Realtors React to Reval and this Week's Home Sales
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With heads spinning over the revaluation, we asked two leading realtors in Scarsdale to give us their interpretation of what it will mean. Here is what we learned: Mark Nadler of Prudential Centennial said, "The results of the revaluation are causing dozens of people to contact tax reduction specialists, real estate brokers and the Village as these owners received significantly higher valuations which will lead to substantial tax increases. I have received one call from an owner concerned about the substantial reduction in their valuation and what it will do to their efforts to sell the house for a strong market value down the road. The suggestion from the Village seems to be to hire appraisers to come in and give an independent valuation. This is challenging because accurate appraisals are more difficult to accomplish in high-end markets. My suggestion is that owners contact a real estate broker they know and trust and have a market analysis done of their home so see whether the new value is actually over assessed instead of merely an increase. The "zero sum gain" that the Village keeps referencing does not address the inaccuracies of the valuations that were done."
Lewis Arlt of Houlihan Lawrence said, "It is certainly a subject of much conversation among homeowners. Of significance is the news that according to Tyler Technologies, 75% of properties either went down in assessed value or remained about the same. For the remainder, the good news is they now have an opportunity to review their new assessments between now and April 16, before they're posted on the tentative assessment roll. We will be closely monitoring the assessor's office for further updates. Historically, revaluations take some time to shake down and find their appropriate levels. And the process is still an ongoing one, with final assessments due out September 15."
Sales:
21 Carriage House Lane: Country Club Living! A golfers dream, this elegant Quaker Ridge home backs up to Winged Foot Golf Club's 4th hole with magnificent views. Masterfully re-designed and fully renovated this home boasts a chef's kitchen with Wolf and Sub-Zero Appliances, gorgeous white marble counter tops and a huge center island. Open floor plan with family room off the kitchen, wet bar as well as a formal dining room, living room and den which complete the first floor. Master bedroom with a beautiful master bath, plus four bedrooms and hall bath.
Sale Price: $2,150,000
Real Estate Taxes: $44,930
17 Hearthstone Circle, Edgemont: Classic, custom built, five bedroom Colonial with a contemporary feel. Choice location in Edgemont. Chic and savvy decor. Perfectly situated property at end of tree lined street on cul de sac. Sunny, renovated eat-in kitchen with top of the line appliances. Sliding glass doors to large deck overlooking pool and lush, flat, tranquil property. Hardwood floors throughout.. Automatic pool cover heats pool and saves monthly pool expenses.
Sale Price: $1,550,000
Real Estate Taxes: $31,982
13 Montgomery Road: Set in a perfect location, tucked away at the end of a Cul de Sac next to a park, this impeccable Edgewood home offers every comfort imaginable. A fabulous great family room off the kitchen is wired for surround sound. Large Master suite with 2 walk-in closets, 3 roomy bedrooms, great spacious finished Basement, including office or au pair suite. Wonderful garden with large deck.
Sale Price: $1,520,000
Real Estate Taxes: $30,743
20 Robin Hill Road, Edgemont: Lovely home with incredible light, space, layout and property. Conveniently located. Dramatic living room with cathedral ceiling and built-ins, French doors to large patio, separate dining room, updated kitchen with large family room. Master bedroom with marble bath. Five bedroom and five baths., 2 car garage, many new windows, gas Viking stove. Hardwood floors throughout.
Sale Price: $1,220,000
Real Estate Taxes: $31,128
288 Old Colony Road, Edgemont: Designed and built for its architect's family. Open and inviting floor plan allows the serene outside in. Beautiful expansive lush lawn with mature trees. Upper level bedrooms offer balconies with fantastic views. Over 3,200 square feet of living space offers potential for further grade level expansion in lower level. A short walk to Edgemont school and Metro North train will make this home convenient for families. Modern kitchen and baths are among numerous updates.
Sale Price: $1,080,000
Real Estate Taxes: $29,688
Featured Listings:
21 Hutchinson Avenue, Scarsdale
New to Market: Room to Grow...Backyard BBQs...Pool Parties...Expanded Ranch on level property with circular driveway. This home boasts oversized rooms with wonderful flow, perfect for entertaining. Featuring an extra large kitchen with center island and master bedroom that open to a large deck great for summer BBQs. Just step down to the garden and in-ground pool. Conveniently located a short walk to Quaker Ridge School. Text M329416 to 85377. See online here.
List price: $995,000
Private Beach and 180°Waterviews of LI Sound- - New Construction
This spectacular brand new 8,000 square foot home is located on cul-de-sac with 180° views of the Long Island Sound and private beach in Mamaroneck. This amazing home boasts a gourmet eat-in-kitchen with 2 dishwashers, 7 bedrooms, 5 full luxurious bathrooms and 3 half baths, 2 fireplaces, 3 balconies, state-of-the-art systems, 9' and 10' ceilings, heated garage and rocking chair porch. Water views from almost every window. A world apart from the ordinary. For photos and details text M330878 to 85377.
List Price: $3,695,000
27 Kent Road: New to market: Games of catch...Pancake breakfasts...Luxurious living... Gracious entry to this five bedroom, three and one-half bath sunny brick Colonial on half acre of beautiful grounds in the heart of Fox Meadow. Features include new bathrooms, 2-car garage and 2 fireplaces. Indoor and outdoor entertaining is a breeze with new eat-in kitchen and beautiful family room which lead to splendid outdoor patio. Conveniently located to schools and both Scarsdale and Hartsdale train stations. Text M332017 to 85377. See online here.
List Price: $1,545,000
84 Edgemont Road: This exceptional must-see beauty in Edgemont has it all, old world charm with modern amenities, high ceilings, room proportions and extraordinary windows. Twenty-six foot dining room, living room with fireplace, family room cabinetry and wet bar, renovated dine-in kitchen/family room. Sound system, gym, sauna. The master suite has two bedrooms, two baths and a fireplace. There are three additional bedrooms with two baths. Third floor has an additional 1200 square feet has three bedrooms, bath and a large recreation room. Level yard, pergola and outdoor kitchen. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,750,000
7 Hunter Drive, Eastchester: A beautiful blending of 21st century renovations and vintage mid-20th century style set on a choice .4 acre lot with expansive, fully fenced, level backyard. Nine-foot ceilings, finely crafted built-ins, marble and granite finishes all speak to the high quality of this spacious Lake Isle Estates home. Residents are eligible for optional membership in the Lake Isle Association and/or Lake Isle Country Club. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,240,000
A Busy March for Realtors
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Spring sales abound as demand for homes and schools in Scarsdale and Edgemont remains strong. Here's what sold this month:
Scarsdale:
5 Gorham Court: Storybook sun-filled Scarsdale home in prime location. This charming brick home been has been thoughtfully expanded and renovated over the years with discerning buyers in mind. Entertaining options galore with oversized living room, dining room and huge kitchen with gorgeous breakfast nook and family room. Master suite has its own patio with views of the beautifully landscaped and private backyard. There is an upstairs office with custom built in shelving throughout and first floor au pair's suite.
Sale Price: $1,700,000
Real Estate Taxes: $42,361
53 Drake Road: Exquisite condition inside and out. Elegant formal rooms are complemented by a state of the art family media room and gorgeously appointed cook's kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Living room with built-ins and Brazilian teak floors. Hardwood floors thru out, Anderson and Marvin windows. Finished basement includes a high-end home theater with 60" plasma television. This home was totally renovated and expanded to absolute perfection with every 21st century amenity.
Sale Price: $1,500,000
Real Estate Taxes: $29,983
30 Barry Road: A gem of a house on a street of beautiful homes, solid construction, lovely quality and detail, bright and spacious rooms. Cooks' kitchen with top appliances including a La Cornue stove, granite counter tops, and custom cabinetry, living room with window seat and fireplace, large gracious dining room, new powder room, large and bright family room, 4 bedrooms, great basement space. New Furnace.
Sale Price: $1,321,000
Real Estate Taxes: $30,111
43 Edgewood Road: Elegant, sun-filled, Cotswold-style stucco home. 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath. Huge living room with fireplace and custom moldings, formal dining room. Updated eat-in-kitchen with granite counters, updated baths and new windows. Inlaid, hardwood floors throughout. Bright Sunroom, with beamed cathedral ceiling. Finished basement plus storage area. Double-wide driveway.
Sale Price: $1,205,000
Real Estate Taxes: $19,938
5 Dell Road: Comfortable colonial on a street with $2,500,000 newly constructed homes just completed or in the process. This is waiting for your personal touch. Charming home will interest both families who want to renovate to their own taste.
Sale Price: $850,000
Real Estate Taxes: $22,258
139 Lee Road: Charming Colonial with a front rocking chair porch on a tree-lined street in Edgewood. Freshly painted home, steps from Hyatt Park, features hardwood floors, recessed lighting throughout, remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. Family room with French doors that lead to a wooden deck and private ample back yard.
Sale Price: $761,000
Real Estate Taxes: $15,184
Edgemont:
282 Evandale Road: Large, classic center hall colonial completely renovated, this home is situated on one of the loveliest streets in the Fort Hill Estates section of Edgemont. Large kitchen with island and breakfast area, adjoining family room with fireplace and French doors to terrific property with room for a pool, outfitted mudroom/laundry room. Bright, spacious young home. Five bedrooms,,3 1/2 baths.
Sale Price: $2,010,000
Real Estate Taxes: $48,869
136 Fort Hill Road: Spectacular Edgemont Contemporary Colonial set on large property. Custom built with the finest materials and exceptional attention to details. Top of the line appliances.
Sale Price: $1,315,000
Real Estate Taxes: $38,91
7 Gordon Place: Picture perfect, sunny Center Hall Colonial with private level yard in pristine condition with recently updated kitchen, bathrooms, Pella windows, electric service and more. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Additional 300+ square feet in lower level play area.
Sale Price: $880,000
Real Estate Taxes: $21,604
500 Via Trenta Court: 3 bedroom, 2.1bath Colonial with classic charm and modern amenities. Inviting living room with bay window spacious kitchen, with 12x15 breakfast alcove. Formal dining room with bay window, master suite with walk-in closet, bath, shower, Jacuzzi and more bedrooms and walk-in closet. Full basement with family room, fireplace and doors to patio with indoor and outdoor surround system. Attached garage with lots of storage cabinets and additional driveway for more cars.
Sale Price: $777,000
Real Estate Taxes: $22,084
Featured Listings:
70 Catherine Road, Scarsdale: OPEN HOUSE, Sunday March 30 1-3 PM: Gorgeous washed brick Colonial in the heart of Heathcote. A perfect combination of quality 40's construction with sleek renovations. Entertain graciously in the stunning dining room and beautiful living room with fireplace leading to the deck. Enjoy the chef's kitchen with Thermador induction cooktop, Viking fridge/freezer/ovens and Miele dishwasher. Relax in the large family room leading to the level yard. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,895,000
21 Chedworth Road: Stunning stone English Colonial in the heart of Edgemont's Cotswold. Sweeping .29 acre with level backyard. Gorgeous interior details at every turn including three fireplaces, beamed living room ceiling, carved, plaster relief in dining room. Modern kitchen open to a bright lovely family room with skylights and French doors to slate patio. The only all stone home in Cotswolds. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,795,000
Home Sales for this Week
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It was a light week for home sales after a record number of closings in January and February: Just one sale at 42 Brookby Road: Sun-filled Heathcote home situated on lushly landscaped .63 of private, park-like property. Gracious living room with fireplace, large dining room with built-ins., custom kitchen, sunroom and 18 x2 5 family room with stone fireplace overlookong terrace and yard. Master bedroom with renovated bath.
Sale Price: $1,497,000
Real Estate Taxes: $37,515
Featured Listings:
3 Rock Meadow Lane, Scarsdale: Exquisite stone and stucco Colonial with beautiful architectural details set on .76 professionally landscaped acres on quiet cul-de-sac. Features a Chef's kitchen with Carrera marble center island, counters and backsplash, professional appliances, skylights in kitchen and hallway, laundry and garage off the kitchen, new hardwood floors, new lighting and solid wood doors throughout. California Closets in the master bedroom and two additional bedrooms.
For outdoor enjoyment there is a heated pool and hot tub with bluestone decking. Bus to Elementary School and High School. Close to two playgrounds and bus to train. Learn more here:
List Price: $2,195,000
4 Grand Park Avenue, Scarsdale: Pristine and sun-filled, this classic Center Hall Colonial offers the perfect blend of luxury and comfort. Entertain in the generous dine-in-kitchen/family room overlooking stone patio, magnificent pool, and lushly landscaped yard with waterfall and pond.
Upgrades include new windows, heating/cooling system, millwork and more. Relax in the expansive master suite with sitting room and spa bath. Generous proportions throughout. Set on half acre with circular drive. Easy commute and outstanding community amenities complete the perfect package. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,895,000
277 Old Colony Road, Edgemont: Sunrise...Sunset...Enjoy both from this mint 3/4 bedroom, two and half bath home. Imagine Sunday brunches in the bright, new gourmet kit or outdoor parties on the deck or patio. All overlooking private park-like grounds. Outstanding location near Edgemont Schools. Learn more here:
List Price: $859,000
Open House 1-4pm, Sunday March 16
105 Melrose Drive, New Rochelle:Beechmont Woods boasts glamorous, sumptuous principal rooms...Gatherings with family and friends...Warming up in front of the marble fireplace...Warmer days on the flagstone patio. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,195,000
New Assessments in the Mail on March 28
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Watch your mail for an envelope from Tyler Technologies. The long awaited results of the Village Tax Revaluation are almost complete and your new assessment should be mailed on March 28. If you have questions about your assessment the letter will include instructions on how to make an appointment to review your file. According to an update from the Village Assessor's office, "Property owners who have any questions concerning their new assessment will be entitled to a one-time meeting with the valuation team of Tyler Technologies, during the period beginning March 31, 2014 through April 26, 2014; those preferring to submit written documentation with supporting market evidence of over-valuation may do so, which will be duly considered and treated as an informal meeting. "
Going Down: 134 Brite Avenue is history. A backhoe was on the property for weeks – and it appeared that they were taking down a large tree. But now we noticed that the whole house went down too. The original home, built in 1921, was approved for demolition by the Committee for Historic Preservation in September, 2013.
Featured Listings:
37 Lockwood Road, Scarsdale: Classic Crane Berkley Center Hall Colonial in a wonderful location, walk to high school, train and village. Bus to elementary and middle schools. A meticulously maintained home it features a new gourmet kitchen with center island, Butler's pantry, breakfast area with large family room, lovely updated baths, three fireplaces, central air, 2-car garage, separate guest suite with backstairs off kitchen and a large playroom. Approximately 3,500 square feet of living space on .27 acre in a magnificent neighborhood, all underground electric. Move right in. Learn more here:
List Price: $2,350,000
135 Underhill Road, Scarsdale PO\Edgemont: Totally renovated brick Country Colonial with classic proportions and exquisite architectural details on 1.74 acres of stunning professionally landscaped property with sensational views. Features include a cook's kitchen with professional appliances; surround sound, grand family room with custom fireplace and heated limestone floors. New: baths, windows, roof, driveway with Belgian stone, 4-zone heat and central air, oversized custom closets and large, lower level family room. A Gunite pool with bluestone decking, cabana and new heater on separate lot, perfect for entertaining. Underground utilities. Learn more here:
List price: $2,495,000
30 Stonehouse Road: Open House Sunday March 23 from 2-4 pm
Festive Celebrations, Pancake Breakfasts, Games of Catch...Strolls to Village, RR and schools.Sensational five bedroom, three and one-half bath dream home boasts new kitchen and baths, lovely family room plus playroom and more! This updated home is only two blocks from the heart of Scarsdale Village and train. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,495,000
GOING...GOING...Sunrise... Sunset...Enjoy both from this mint condition three/four bedroom, two and one-half bath home located in the Edgemont School district. Imagine Sunday brunches in the brightly lit new gourmet kitchen, fun outdoor parties on deck or patio. All this, overlooking private park-like grounds. Plenty of room to spread out plus ideally located a short walk to school, train, restaurants and shops. Learn more here:
List Price: $859,000
Home Sales March On
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Robust sales continue: Here is what sold this week: 35 Church Lane: Stunning one-of-a-kind home on .68 acre of beautifully manicured private property in walking distance to the train! This exceptional property offers a grand home with spacious rooms, high ceilings and magnificent detail. Enjoy breakfast on the deck or cocktails on the covered porch in your park like setting with many specimen planting.
Sale Price: $2,080,000
Real Estate Taxes: $36,119
48 Fenimore Road: Spectacular Fox Meadow Tudor meticulously renovated. Beautiful architectural details and finishes throughout. Bright, open floor plan, Fabulous chef's kitchen, Waterworks bathrooms, Random-width hardwood floors and an exciting Great Room. Professionally landscaped for entertaining and privacy.
Sale Price: $1,880,000
Real Estate Taxes: $39,907
10 Fox Meadow Road: Fox Meadow home on .29 acre has been lovingly maintained & is immaculate and welcoming. Features include warm and inviting living space with brand new kitchen, stainless appliances, granite counters, adjoining family room, 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, huge living room, dining room w/ sliders to a jalousie seating area, 2 car attached garage & ample space for play & storage on lower level.
Sale Price: $1,380,000
Real Estate Taxes: $23,183
100 Secor Road: Meticulously cared-for classic center hall colonial with fabulous curb appeal on a .5 acre of level property. Superb flow featuring generously-scaled rooms, nanny suiteadn second floor family room. Additional features include updated kitchen and baths, charming architectural details, new roof (2005), central air (2004), living room renovation (2012). Set back from street with landscaped backyard for privacy.
Sale Price: $1,305,000
Real Estate Taxes: $30,887
81 Lee Avenue: Charming home in Fox Meadow with new heated front porch. Eat-in kitchen, mudroom, deck, four bedrooms, two baths. New siding, new garage door, new hot water heater, new roof, wood floors, crown molding.
Sale Price: $830,000
Real Estate Taxes: $17,282
145 Glendale Road, Edgemont: beautiful three bedroom two bath home, one block from the elementary school with commuter bus to train and Scarsdale Village on the corner. This updated home has one bedroom and bath on the first floor, an eat-in-kitchen with a door to the back deck, formal living room with fireplace and large bay window, dining room, and a sunny family room addition with a cathedral ceiling. The second floor has a master bedroom, third bedroom, and hall bathroom.
Sale Price: $740,000
Real Estate Taxes: $19,591
Featured Listings:
14 Cotswold Way, Edgemont: Premier sun filled center hall Cotswold brick Colonial with classic proportions and exquisite architectural details is sited on private, level 0.56 acres. Features: hardwood floors throughout, step down living room with leaded doors to extra large family room and master suite. Central air conditioning on first floor, walk up huge Attic with cedar closet, back stairs, basement with high ceilings, ideal location: close to school, train, shops, restaurants and playgrounds. Wonderful light filled space for living and entertaining. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,395,000
103 Sprague Road, Scarsdale: Beautifully maintained and updated. Great kitchen, Corian counters, new appliances, new windows for lots of sunlight. California closets, hardwood floors, extensive recessed lighting, new windows, tiled basement and garage, sprinkler system with rain sensor. Learn more here:
List Price: $839,000