Real Estate: How Neighbors Can Create Open Space Plus Sales and Open Houses
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- Written by Joanne Wallenstein
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Last year I was dismayed to see another house being torn down on Paddington Road -- but later surprised to find that after the rubble was cleared nothing was put up in its place. The property at 1 Paddington Road, pictured here, is an open lot planted with new large conifers. No massive house has been built. Why?
Curious, I took a look at the Village property records and made inquiries at various Village Hall departments and learned that a developer purchased the property in 2016 and tore down the house (built in 1951,) along with ten trees. As construction was underway for a new big house, a neighbor at an adjoining property at 9 Wayside Lane purchased the lot from the builder. Though it is still a separate tax parcel and building lot, it remains vacant and undeveloped for now.
According to Village records, this is not the first time neighbors have paid to create open space next to their homes.
The original home at 1 Paddington Road
Birchall Drive homeowners purchased two lots, adjacent to the 8.12 acre-residential property they already owned. In 2012, they bought a .88-acre residential property at 15 Kelwynne Road, subsequently tearing down the house and in 2015 they purchased a 1.43 acre-residential parcel at 91 Birchall Drive and proceeded to tear down that house and create a 10.43 acre property. This is the second largest property in Scarsdale after the 14.95 acre Winston Estate at 256 Griffen Avenue.
Heathcote Road homeowners also appear to have made a similar decision. In 
The open lot as it now stands at 1 Paddington Road.2005, the owner of 185 Heathcote Road purchased an adjacent 1.31 acre lot at 189 Heathcote Road and in 2007 demolished a large Tudor home on the lot. Though they filed an application to build a new house there in 2010 they later withdrew the permit. Instead, an aerial photo shows what looks like a putting green and sand trap on the property – a nice use of the open space.
Quaker Ridge Golf Club also opted to expand their footprint by purchasing a home adjacent to the golf course in 2014. The house at 54 Bradford Road is 6,115 square feet and sits on 1.2 acres, a nice addition to the golf course. Though we don’t know for sure, the golf club may have purchased the property to prevent homeowners from complaining about errant golf balls that might fly in, as was the case on Brittany Close, on the other side of Quaker Ridge. The 54 Bradford Road parcel, however, is likely difficult for redevelopment, as there is a creek running through it.
In making inquiries I also learned that if a property becomes available, it can be purchased by a group of adjacent neighbors and subdivided. Though this may take some legal work, an application for subdivision can be filed and the property can be apportioned and added to the neighboring lots.
So if the house next door to you is up for sale, and you don’t want a larger new house to be built, consider your options for converting the lot into open space.
Sales
3 Brookfield Lane3 Brookfield Lane: Modern Scarsdale home in Heathcote on over 1 acre of park-like property. Set on a private cul-de-sac, this home is close to the Scarsdale middle school, tennis courts and field. Soaring ceilings and oversized windows provide great natural light. There is a spacious gourmet eat in kitchen. A wrap around flagstone patio overlooks a waterfall cascading into the pool. Over 6,000 square feet of living space ideal for entertaining and everyday gatherings. Dramatic entry with vaulted ceilings and herringbone cherry wood floors. 3 car heated garage, library, and two master bedroom suites. The unfinished lower level has a full bath and offers a vast canvas to build. Lots of closets throughout with built ins. House elevator and generator.
Sale Price: $2,710,000
Assessed Value: $3,000,897
Real Estate Taxes: $65,291
44 Franklin Road44 Franklin Road: 5 bedroom, 5.1 bath CH Colonial completely renovated & expanded in 2007. Large entry hall, living room with fireplace, formal dining room, gourmet eat in kitchen with walk-in pantry, family room with built-ins and adjoining reading room, Mudroom/Butlers Pantry, wet bar, Second level master suite with deluxe Master bath and 4 large bedrooms. Recreation room, laundry room, Bar & Wine Cellar all in lower level. Bluestone patio & stunning yard.
Sale Price: $2,330,000
Assessed Value: $1,800,000
Real Estate Taxes: $43,934
23 Butler Road23 Butler Road: Mid-Century custom home on level .76 acres in the heart of Fox Meadow. There are five bedrooms, three full baths and one half bath. Sunlight abounds when you enter the foyer with powder room, living room with big windows, dining room, eat-in kitchen with door to patio and family room. Up a few steps is the master bedroom and bath, two bedrooms and a hall bath. Up a few more steps are two bedrooms and hall bath. The lower level has a second family room and door to two-car garage, and below there is an unfinished large open basement with laundry.
Sale Price: $1,918,000
Assessed Value: $1,475,000
Real Estate Taxes: $31,991
53 Highridge Road53 Highridge Road: Adjoining the Scarsdale Country Club, this house Edgemont school district, offers construction of the circa 1936-era in which it was built, and has been revitalized for today's current style. This home includes a kitchen/family room, a home office with vaulted ceiling, multiple bedrooms and recreational spaces. The rear property offers a bluestone patio and planted gardens which allows plenty of room to enjoy play and entertain.
Sale Price: $1,730,000
Assessed Value: $1,450,000
Real Estate Taxes: $48,264
197 Lyons Road197 Lyons Road: Located conveniently near the elementary school, the commuter bus to Scarsdale Village and train and across from Davis Park playground and field. Features include an open floor plan on the first floor with a center foyer leading to the living room with French doors, a formal dining room and a family room with fireplace that opens to the stunning kitchen with granite counters and new stainless steel appliances. Sliding doors lead to the private deck . Upstairs the large master bedroom and three more bedrooms. Downstairs has two versatile rooms, a full bath and laundry.
Sale Price: $1,250,000
Assessed Value: $1,075,000
Real Estate Taxes: $26,120
6 Ross Road6 Ross Road: renovated and expanded colonial just steps from the Scarsdale Library, on a cul-de-sac street with a landscaped center island. This 1940 house has all new Marvin windows in 2007; a solid cherry wood door imported from Maine with custom leaded-glass sidelights; a new eat-in kitchen in 2014 with granite countertops, full-height cabinets with soft-close doors/drawers and stainless steel appliances including a wine refrigerator; radiant-heated floors in the master bathroom and en-suite bathroom; an air Jacuzzi plus a shower stall in the master bathroom with its soaring ceiling and Palladium window.
Sale Price: $1,250,000
Assessed Value: $1,077,348
Real Estate Taxes: $23,675
197 Webster Road197 Webster Road: Classic fieldstone and shingle, center hall Colonial with its very convenient location! Impeccably maintained with fine architectural details, sun-filled, spacious rooms, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, total 2507 sq. ft. including large playroom. Special features: Exceptional curb appeal, two car attached garage, charming three seasons porch, two patios and hardwood floors
Sale Price: $1,195,000
Assessed Value: $882,375
Real Estate Taxes: $21,711
170 Bell Road170 Bell Road: Conveniently located Dutch Colonial in the Edgewood Elementary District of Scarsdale. The entry foyer with two closets opens to a living room with brick fireplace. Adjoining the living room, is a sunroom. The layout flows to a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen and a family room overlooking the backyard. Upstairs, there are three full-size bedrooms and a full bathroom. Wall unit air conditioners recently replaced. All windows have been replaced. Basement is large and unfinished with commode.
Sale Price: $690,000
Assessed Value: $700,000
Real Estate Taxes: $17,000
4 Theresa Lane4 Theresa Lane: Located on a very quiet private cul-de-sac area. Close to school, shop, restaurant, and public transportation. 4 bedrooms with a large closet and 2.5 bathrooms, sunny and bright living room has an easy access to deck. In-ground pool and beautiful backyard. Automated 2 car garage door, alarm system, sprinkler system, central air, central vac. Needs renovations.
Sale Price: $672,000
Assessed Value: $22,300
Real Estate Taxes $25,469
Featured Listings
10 Leatherstocking Lane10 Leatherstocking Lane, Scarsdale
This is your chance to live on your own private retreat with a freshwater koi pond in Heathcote! Built with great integrity, this high-quality modern home offers so many wonderful details with its five bedrooms, three full, two half baths. Enjoy a two story basketweave fireplace in the great room. Learn more here. 
List Price: $2,200,000
55 Penn Boulevard55 Penn Boulevard, Scarsdale
Re-invented and re-designed by a visionary architect in 1995. Expansive, open and with seamless transitions from one space to the next, this most unusual, luxurious and livable home delivers an exceptional lifestyle. The living room and dining room are a continuous space overlooking the lush backyard. Learn more here.
List Price: $2,495,000
Open Houses
4 Thornwood Place4 Thornwood Place, Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/5 and 5/6: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Sunny, open and airy three bedroom home offers hardwood floors and cathedral ceilings throughout the living and dining room. Freshly painted lower level, new furnace with digital thermostats and double-paned windows, set on .25 of an acre with a stunning backyard. Steps from Corell Park
Learn more here.
List Price: $968,000
28 Bradford Road28 Bradford Road, Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/6: 11:30am-1:00pm
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5 Maple Ridge Court
5 Maple Ridge Court,Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/6: 1:00pm-2:30pm
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79 Edgemont Road
79 Edgemont Road
Public Open House- 5/6: 1:00pm-3:00pm
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4 Crawford Lane
4 Crawford Lane, Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/6: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
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25 Bretton Road
25 Bretton Road, Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/6: 2:30pm-4:30pm
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8 Thornwood Place
8 Thornwood Place, Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/6: 1:00pm -3:00pm
Stylish Arts and Crafts home with plenty of space for sleep, study, play and recreation. Features eat-in-kitchen with Stainless Steel appliances and granite counters plus sliders to spacious deck perfect for summer entertaining. Truly a must see!
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List Price: $1,299,000
6 Barker Lane
6 Barker Road, Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/6: 1:00p-3:00p
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12 Wynmor Road
12 Wynmor Road, Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/6: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
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4 Crawford Lane
4 Crawford Lane, Scarsdale
Public Open House- 5/6: 2:00pm- 4:00pm
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Historic Home on Dolma Road Sold Plus Weekend Open Houses
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12 Dolma RoadThis week, a historic house at 12 Dolma Road was sold. The house was the subject of fierce debate after the Committee for Historic Preservation voted to preserve it and the Scarsdale Board of Trustees overturned their decision. The entire Committee for Historic Preservation subsequently resigned, finding that no homes in Scarsdale could be preserved under the existing code. See below for the description of the home, which promises that the new owners can raze it.
Sales:
12 Dolma Road: House has been approved for demolition. Prospective buyer can choose to present plans for a new house to be built, or renovate existing house. choice is yours! On a spectacularly beautiful setting, this 5 bedroom, 4.2 bath sun-filled French Normandy home, is on over 1 acre in the sought after Murray Hill Estate Area. Expansive upper bluestone patio and dramatic terraced rock garden lead to the Shoreline in ground pool with separate whirlpool spa, and custom brick deck for fabulous entertaining. Correct assessed value computes to $3,121,000.
And the property is already for sale, listed at $8.250,000 for an 8 bath, 10 bedroom, 11,000 square house to built to the new owner's specifications. Here's what the listing says, "Ready to fulfill your dreams? Customize with premier Scarsdale builder and architect to create the home you've always wanted. The 1.22 acres of level land is ideal for a grand main house, plus an outdoor pool and pool house. Extremely rare opportunity to build a new home on Dolma Road, a preeminent location in the Estate section of Murray Hill. Yes, you can have it all...WELCOME TO PURE CUSTOM! Bring your imagination and have what you want."
Sale Price: $2,750,000
Real Estate Taxes: $66,670
Assessed Value: $2,825,000
56 Harvest Drive56 Harvest Drive: Stunning modern Colonial in mint condition on 1/2 acre, conveniently located in great Scarsdale neighborhood, close to all! This impressive 2003 built home has soaring ceilings, open floor plan, finest quality millwork, grand 2-story entry hall with mosaic medallion, high arched doorways, oversized living room with fireplace, dramatically large formal dining room, spacious St. Charles kitchen with island and separate eating area, adjacent family room with fireplace, maid's room with full bath, powder room, back stairs, mudroom, laundry, EZ access to 3-car garage. Other amenities include luxuriously large MBR with sumptuous Master Bath. 4 additional large bedrooms plus 3 full baths all on second floor. Huge, fully finished walk-out lower level with recreation room and exercise area. Gas heat, multi-zone HVAC, CAT 5 wiring and sound systems. Walk to public tennis courts, Scarsdale swimming pool, playgrounds, nursery school, ball fields, horse riding stables, local shops and restaurants.
Sale Price: $2,010,000
Real Estate Taxes: $59,194
Assessed Value: $2,425,000
45 Ferncliff Road45 Ferncliff Road: Stunning English country home. The first level features a fabulous open-plan, renovated, high-end kitchen/family room, formal living room with wood-burning fireplace leading to a heated sunroom, formal dining room with bay window, mud area and powder room. The second level boasts a luxurious master bedroom suite with a sitting room, walk-in closet and large bath, three additional spacious bedrooms and two hall baths. The third level includes a sitting or play area, bedroom and full bath, perfect for guests, as well as a storage room. A gym area, legal half-bath, laundry area, storage and utilities can be found on the lower level. The yard features a lovely patio off of the family room and is level and private. This home has been recently updated and is in beautiful, move-in condition on a pretty and peaceful street.
Sale Price: $1,480,000
Real Estate Taxes: $30,110
Assessed Value: $1,240,000
Featured Listings:
40 Greendale Road40 Greendale Road:This modern home with state-of-the-art finishes is located on one of Scarsdale's most picturesque and tranquil settings. Enjoy a stroll or walk your dog directly across in scenic Georges Field (a tranquil town-owned parcel of open land). This five bedroom, five bath home is on .72 of an acre in the Grange, an estate section of Scarsdale. Enjoy the luxurious, recently renovated Bilotta Cook's Kitchen, fully equipped with all high-end appliances and the finest beautifully modern-styled marble bathrooms (styled by a highly sought-after designer). This home's front exterior has handsome stacked stone details; the back has a new Trex deck to accommodate all the parties you will host. As you approach the home, you immediately feel a sense of tranquility and peace from the serene surroundings, and will fall in love with romantic views, all of which are captured from most of the rooms superb exposures. A truly meticulous home in a very special setting, one that is a rare find in all regards. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,995,000
16 Dunham Road16 Dunham Road: Collet built Colonial in tranquil centrally located Heathcote neighborhood. Completely renovated in 2001, this exquisite home features Christopher Peacock kitchen, baths, 200 year slate roof, copper gutters and leaders, HVAC, Pella windows, doors, 500 bottle temperature controlled wine cellar and more! Every detail is thoughtfully planned and executed using premium materials. The first floor boasts beautiful entertaining rooms, a Chef's kitchen, breakfast room, mudroom, full bath and den. The lower level is a paradise with an elegant family room complete with fireplace and windows, an exercise room w/glass pocket doors opening to the playroom, and a guest/maid's room and bath, soundproofed music room and laundry. Upstairs is a master suite oasis with separate sitting room and spa bathroom and three generous bedrooms each with a new bathroom. The home is located in the sought after Sherbrooke Park neighborhood which consists of a handful of streets with only one exit to Drake Road.
List Price: $3,250,000
Open Houses
6 Cambridge Road6 Cambridge Road, Scarsdale
List Price: $3,650,000
OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY, 4/28, 1-3pm
Newly constructed exquisite 6 bedroom, Colonial is set on a level half acre. Designed with an impressive array of amenities for the discerning buyer. Learn more here:
8 Murray Hill Road
8 Murray Hill Road, Scarsdale
List Price: $1,995,000
OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY, 4/29, 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:
109 Club Pointe Drive109 Club Pointe Drive, White Plains
List Price: $1,525,000
OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY, 4/29 1-4pm
Spectacular classic Colonial sits on .92 acres, overlooking 15th fairway of a private golf course. A guest/au-pair suite with its ow private entrance. Learn more here:
43 Kensington Oval
43 Kensington Oval, New Rochelle
List Price: $1,339,999
OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY, 4/29 1-4pm
New Price. Overlooking the Long Island Sound with mesmerizing panoramic water views. Bright, beautiful & renovated Ranch located in the Isle of Sans Souci. Learn more here:
23 Bradford Road23 Bradford Road
List Price: $2,775,000
Open House Sunday 4/29 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
This one of a kind property is the private sanctuary you have been looking for! Stunning seclusion on .66 acres with a gorgeous pool, overflowing hot tub, blue stone patios, mahogany decking, stainless outdoor kitchen and indoor/outdoor wet bar, all nestled beautifully with professional landscape. Learn more here:
28 Bradford Road28 Bradford Road
List Price: $1,799,000
Open House Sunday 4/29 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Iconic center hall Colonial on one of Scarsdale's prettiest streets. This expanded Colonial offers everything you are looking for in space and layout. The generous kitchen situated in the rear of the home offers plenty of counter and cabinet space & has a door out to a private patio and yard perfect for entertaining! Learn more here:
46 Madison Road46 Madison Road
List Price: $820,000
Open House: Sunday April 29, 1-3 pm.
Picture perfect Eastchester home in a highly sought after location is the home you have been waiting for. The prettiest curb appeal and modern renovations (2010-2016) make this home turn-key ready. A light and bright first floor opens with a stunning entry leading to a lovely living room with wood burning fireplace. Learn more here:
12 Wynmor Road12 Wynmor Road
List Price $2,499,000
Open House: Sunday April 29 1-3 pm:
This new construction colonial is located in one of the most convenient neighborhoods in Scarsdale. The 6,160 square foot open floor plan includes seven bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths. The first floor features a Grand two-story entry hall with gracious curved staircase, large sunlit living room/dining room combination, expansive state-of-the-art kitchen with high end appliances (2 dishwashers), butler's pantry, spacious family room with fireplace, study/guest bedroom/bath with separate outside entrance. Learn more here:
7 Barry Road7 Barry Road
List Price: $925,000
Open House, Sunday April 29, 1-3 pm
Delightful Colonial on coveted street in sought after Edgewood neighborhood. Flow is open, expansive. The inviting sun room/den is off the main hall, opposite a large living room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and numerous windows. Contiguous to the living room is an equally impressive dining room--so conducive to entertaining friends and family for all occasions! The galley kitchen is wide, bright and leads to a sunny deck overlooking a lovely backyard. Learn more here:
1144 Post Road1144 Post Road
List Price: $1,338,000
Open House Sunday April 29, 1-3 pm
Buyer's opportunity to finish this 1931 English Cotswold home as buyer chooses! House to be sold in current incomplete status. The open floor design on the main floor awaits the kitchen and finish flooring. The expansion includes 5 bedrooms and 5 en-suite baths, to be final-finished. There is a bedroom/bath on the 1st floor, with the master bedroom/bath and 2 additional bedrooms/baths on the 2nd floor. Learn more here:
172 Fox Meadow Road
172 Fox Meadow Road
List Price: $2,050,000
Open House Sunday April 29, 1:30-3:00 pm
Much admired brick Center Hall Colonial of incomparable quality and size w/classic proportions and exquisite architectural detail is perfectly sited on .39 acres of private property in the sweet spot of Fox Meadow. Learn more here:
Real Estate: Sotheby's Donates $6,500 to Build a Home in Haiti Plus Sales and Featured Listings
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William Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty has partnered with New Story, a 501c3 non-profit, to build communities in Haiti, El Salvador and Bolivia, working with local partners to transform slums into safe, life-changing communities. Each home costs just $6,500 and is given to a family in need to impact their lives for generations to come. The Scarsdale office contributed $6500 to build one home.
“Our company is dedicated to partnering with philanthropic organizations that make a meaningful difference in the world,” said Paul Breunich, President and CEO of William Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty. “We are proud that our latest partnership is with New Story, a non-profit that works toward transforming dangerous living environments in the developing world into communities of safe, sustainable homes.”
After several natural disasters including a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake in 2010, and a powerful hurricane in 2016, Haiti’s infrastructure has been severally impacted. So far the company’s brokerages in New Canaan, Wilton and Scarsdale, as well as its corporate office in Stamford, have completed a home for a family in need. The company has committed to building 21 homes company-wide.
New Story has created an innovative and more transparent model than the traditional charitable giving experience. Operations costs that the charity might incur are paid for through a separate group of investors, meaning every dollar given to New Story through donations goes directly to building homes.
“Our 100 percent model and move-in videos are how we’re providing a unique experience for donors,” said Brett Hagler, CEO of New Story. “We don’t want giving to just be a transaction. We strive to create an experience that truly shows donors how much their donation means to these families.”
“New Story does even more than build houses – they provide jobs and economic stability for the communities they service,” Breunich said. “By hiring local labor and purchasing domestic materials, New Story helps to boost the economies of the countries where they work.”
Sales
29 Quentin Road: Renovated Heathcote colonial near Scarsdale Middle School. Unwind and relax on the patio with awning off the living room or have your meals alfresco on beautiful evenings. New kitchen farm sink, Statuario marble counters, stainless steel appliances, pot filler, Thermador convection oven & cooktop. All new baths, HVAC, lawn sprinkler system, blue stone walkways and patios, alarm system.
Sale Price: $1,690,000
Real Estate Taxes: $40,273
Assessed Value: $1,575,000
165 Ferndale Road: Expanded Edgemont Colonial with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and open layout. Bright gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, stainless appliances, granite counters, large island/breakfast bar and eat-in area adjacent to great family room with lots of windows. New master suite with luxurious master bath, walk-in closet plus unfinished bonus space. Additional 364 square feet in lower level finished room. Gas line to barbecue.
Sale Price: $1,175,000
Real Estate Taxes: $29,633
Assessed Value: $922,100
Featured Listings
161 Brite Avenue, Scarsdale
Fabulous Colonial home in the heart of Greenacres on a tranquil tree lined street. Lovely finishes and fine architectural details throughout. This is the perfect home for everyday living and entertaining. Learn more here:
17 Circle Road, Scarsdale
Welcome home to a refreshing blend of a brick-and-shingle Colonial style home Scarsdale is known for, paired together with uncompromising-in-quality and ultra-lux modern amenities with extreme light-filled interiors today's buyers desire. Learn more here:
Disappointing First Quarter Homes Sales for 2018
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Home sales for 2018 are off to a slow start in Scarsdale, while Edgemont appears to be holding its own. For the first quarter of 2018 there were just 26 closings in Scarsdale, in comparison to 48 for the first quarter of 2017, a 46% drop, while in Edgemont, 11 homes closed in the first quarter of both 2017 and 2018.
The median selling price in Scarsdale was also lower - $1,778,000 for 1Q 17 vs. $1,601,000 in 1Q 18. This is surprising, because there were three sales in the $6 million range in February. In Edgemont, the median sale price fell from $1,350,000 in 1Q 18 to $1,190,000 for the first quarter of this year.
Could we be feeling the effects of President Trump’s new tax bill that limits mortgage deductions and eliminates the deduction for real estate taxes? Perhaps it has decreased the buying power of potential customers. In addition, the funky spring weather, power outage, spring snowstorms and colder than average temperatures could not have helped. With all these weather challenges, homebuyers may have been discouraged from driving north.
Despite these grim statistics, there were some sales this week – and there will be many open houses this coming weekend, when the forecast is for sunshine and warmer temps.
Explaining the sales results, Brad Kimmelman, Managing Broker at Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s said, “Uncertainty surrounding the new tax bill in November and December of 2017 fueled fear in buyers which halted deposits and contracts that effected closings in the first quarter of 2018. The weather was no help either. Deposits and contracts are way up going into Q2 and we are expecting a robust remainder of 2018!"
(Stats from Julia B. Sotheby’s Spring Market Watch)
Sales
28 Lawrence Road28 Lawrence Road: Bright and sunny home with 6 bedrooms all with their own ensuite bathrooms, including a first floor bedroom. Wonderful flow with the family room located next to the over-sized gourmet chef's kitchen with an island, top of the line appliances, and special veined quartz countertops. Great mudroom off the garage. Fabulous lower level with nanny suite and huge play area. Much needed closet space throughout. The master bedroom suite has a luxurious marble bathroom with separate tub and shower plus 2 walk-in fitted closets.
Sale Price: $2,434,198
Real Estate Taxes: TBD
Assessed Value: TBD
1205 Post Road: Lovely Greenacres colonial professionally renovated with tasteful design and details. Large colonial with an open floor plan, formal dining room, huge chef's kitchen formal living room with wood burning fireplace, large sun room, large entry foyer with powder room bright and sunny rooms, huge master suite with large walk-in closets, second bedroom with en-suite bath, two additional large bedrooms with large closets, third full bathroom, full finished basement with full bath, exercise room garage access and laundry room.
Sale Price: $1,630,000
Real Estate Taxes: $34,215
Assessed Value: $925,000
154 Fox Meadow Road: Bright and spacious home with open floor plan features a renovated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and sliders to deck and expansive yard. Renovated baths., spacious bedrooms including a first floor master bedroom/renovated bath. finished basement with great play space, office area, laundry and ample storage space. new electrical, plumbing, heating/ac system. Super convenient location.
Sale Price: $1,300,000
Real Estate Taxes: $28,531
Assessed Value: $1,175,000
1 Brook Lane East, Hartsdale: Edgemont country colonial on private 1.18 acres of park-like property. This home has many special features: four bedrooms with additional nursery/office all on the second level, updated white kitchen with granite counters and breakfast bar/skylight, light-filled breakfast/sitting room with picture frame window and French doors to slate patio, expansive family room, hardwood floors, two car garage and freshly painted exterior.
Sale Price: $999,999
Real Estate Taxes: $39,789
Assessed Value: $1,243,400
75 Carman Road: Adorable ranch home is located in a quiet neighborhood close to school, park and commuter bus to Scarsdale Village. This sunny, well-maintained home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, gleaming hardwood floors, central air, one car garage, and plenty of unfinished space on the lower level.
Sale Price: $705,000
Real Estate Taxes: $20,671
Assessed Vale: $850,000
Featured Listings
11 Reimer Road, Scarsdale
Live the ultimate luxury lifestyle in this spectacular residence. Situated on 1.35 acres of lush manicured property with specimen plantings, this young custom home is filled with sunlight, high ceilings, five fireplaces, rich hardwood floors, exquisite millwork and magnificent architectural details. Learn more here:
List Price: $7,250,000
15 Jared Drive, White Plains
Gracious and sparkling 3 bedroom townhome in sought after Gedney Commons.Just minutes from the happening scene of downtown White Plains. Come to Gedney Commons where living is elegantly easy! Learn more here:
List Price: $850,000
Open Houses
6 Cambridge Road6 Cambridge Road, Scarsdale, Open House 4/22, 1-3
Newly constructed exquisite 6 BR, 5.1 bath Colonial designed with an impressive array of amenities for the discerning buyer. Learn more here:
17 Columbus Circle17 Columbus Circle, Eastchester, Open House 4/22, 1-4
Fabulous center hall Dutch Colonial in sought after California Ridge, 5BR’s, 3.1 baths. Learn more here:
In honor of Earth Day, Houlihan Lawrence has scheduled a series of coordinated Open Houses, with dozens of local listings to visit. They will be giving out seed packets to help you plant new roots. Click here for more information.
Real Estate: Where is the spring in the Spring market?
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Unusually cold weather, with weekly snowstorms is causing a late start to the spring real estate market. According to brokers the weather is posing challenges for both sellers and buyers. The March Nor-easter, knocked out power to many for over a week and made it difficult to show homes, that were cold, dark and uninviting. Trees and wires blocked roads, impairing travel and not allowing Scarsdale to look its best. Even when power was restored more snow, sleet and rain may have dampened buyers’ spirits.
According to Gail Leone of Claire Leone Real Estate, "We have had several homeowners who have temporarily taken their homes off the market or have delayed putting their homes on the market due to all the March/April storms. The loss of power during the March Nor’Easter slowed the Spring Market also. One of our properties had water in the basement so that held up some showings. A fallen tree on one property lead to delays in showings because it was on the front of the property.The good news is that spring will eventually come to Scarsdale…. Historically, we have had slower spring markets but we still remain strong." Heather Harrison of Compass added, "The snowy spring has affected turnout at open houses but the serious buyers are still coming out to see properties despite the weather. On Monday morning during the unexpected accumulating snowfall we had a buyer come from jersey city before work for a second showing on a property in Edgemont! They were a half hour late but they were anxious to see the property again and it turns it they made an offer and hopefully will result in a deal!"
Maybe Mother Nature will be more cooperative in the coming weeks.
Sales:
40 Harvest Drive, Scarsdale: (pictured above) This beautifully renovated home offers an open concept kitchen/family room, amazing master suite with his/hers walk in closets, adjoining office and exceptional master bath. The updated kitchen boasts 2 large islands with seating for 6, soapstone countertops and a Sub Zero refrigerator. There is an adjacent sunny family room. The kitchen opens to a beautiful deck which leads to the professionally landscaped back yard with a heated gunite pool, in ground fire pit and professional lighting. There are 3 additional generously sized bedrooms, powder room, 2 full baths, living room with fireplace, dining room and a walk out lower level office. The finished basement can be used as an additional family/tv room.
Sale Price: $2,075,000
Assessed Value: $1,550,000
Real Estate Taxes: $37,832
87 Griffin Road,Scarsdale: Renovated stone and shingle home with four bedrooms and three baths nestled on a magnificent private, park-like .72 acres with views of the prestigious Quaker Ridge Golf Club. This home features a large renovated eat-in kitchen with views of the lush backyard, formal step-down dining room, living room with wood burning stone fireplace, and a few steps up to master bedroom and bath, two additional bedrooms and hall bath. The third floor has a large bedroom/playroom with full bath and the lower level has a finished playroom and a two car garage.
Sale Price: $1,390,000
Assessed Value: $1,542,000
Real Estate Taxes: $34,831
14 Greenacres Avenue, Scarsdale: Highlights include an open and sun-filled living room, dining room with access to a deck and spacious backyard, large eat-in kitchen with breakfast area and three bedrooms all on one level. The master bedroom has an en-suite bath and two closets (one being walk-in). The lower level features a family room with wood-burning fireplace and full bath, den (which could possibly be a fourth bedroom), laundry and access to a two car garage. The roof and HVAC system have been replaced within the last ten years.
Sale Price: $915,500
Assessed Value: $975,000
Real Estate Taxes: $23,675
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8 Sundale Place, Scarsdale
List Price: $2,295,000
Built by established local builder in premier location at end of cul-de-sac with Shoreline Gunite heated pool on gorgeous 1 acre property.
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List Price: $1,699,000
LOCATION, PROPERTY AND STYLE! This renovat ed Edgemont home is on .57 acre in the middle of everything - walk to village, train, duck pond and both the elementary and junior/senior high school.
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3 Brook Lane West Hartsdale
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95 Wiltshire Road #C-13 , Scarsdale
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