Home Sales: Happy Days Are Here Again

The outlook for the spring market looks bright with three huge home sales this week. Two renovated homes and a new home sold in the $6 million range, prices we haven't seen in recent years. Though some feared the new tax code could depress real estate values, it appears that, at least on the high end, it's a market booster. What do you think is driving the luxury home market? Post your comments below, and please include your name.

Take a look at these homes:

21 Hampton Road

Grand, Fox Meadow home entirely renovated and expanded in 2006. Exquisite craftsmanship, millwork, and finest finishes throughout. Meticulously designed and appointed for intimate living and gracious entertaining. Expansive chef's kitchen has large eat-in dining, butler's pantry, La Cornue Chateau range and ovens, two Wolf ovens, Miele dishwashers, and custom sinks, Sub-Zero separate full-sized refrigerator and freezer, and wine cooler, and endless storage. The home has a private master suite with sitting room, Italian marble en-suite and his/hers custom walk-ins, 5 large bedrooms with private/en-suite baths, 3 half-baths, luxe living and dining areas, family/media room, library, playroom, wine cellar, and cabana. An unparalleled screened porch with wood burning fireplace opens to lush grounds, sprawling terraces, heated large pool/spa, and built-in Viking BBQ. Prime private corner property on tranquil street; walk to schools and villages.

Sale Price: $6,750,000
Real Estate Taxes: $106,325
Assessed Valuue: $4,375,000

69 Mamaroneck Road

Custom built 13,767 residence in Murray Hill on over 1.2 acres of landscaped property. Seven bedrooms, 11 baths with two-story family room with floor to ceiling windows and views of a potential pool site. Fully finished attic ideal for movie theatre and walk out lower level with cabana changing room with full spa bath, laundry, gym area, wine tasting room, game room, media room and en suite bedroom with two walk out stairs to beautiful property. There is also a 3 car garage with covered carport and equipped for electric car charging station.

Sale Price: $6,750,000
Real Estate Taxes: TBD

26 Murray Hill Road

All-brick Georgian on 1.11 acre of beautifully landscaped property with pool and pool house in Murray Hill. Residence has been completely renovated and expanded to create one of Scarsdale's most coveted properties. Uber modern interior features 9 foot ceilings, walls of windows, glorious southern exposures, open, spacious rooms and quality craftsmanship thru-out. Edgy Manhattan-inspired interior design, fully move-in ready Play basketball or swim laps in the pool. Entertain guests in grand style or enjoy a casual bar-b-q on the patio with outdoor kitchen. Sound system, first floor nanny/guest quarters, generator, 3-car garage. 6,905 square feet does not include finished lower level or pool house.

Sale Price: $5,975,000
Real Estate Taxes: $118,358
Assessed Value: $5,310,383

24 Doris Drive

The original model home from Palladino builders sited on the highest elevation in the entire cul de sac. Split level offers an abundance of space inside and out, situated on a 3/4 acre. Sun-drenched living room with a wood burning fireplace and expansive bay windows overlooking the neighborhood. Dining room with sliders to a stone patio and a gorgeously landscaped oasis bordered by mature trees. An updated kitchen with natural wood cabinets and granite countertops. Upstairs are three bedrooms, including a large, sunlit Master bedroom with full master bathroom. Edgemont School District.

Sale Price: $1,269,000
Real Estate Taxes: $26,878
Assessed Value: $840,000

Featured Listings

67 Chase Road, Scarsdale
Unique new construction privately set in the heart of Fox Meadow, a stone's throw from Scarsdale Village, offering a light filled space and 20-foot entry. Sleek kitchen design by JEM woodworking compliments the enjoyment of the sun-drenched open floor plan making entertaining and intimate gatherings a delight. This one-of-a-kind home is designed by the award winning collaboration of architect Christina Griffin & Diamond Property Development and has 7 beds/51/2 baths. Offering supreme privacy. Occupancy July '18. Learn more here:

12 Hampton Road, Scarsdale
Comfortable, livable luxury in Fox Meadow! Young classic home offers over 5,000 square feet within a stone's throw to schools, Scarsdale Village, Library and parks. Expansive gourmet kitchen with premier appliances, tons of counter space and cabinets and a fabulous centered island adjoins the family French doors lead to stone patios and play yards, plus there is a large lower level mudroom and recreation/playroom. The master suite will not disappoint with a tray ceiling, 2 outfitted walk-in closets, dressing area and sumptuous private bath. All four upstairs bedrooms are en-suite with walk-in closets, and there is an additional bedroom and full bath in the lower level. A magnetic opportunity in the heart of Fox Meadow! Learn more here:

Open House

8 Murray Hill Road, Scarsdale
OPEN HOUSE, Sunday Feburary 25, 1-3pm

Neoclassical architecture with modern conveniences in this Murray Hill Classic. Home has been newly renovated to appeal to today's buyer. Learn more here:

List Price: $2,275,000

17 Columbus Circle, Eastchester
OPEN HOUSE, Sunday, February 25 1-4pm

Pristine and sun-filled this fabulous home is set majestically on .27 of an acre; with a very private backyard. Close to all. Learn more here:

List Price: $1,325,000