced REALTOR® in Gouverneur, Bill Lacy recently retired after 50 years in real estate! After retiring from teaching Social Studies at Gouverneur Central School and from the St. Lawrence County Legislature, Bill dedicated himself full-time to real estate sales. He earned the reputation of a well-informed and trustworthy professional in the Gouverneur Community.
Real estate wasn't Bill’s job, but his passion and his passion for people influenced his decision to stay licensed as an Associate Broker even after moving with wife, Hollie, to Colorado. He stays in touch with the office daily and continues to offer his invaluable support!
alex@lacyrealty.net (315) 778-1287
Alex was born and raised in Washington’s Crossing, New Jersey near the famous spot where George Washington crossed the Delaware River. He moved into the Governeur area in 1972 with his wife Nancy and resides in Fowler. Alex owned and operated a large dairy farm in the Gouverneur area for 34 years before retiring in 2006. Originally intending a slower pace after retiring, Alex was immediately captivated by real estate. He is well versed in all types of farms that operate in the area. Alex was elected to the St. Lawrence County Board of Legislators in 1993, serving as Chairman 2002-3 and most recently reelected in 2010. Alex now utilizes his negotiating skills in helping his clients move their transactions smoothly and quickly.
Lacy Realty supports Edward I Moses Walk/Run for Life by making and collecting donations and joining the walk every spring.
Does anyone know a family that hasn’t been affected by cancer? Money from the walk goes towards helping cancer victims in the North Country in practical and meaningful ways.
The Edward I. Moses Walk/Run is the primary fundraiser of the St. Lawrence County Cancer Fund. Visit their website for more information.
"We could not have asked for better representation than we received from Bill Lacy and Lacy Realty. Over 20 years ago Bill helped us to buy and sell a previous home, and there was no question that when we were ready to buy a new house he would be our first call. When we were ready to progress from online research (lacyrealty.net was a very helpful resource) to looking at houses, we called Bill. Initially we looked at some homes that were listed at Lacy Realty, but were also interested in others listed at other brokerages. Bill had told us he could arrange with other brokers to show us any house we were interested in, and carefully explained the differences between a listing broker and a buyer’s broker. We were more than happy to have Bill’s help no matter the role he might play. In the end we purchased a home that had been listed with another broker, and having Bill available as our buyer’s broker made the whole process a very smooth one. He was always there for any questions we might need answered, contacted the owners’ broker to arrange anything necessary, and advised us in all aspects of making our offer, the details of the sale, and what we needed to do for the closing. He provided any information we might need, even if we hadn’t known to ask for it, and his encyclopedic knowledge of the local real estate market was invaluable. Although we dealt mainly with Bill, Penny Bogardus and Alex MacKinnon were also helpful and supportive. We are extremely pleased with the experience we had with Lacy Realty, and would highly recommend their services to anyone interesting in buying a home in the Gouverneur area." — Dana and Marilyn Putman
"I couldn't have done it without [Bill] and Penny. Living out of state, you were my eyes and ears, advocating on my behalf. You both made a stressful situation easy and effortless on my behalf; I can't thank you enough and I am very happy with the outcome. Given the chance, I will recommend Lacy Realty to anyone buying or selling a property in northern New York." — Meg
"We were very happy with everything you did. When we put it back on market, we will be calling you." — Mark & Sue
“The exceptional services of Bill Lacy and Lacy Realty made it possible for me to purchase my vacation home on the St. Lawrence River. Their motto of “We’re Open Until You Close" truly speaks for itself. Their personalized service, around the clock availability and understanding of the real estate market is unsurpassed. Whether you have a question about inspection, a concern regarding your new mortgage calculation or an issue with closing, Bill is there with you all the way, up until the last T is crossed on the closing documents. I would highly recommend any buyer or seller to use Lacy Realty when considering the purchase or sale of a home. I’m truly glad I did! — Leslie LaMacchia