Scarsdale Homes: Coming Down in 2021

15 Oak Way will be demolished.The land use boards and Scarsdale’s Building Departments had a busy year and this trend continues into 2021.

On January 19, 2021 the Committee for Historic Preservation gave the go ahead for three home demolitions at:

231 Madison Road for a house and garage built in 1923

15 Oak Way for a house and garage built in 1916

24 Meadow Road for a house built in 1956

On Thursday February 4 at 5:30 pm, the Board of Trustees will as an Appeals Board to consider a decision denying a certificate of appropriateness to permit the demolition of a home at 11 Dolma Road. The applicants were turned down by the Committee for Historic Preservation and are now appealing to Scarsdale’s Board of Trustees to get permission to tear down the English Cottage style manor home designed by Scarsdale architect Julius Gregory and built in 1928-29. You can watch the proceedings here: https://zoom.us/j/93183703358

Here are this week’s sales and featured listings:

Sales
2 Taunton Road
Classic, chic, renovated center hall Colonial in the heart of Crane Berkley. Fabulous, bright open plan kitchen/family room, with a cathedral ceiling and skylights, expanded three years ago along the back of the house including state-of-the-art Miele appliances, honed stone counters, two dishwashers, wine fridge, built-in coffee maker, double ovens, induction cooktop and desk area. Entertain graciously in the charming dining room and formal living room with wood-burning fireplace, bay window, built-in speakers and access to a lovely covered porch for relaxing or outdoor dining. Laundry, mudroom and powder room complete the first level. The second level features a gorgeous master suite with walk-in closet and large, luxurious master bath with radiant heated floors, soaking tub, curbless steam shower, double vanity and cathedral ceiling. There are four additional bedrooms and two renovated full baths, one of which is ensuite. The lower level boasts a large rec room. Walk to park/playground, Scarsdale downtown shops, restaurants and Metro North train. Tranquil, sought-after neighborhood.
Sale Price: $1,950,000
Assessed Value: $1,300,000
Real Estate Taxes: $32,921

158 Brite Avenue
This Normandy Tudor is nestled on a picturesque street in the Greenacres section of Scarsdale. This one of kind home with all of its old world charm and meticulous detail boasts eight bedrooms and five and 1/2 baths. Includes grand sunken living room with beamed ceiling and wood-burning fireplace, and formal dining room. Get cozy in front of yet another fireplace in your family room just off the large kitchen featuring a high ceiling, skylight, pantry and breakfast nook. Up to the second level you will find a large master suite and bath, 4 additional bedroom family bedrooms and 2 baths. Third level offers 3 more bedrooms and full bath. Includes hardwood floors, antique tile work, beamed ceilings and leaded windows.
Sale Price: $1,325,000
Assessed Value: $1,128,120
Real Estate Taxes: $27,921

68 Popham Road
Elegant French Normandy Tudor in Scarsdale. Architectural details abound include a stone entryway, gleaming hardwood floors, built-in shelving, a gracious step-down living room with fireplace and French doors to adjacent family room with new 3/4 inch oak flooring. Across the vestibule is a large formal dining room with access to the gourmet chef's kitchen with high-end appliances, marble counters, pantry bar with wine cooler, plus a sunny breakfast nook with window seat. The second floor boasts a Master Bedroom Suite with large walk-in closets, marble tiled master bath with new standup shower with metropolitan glass shower door and door to private Juliet balcony with beautiful iron work and new pavers. There are three additional bright and sunny bedrooms with hall bath which has brand new Kohler Jacuzzi. Also on this level is a large laundry closet with full size washer and dryer. Third floor has an additional bedroom with full bath and a playroom. Partially finished basement with marble floor has large area with access to two-car tandem garage and door to yard. Wi-fi Smart Thermostat for heating and cooling. Recently installed 50 premium Anderson casement windows throughout the house and 6 Anderson doors.
Sale Price: $1,310,000
Assessed Value: $1,400,000
Real Estate Taxes: $35,993

68 Mount Joy Avenue
This home featuring 3 bedrooms /2 full baths has endless possibilities.Hardwood floors throughout the main and bedroom levels have been preserved through the years by wall to wall carpet (recently removed). Eat In Kitchen, dining area, living room and lower level family room flow is perfect for entertaining and has immediate access to private backyard. Central air conditioning. Roof approximately 5-7 years old. Close to all - public transportation, supermarket, and shops. Less than a 40 minute commute on Metro North to Grand Central.
Sale Price: $630,000
Assessed Value: $843,200
Real Estate Taxes: $25,783

372 Central Park Avenue Unit#4F
This sunlit unit is located on the penthouse floor at the Edgemont Coop. This updated studio feels spacious and lives like a one-bedroom with its large open concept and customized divider for privacy. Hardwood floors throughout, built-in pantry and desk. Attractive closets for additional storage and dining area. Enjoy the amenities; pool, fitness center, bicycle storage room and more. Stylish renovated lobby and hallways. New electrical and fire alarm systems throughout the building. High tech intercom system with mobile phone access. Attractive landscape in all seasons by full-time Super and Porters.
Sale Price: $119,000

Featured Listings

3 Meadow Road
Scarsdale, NY 10583
Listing Price: $2,949,000
This stunning 2015 Custom-designed home by renowned Greenwich architectural firm Alisberg Parker is a masterful example of the latest in new construction. Set on a beautiful, level .76 acre property, this home is dramatically landscaped for privacy with mature plantings, beautiful stone walls and room for a pool. Pool permit has been approved! The interior reveals quality architectural details and a great floor plan geared to easy family living and gracious entertaining. Many extras include custom-fitted closets, high-end appliances, including a wine refrigerator and two dishwashers, mudroom, three covered porches, three car garage and gravel parking court. Large master suite with two walk-in closets and en-suite marble bath; five additional large bedrooms with en-suite baths, huge second floor playroom/bonus space; expansive basement. Plenty of space for home schooling and home offices. Close to schools and transportation. Square footage includes additional 2055 square footage in lower level.
Learn more here.

30 Greenacres Avenue
Scarsdale, NY 10583
Listing Price: $2,495,000
Classic 1926 Center Hall Colonial, fully modernized in 2015 while retaining all the beautiful pre-war details. Perfect for life during the pandemic and beyond. This expansive home offers space for multiple individuals working and/or schooling from home. There is a wonderful outdoor space on the deck and spacious yard for socially-distanced get-togethers. Located near the recently renovated Greenacres elementary school as well as shops, restaurants and the 35-minute train to NYC. The open-concept eat-in kitchen features high-end appliances, granite counters and connects to the breakfast area and family room - the heart of this modernized home. The bathrooms are all tastefully renovated. Large rooms, high ceilings, gorgeous in-laid wood floors and leaded windows with custom storms interspersed with primarily Anderson windows. Walk out lower level to large yard. The perfect balance of timeless elegance and modern comfort.
Learn more here.