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Written by Joanne Wallenstein

Category: Real Estate

Published: 04 January 2018

The Village Board will meet on Tuesday, January 9 at 6:30 to begin discussion of Scarsdale's Historic Preservation laws and to review relevant chapters of the historic preservation codes of Bedford and the Village of Mamaroneck.

While the Board of Trustees is reconsidering the code, the reconstituted Committee for Historic Preservation is still reviewing applications for demolitions. Their next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. in Village Hall to consider the following properties:

23 Broadmoor Road built in 1930 (previously approved in 2013)
22 Bradford Road built in 1928
87 Griffen Road built in 1951

6 Mayflower Road built in 1950

Meanwhile, builders have filed an application to build a new house at 26 Cooper Road to be considered by the Board of Architectural Review on January 8, 2018. The Committee for Historic Preservation previously voted to save this house, but their decision was overturned by the Board of Trustees and it will now be demolished.

Sales:

23 Overhill Road: Center Hall Colonial (1911) on beautifully landscaped .24 acre property in Fox Meadow. The house features six bedrooms, an updated eat-in kitchen with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, family room with fireplace, a bright sunroom with skylights, a large deck that is partially covered with access from kitchen and family room, and a spacious finished basement with laundry room, family/play room with built-in bar (an additional 1210 square feet).

Sale Price: $1,500,000
Real Estate Taxes: $27,785
Assessed Value: $1,400,000

31 Kent Road: Beautiful brick Colonial on .52 acres set on a lovely street in Fox Meadow nestled next to Butler Woods. Convenient location: 10 minute walk to Scarsdale train and village, high school and elementary school. This 1949 home was renovated in 2000. Five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, large kitchen/family room, master bedroom suite, first floor bedroom, library, screened porch, central air, whole house generator and 2 car garage.

Sale Price: $1,325,000
Real Estate Taxes: $46,136
Assessed Value: $1,900,000

78 Greenacres Avenue: Spacious Colonial situated on just under a third of an acre in Greenacres. This home features an elegant entry, large living room with fireplace, built-ins, French doors to the patio and door to the huge deck, den/study, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, separate breakfast room, first floor laundry room, mud room and powder room, master bedroom with bath and walk-in closet, an additional four bedrooms and two hall baths. Other highlights include hardwood floors throughout, full partially finished basement and a two-car garage.

Sale Price: $999,000
Real Estate Taxes: $28,496
Assessed Value: $1,150,000

342 Heathcote Road: Charming Mediterranean home with timeless appeal. Lovers of old-world architecture will appreciate the casement-style windows, graceful archways, ornamental plaster designs, and original doors and glass doorknobs. One of the many highlights is the spacious living room which features a beamed ceiling and wood burning fireplace with decorative plaster surround - a beautiful setting to gather with family and friends. The sunroom is also a comfortable and versatile space, ideal for a playroom, office, or relaxation. A convenient benefit is a first floor laundry room which can also function as a mud-room.

Sale Price: $890,000
Real Estate Taxes: $21,967
Assessed Value: $900,000

215 Beverly Road: Charming colonial located on a beautiful and quiet street features 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths and is situated on a level 1/4 acre in Edgemont. Walk down the flagstone path, past the mature specimen plantings to the front porch. Enter the home and you will find the spacious living room with wood burning fireplace to the right of the entryway. Just off of the living room is an office area with built-ins. To the left of the entry is the open concept family room and dining area that is perfect your family or larger gatherings with family and friends. The kitchen features a built-in seating area, stainless steel appliances, a woodblock countertop, and sliding doors to a large deck and level back yard. Upstairs is the master bedroom and bath with lots of closet space, plus two family bedrooms and a hall bath.

Sale Price: $795,000
Real Estate Taxes: $25,394
Assessed Value: $763,100

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23 Stonehouse Road Scarsdale
This home sitting on .38 of lovely flat property is located in the most incredible area of Scarsdale. Only a five minute walk to village and Metro North train. Learn more here:

List Price: $1,395,000

148 Bradley Road Scarsdale
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List Price: $1,499,999

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116 Fox Meadow Road Scarsdale
Open House: Sunday 1/7/2018, 1 pm- 4 pm

Privately set Fox Meadow Colonial offers open floor plan and walk to train location on large, level property. This home has it all! Learn more here:

List Price: $2,650,000

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Written by Joanne Wallenstein

Category: Real Estate

Published: 11 January 2018

When the entire Committee for Historic Preservation resigned in November 2017 after they were unable to use the current Village code to preserve any homes, they offered to provide the Scarsdale Board of Trustees with their suggestions on how the code could be changed to be more effective.

On January 9, 2017, the Board of Trustees held a meeting to discuss these suggestions and invited the former committee members to attend. Former committee members Bill Silverman, Alan Steinfeld, Joyce Hirsch and Barbara Jaffe attended as well as Associate Village Historian Jonathan Lerner.

They suggested changing the current code so that it conforms to state and federal preservation code, as Scarsdale's code is now even more narrow.

The national code reads as follows:

"Properties may be eligible for the National Register if they embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or that represent the work of a master, or that possess high artistic values, or that represent a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction." The federal and state standard appears in countless codes, including Mamaroneck.

However the Scarsdale code requires that a home "the building is the work of a master AND embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction that possess high artistic values." By changing that AND to an OR, Silverman and the committee members thought the code would be more effective.

Since many of Scarsdale's homes were built before the name of the architect was included on the plans, it is rare that the committee knows who designed it, and therefore can't claim it is the work of a "master."

Silverman said, "The village code is unique-- it does not follow state or federal standards. Why should the definition in Scarsdale be different than anywhere else? How is the village served by a narrower law ... wouldn't you want a law that follows the convention so that its easier to defend the law?"

They also suggested that the Village's historic properties be pre-designated as is done in Mamaroneck and Bedford. They found that Bedford selected 200 homes to receive this designation and only 14 of those homeowners appealed the decision. Likewise in Mamaroneck, very few people turned down the designation.

Lerner said, "We look at historic designation as a negative – this is not typical. Overtime, historic homes will increase the value of the community."

The trustees, Village Planner Elizabeth Marrinan and Village Manager Steve Pappalardo discussed how a list of designated homes could be created. The 2012 Historic Resources Survey by Andrew Dolkhart was one resource as it names historic buildings as well as suggested historic districts for preservation. Lerner suggested that there are grants and matching funds available for historic preservation.

Also discussed was the Board of Trustees decision to overturn the Committee for Historic Preservation's decision to preserve 12 Dolma Road. Justin Arrest asked, "Is the board concerned about the precedent set by this hardship claim?" The applicants claimed that they could not get a reasonable return on their investment as they house was outdated and did not appeal to today's buyers. When the Board of Trustees agreed to permit demolition, some worried that any applicant could claim hardship.

At the end of the meeting, the Board of Trustees asked the Village staff to examine the preservation code change and also look into the predesignation of historic homes and buildings in Scarsdale.

However, before this work is done, more historic homes may be razed.

On January 29, the Scarsdale Board of Trustees will me at 6:00 PM to sit as an Appeals Board to consider applications to raze 6 Fenimore Road and 3 Claremont Road, two applications that were turned down by the former members of the Committee on Historic Preservation.

Sales:

22 Bradford Road: 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,684 square foot home on 0.620 acres in Quaker Ridge. This all-brick English Tudor is freshly painted, has a renovated eat-in kitchen, light-filled family room, office overlooking the backyard, and updated bathrooms. Other luxurious features include casement windows, a slate roof, hardwood flooring, authentic wood doors, beautiful archways, and built-ins. This property sits on a charming park-like yard that can easily accommodate huge gatherings. 
Sale Price: $1,600,000

Real Estate Taxes: $40,731
Assessed Value: $1,668,750

25 Hamilton Road: New 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,979 square foot home on 0.122 acres. Located in the heart of Edgewood, this home has an updated eat-in kitchen, wood burning fireplace in the living room, and a spacious dining room with a bay window. Additional details include an updated master bathroom, new roofs on the house and garage, and private bedroom on the third floor with its own full bath.

Sale Price: $915,000
Real Estate Taxes: $19,900
Assessed Value: $875,000

 

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20 Clarendon Road Edgemont, NY 

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List Price: $1,595,000

 

16 Clarendon Road Edgemont, NY 

New Construction in Edgemont! Great opportunity to own one of two custom built homes by premier Edgemont builder. Center Hall Colonial features a welcoming front porch, cedar shingle exterior, 9 foot ceilings on the first floor, hardwood flooring, custom trim throughout, gourmet chef's kitchen with center island, quartz countertops, SubZero and Wolf appliances, custom cabinetry and large breakfast area.

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List Price: $1,595,000

 

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26 Cayuga Road Scarsdale, NY

Open house 1/14 2 PM- 4 PM

Bright Center Hall Colonial on level half acre on a cul-de-sac. Custom features throughout. Large entrance foyer opens to a comfortable living room with gas fireplace, and mahogany library also with fireplace. Not to be missed is the lower level plus a guest room/bath.
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List Price: $3,395,000

 

9 Chedworth Road Scarsdale, NY

Open House 1/14 1 PM- 3 PM

A cut above! This is a jewel of a home that provides comfort and pleasure to its lucky owners. Built with the finest attention to craftsmanship and with premier materials, this fantastic Tudor has been expanded and updated with an eye for subtle quality and the needs of a modern lifestyle. Truly, this Cotswold home has it all.

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List Price: $1,875,000

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Written by Joanne Wallenstein

Category: Real Estate

Published: 21 December 2017

The reconstituted Committee for Historic Preservation will meet on December 26, 2017  to consider applications demolish three Scarsdale homes:

25 Morris Lane, built in 1938

87 Griffin Avenue, built in 1951

24 Harvest Drive, built in 1950

The owners of 3 Claremont Road, who were denied permission to demolish that home at the last meeting of the Committee for Historic Preservation in November, have filed an appeal to the Scarsdale Village Board of Trustees, who will review their application at

an upcoming meeting.

It was another big week for home closings in Scarsdale. There are too many to list, but here are the top ticket sales.

Sales:

22 Greendale Road: 6 bedroom, 11 bathroom 10,859 square foot home on 1.57 acres in Greenacres. Superb architectural details include bright expansive rooms, gracious archways, high ceilings, immaculate hardwood floors and beautiful moldings. The 1.57 acre property is lush and private with an exquisitely designed outdoor living area, with two-tiered patio, lovely pergola, outdoor kitchen and fire pit. Accessed from multiple rooms, it f

unctions as a seamless extension of the home. In addition to the fabulous chef's kitchen, handsome library, and luxe master bedroom suite, other special features include Smart Home technology, a 1,512 bottle temp controlled wine cellar and tasting room, home gym, fabulous lower level recreation space and a separate charming 2-story cottage.

Sale Price: $4,000,000
Real Estate Taxes: $125,661
Assessed Value: $5,175,000

25 Fairview Road: New 7,150 square foot house on .466 acres with five bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. The first level features 10-foot ceilings and a symmetrical center hall layout with well-proportioned rooms and a stunning expansive kitchen with center island, breakfast area open to spacious family room with fireplace and doors to the deck. The dining room features coffered ceilings and a butler's pantry. The library offers custom built-ins and coffered ceiling. The powder room has a floating marble vanity and mosaic floor. The mudroom has its own powder room. The second level features a luxurious master bedroom with expansive spa like bathroom, 2 walk in closets and three additional en-suite bedrooms, playroom, full bath and laundry. Fully finished walkout basement. Ample room for a pool.

Sale Price: $3,150,000
Real Estate Taxes: $41,873
Assessed Value: $3,375,000

30 Paddington Road: Young colonial with stone exterior on a half acre in Fox Meadow. Over 6,000 square feet of living space designed for modern living, including grand double height foyer, oversized gourmet kitchen, library with custom built ins, and living room and dining room. The family room off kitchen has been designed with custom millwork and French doors overlooking large backyard. Second floor features large landing with beautiful architectural windows, luxurious master bedroom suite with tray ceiling, gas fireplace and two outfitted walk-in closets, and 4 additional bedrooms all with ensuite baths, custom moldings and outfitted closets. Lower level with custom wet bar, gym, spa bath, custom wine cellar, huge playroom, and guest bedroom and bath. Generator and surround sound.

Sale Price: $3,100,000
Real Estate Taxes: $68,533
Assessed Value: $3,050,000

4 Valley Road: Custom home renovated from the foundation up. Gorgeous .7 acres of level land with privacy. Large open rooms with walls of windows, and a terrific flow for easy living, entertaining, parties big and small, and private time. Great eat-in cook's kitchen opening to the family room with fireplace, first floor bedroom (or office) and bath (or powder room), and an outfitted mudroom. The second floor is home to a large, bright master suite with deluxe bath, four additional bedrooms (one currently an office) and two additional baths. On the third level is an extraordinary aerie with lots of windows and skylights. The basement (measuring 896 square feet) has a large family room, lots of storage, a wine cellar, and laundry. Two-car garage and circular driveway Beautiful architecture by Hamlin and Goldreyer. Subtly stylish with great detailing. Electric car charger.

Sale Price: $2,370,000
Real Estate Taxes: $57,230
Assessed Value: $2,300,000

14 Kent Road: 2007 Center Hall Colonial, 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 5,700 square feet on .43 acres.

Sale Price $2,300,000
Real Estate Taxes: $57,456
Assessed Value $2,469,000

94 Spier Road: Updated and expanded Colonial with 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, 5,461 square feet on .328 acres in Quaker Ridge.

Sale Price: $1,732,500
Real Estate Taxes: $37,448
Assessed Value: $1,600,000

85 Popham Road: 4 bedroom, 4 bath 4,204 square foot home, fully renovated near Scarsdale Village.

Sale Price: $1,565,000
Real Estate Taxes: $35,192
Assessed Value: $1,450,000

 

195 Fox Meadow Road: Charming stone colonial, fully renovated with all new kitchen and bathrooms. Main floor features formal living room, open style kitchen and dining room, recently added large family room, additional room that can be used as home office or guest room, and powder room. Second floor has master bedroom with new bath from Klaffs, walk in closet. 3 additional bedrooms and another recently renovated bath. Basement level has large playroom with walk out to yard, along with large laundry and storage room. Large .50 acre lot provides ample room to expand over time.

Sale Price: $1,537,000
Real Estate Taxes: $35,209
Assessed Value: $1,602,210

128 Carthage Road: Renovated and expanded Heathcote home: 6 bedrooms, 6 baths on .46 acres.

Sale Price: $2,050,100
Real Estate Taxes: $44,545
Assessed Value: $1,825,000

10 Reynal Crossing: 5 bedrooms, 4 baths on .19 acres in Quaker Ridge.

Sale Price: $1,320,000
Real Estate Taxes: $29,730
Assessed Value: $1,125,000





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62 Palmer Avenue Scarsdale, NY
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