Trustees Approve Building Moratorium on Gravel Surfaces
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The Village Board of Trustees held a speedy public hearing and passed a moratorium on building projects that include gravel surfaces where the use of gravel allows the project to meet lot coverage requirements on Tuesday March 10. The moratorium, that will remain in effect until June 30, exempts any projects that were already in the approval process before February 10, 2015.
Village Trustees are currently considering the Floor Area Ratio requirements that regulate the size of construction projects in the Village. Their study is in response to residents' concerns about the bulk of newly constructed homes and their effect on neighborhood character.
This brief moratorium is intended to halt the construction of oversized homes until Trustees can study the existing code and determine ways to better regulate building size, placement and lot coverage.
At a meeting on February 25,Geroge Jones of George Jones Associates who helped to formulate the original regulations was invited to meet with the trustees. He discussed his findings but agreed that the trustees first needed to identify and define the problems and then they can craft solutions. In addition to the floor area ratio method, the group discussed a volumetric approach which regulates the volume of a structure and contextual zoning which regulates homes sizes based on block or neighborhood. Each were found to be problematic.
Several trustees and community members thought that the current system of penalties and bonuses that allows builders to add extra space that does not count in the floor area calculation could be at the root of the problem.
The regulations offered rewards in terms of increased space for certain design features and penalties for others that were thought to increase the appearance of bulk.
For example, under the 2002 guidelines, underground garages were penalized while above ground garages earned the builder a bonus. At the time, there was a perception that an underground garage would result in a taller house and an increased appearance of bulk. Also penalized were basements that extend more than three feet above grade and floor to ceiling heights above 14 feet. Oversized dormers would cause attic space to be counted in the floor air ratio equation, while limiting the size of the dormers would allow attic space to be omitted from the equation. Dormered areas above garages were also omitted from the floor area equation as well as basements, explaining why so many new homes today have garages with dormers and fully finished basements extending the entire span of the house. Increasing the side yard setback could also yield a reward of increased square footage.
Though it appears that time is running out for the current Village Board to tackle the issues, the implementation of the moratorium will make this matter a priority for the incoming board and mayor to address in April.
Sales:
50 High Point Road, Edgemont: Custom designed home on private park-like acre in the heart of Edgemont. This renovated custom home features an elegant entry, private office/den, guest suite with private bath, powder room, step down to fabulous dining room and living room with fireplace and stunning views of magnificent property!! Steps away is the state of the art eat-in kitchen w/radiant heated floor, granite counters, custom backsplash & doors leading to wrap around deck. The first level also boasts a fabulous family room and luxurious master suite with doors leading to wrap around stone patio overlooking lush property. The master suite includes his and her walk in closets and spectacular master bath with radiant heated floors and custom skylight. Upstairs you will find two more large bedrooms with walk in closets, a hall bath and wall of closets providing incredible storage. The walk-out lower level provides a maid's room, full bath, laundry room, den/playroom and exercise room.
Sale Price: $1,797,000
Real Estate Taxes: $42,429
6 Theresa Lane, Edgemont: Inviting well maintained Edgemont home on private cul-de-sac on quarter acre lot.Entrance hall,home office/guest bedroom, large family room with brick walled fireplace, sliding glass doors to back property, full bath, steps down to laundry,storage,and door to HUGE 2 car garage with ample storage space. Large living room with cathedral ceiling and bowed window, formal dining room, modern eat-in kitchen with heated floors and door to back deck. Up a few steps,master bedroom and full bath plus additional 2 bedrooms and hall bath with double sinks.
Sale Price: $887,000
Real Estate Taxes: $23,074
61 Mount Joy Avenue: Gracious Tudor with stone turret in prestigious Edgemont School District. Hardwood Floors throughout. Beautiful Living room with wood beam ceiling and stone fireplace, formal dining room, huge eat-in kitchen with Corian counters and custom wood cabinetry, butler's pantry and laundry. Master bedroom with en suite bath, second bedroom and third bedroom share Jack and Jill bath. Central ac, in-ground sprinklers.
Sale Price: $833,900
Real Estate Taxes: $22,475
10 Dobbs Terrace: This charming Colonial beautifully located in much sought after Greenacres is a must see. Step into the inviting vestibule and entry hall leading to a sun-drenched spacious living room with adjacent sun room hosting many built-ins. It opens into the attractive dining room with window seat and lovely built-ins. Hardwood floors abound in this 4 bedroom 3.1 bath home. Features include many replacement windows, updated modern eat-in kit with door to yard, French Doors and recessed lighting. Extra bonus is the newer roof 5-6 years old. Finished 3rd floor includes bedroom, full bath, wonderful all purpose room that could be used as a playroom, office or even an artist's studio. Terraced backyard is a stunning welcome to the property with both levels being flat. 2 car garage with large storage room (16x18) behind it is an important addition.
Sale Price: $720,000
Real Estate Taxes: $17,364
Featured Listings:
270 Clayton Road, Scarsdale P.O., Edgemont: Fabulous updated classic on spectacular property in the Fort Hill Estates area of Edgemont. Each room is a gem. Terrific proportions, smart layout and gorgeous details including a year round sunroom, gracious living room with gas fireplace, elegant dining room with corner shell cabinets, stylish library with a gas fireplace, beautifully redone cook's kitchen and appealing breakfast room, large room with full bath currently used as an office but can serve as a family room (off the kitchen) or a first floor bedroom. Three beautiful bedrooms and two updated bathrooms grace the second floor. Features include a 2-car garage, circular gravel, English gardens with privacy and a wonderful fish pond, central air and generator. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,749,000
24 Rodney Road, Scarsdale: Charming 
English Tudor in a very desirable and convenient location. Easy walk to bus, schools and park and just a 15-minute walk to Scarsdale Village and train. Entrance hall with powder room, large living room with built-ins and fireplace, sunroom, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, family room or bedroom right off kitchen/full bath. On second floor there is a master bedroom with alcove, full bath with both tub and separate shower, three additional bedrooms and hall bath. Lower level offers a huge full basement, laundry, utilities and storage with door to outside. New leaders and gutters and lovely hardwood floors throughout. Square footage field measured is 2200. List Price: $929,500. Learn more here:
70 Hampton Road, Scarsdale: Spectacular Colonial in ideal location in the heart of Fox Meadow set on a tranquil 0.25 flat acre. Walk to Fox Meadow Elementary School, Scarsdale High School, Public Library, train station and Hartsdale shops. Featuring a stunning recently renovated designer kitchen crafted for modern living open to 
a spacious family room with skylights and walls of glass overlooking private level back yard with large deck. Laundry room and garage are conveniently located near the kitchen. Expansive sunny 
Living and Dining rooms with beautiful architectural details and large windows offer the perfect space for everyday family gatherings and formal entertaining. The fabulous master suite features a fireplace, sitting area, large walk in closet and spacious master bath. Wide sunny hallway leads to three additional spacious family bedrooms and hall bath. Third level features generous finished storage. Lower level offers a potential recreation area and abundant storage. Improvements include brand new roof and freshly painted exterior. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,895,000
Three New Agents Join Houlihan Lawrence in Scarsdale
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Houlihan Lawrence in Scarsdale has announced that three new agents will join their office: Bonnie Hut Yaseen as an Associate Real Estate Broker, and Grace Shemin Goldstein and Nina Mistry as real estate salespersons. "We are thrilled to welcome these three outstanding professionals to our Scarsdale office," said Lewis Arlt, Manager of the Houlihan Lawrence Scarsdale office. "Like all of our agents, each new member comes to us with a distinguished background and established skillsets that is the core of our firm."
Ms. Yaseen has over 13 years of experience selling real estate in the Westchester and New York City areas. Having been recognized as a top broker by the Westchester Multiple Listing Service and the Real Estate Board of New York, Ms. Yaseen is an expert in relocation and new construction. She is also a proven strategic marketer and skilled negotiator. Ms. Yaseen earned her bachelor's degree from Princeton University and her M.B.A from Harvard Business School. She currently lives in Scarsdale with her husband and two children and has been an active member of the community for more than a decade.
A Westchester native, Ms. Goldstein joins Houlihan Lawrence following a distinguished career having served as an executive recruiter at Nancy Zucker Associates, K. Russo Associates and Maximum Management. With extensive corporate experience, Ms. Goldstein brings a diverse skill set to the Houlihan Lawrence team, including a wealth of knowledge in house-maintenance and renovations. Ms. Goldstein also served as Assistant Marketing Manager at Nabisco, where she refined her marketing skills and was responsible for developing OREO's advertising and promotional programs, as well as managing the record volume-driving promotion for OREO's 75th anniversary. She received her bachelor's degree from St. Lawrence University and her M.B.A. in Marketing from Columbia University. Ms. Goldstein currently lives in the Fox Meadow neighborhood of Scarsdale with her husband and two children.
Ms. Mistry joins Houlihan Lawrence with extensive international expertise and corporate management experience. Ms. Mistry previously worked in Assurance and Advisory Services at Deloitte & Touche, LLP in Manhattan. This, coupled with her experience establishing companies in Mumbai, India, provide a seamless transition into real estate. Ms. Mistry also serves as a team member of the United Nations Non-Governmental Organizations Committee and is a key member of the Fundraising Committee for the $4.6 million new Zoroastrian Community Center in New York. Born and raised in India, she is fluent in Gujarati, Hindi and Portuguese and currently resides in Scarsdale.
Sales:
16 Montrose Road: New construction in Greenacres. Master bedroom suite with 11' tray ceiling, luxurious bath and two walk-in closets. Gourmet kitchen with separate breakfast area and adjacent family room with fireplace. Private Study. Amenities include: nine foot ceilings on first and second floor, oak floors, custom millwork, fully finished lower level, 4 zone heat and AC. Great yard.
Sale Price: $2,680,000
Real Estate Taxes: TBD
7 Beechwood Lane: Renovated center hall Colonial on cul-de-sac in Heathcote. Christopher Peacock kitchen, all Waterworks bathrooms and fittings, living room with stunning Eramosa stone fireplace, large family room with walls-of-glass and custom built-ins, fully outfitted mudroom, stunning bluestone patio and professionally landscaped private property, 2-car garage fitted with Flo Wall system, Elegant master retreat with luxurious walk-in closet, three additional bedrooms; 2 additional baths. Lower level playroom, new powder room, exercise room and laundry.
Sale Price: $2,450,000
Real Estate Taxes: $42,757
45 Corell Road: Charming stone and clapboard Colonial nestled in Secor Gardens with charming covered porches. This home features a generous sized living room with fireplace, family room with garden view, expansive dining room, new kitchen and new powder room. The master suite opens to a large upper terrace and the lower level playroom with fireplace opens to a stone and covered patio perfect for entertaining.
Sale Price: $999,999
Real Estate Taxes: $29,756
166 Clarence Road: Bright, Edgewood home on .25 acres with sun flooded living room with fireplace, formal dining room, fabulous great family room off the kitchen, large master suite with spacious walk in closet, 4 additional bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms. The wonderful, lush big private garden with large patio is perfect for entertaining.
Sale Price: $999,900
Real Estate Taxes: $24,891
88 Old Army Road: Edgemont: Downton Abbey in the heart of Edgemont. Stone English Tudor on manicured grounds with stone walls, private paths, patios and terraces. Stone and marble kitchen with high end appliances and granite counter tops. Sunken living room with wood burning fireplace for cozy gatherings and French doors leading to a library/family room, overlooking patio. Back staircase leads to separate bedroom and bath 1/2 flight up. Handsome landing on 2nd level features 4 generous sized bedrooms and two baths. Spacious 3rd level boasts 2 bedrooms, bath, and storage. Hardwood floors throughout--frieze moldings, decorated cornices, built-ins, leaded windows, Vermont slate roof.
Sale Price: $1,465,000
Real Estate Taxes: $21,350
Featured Listings:
6 Torrence Place, Scarsdale: Meticulously updated Colonial
situated on 0.62 acres in a tranquil cul-de-sac just blocks from elementary school, high school and public library. Custom kitchen with Thermador oven, range and warming drawer, Sub-zero refrigerator and Miele dishwasher. French doors lead to slate patio and large, level, fenced backyard area with hot tub and outdoor shower and woods beyond. Master bedroom suite with vaulted ceiling and dramatic windows overlooking the backyard with Waterworks bathroom and custom-built cherry cabinetry in the oversized walk-in-closet. Four more large bedrooms on second floor (one currently used as an upstairs den). Large, bright, walk-out finished playroom/family room in lower level. Every modern convenience added in 2004 renovation (down to the plumbing and wiring) including 5-zone hydro-air heat and 5-zone central air while retaining all the gorgeous architectural features original to the house. Slate roof new over 2004 addition (fully restored elsewhere). The best of both worlds. Learn more here:
List Price: $2,599,000
141 Brite Avenue, Scarsdale: Fabulous sunlit home, perfect for 
everyday living and entertaining. Beautiful details and high quality finishes throughout. 9 foot ceilings on the first floor. Lovely entry with double height ceiling. Large kitchen with granite island and breakfast room which opens to an inviting family room. Living room and dining room with shared gas fireplace. Speakers in kitchen, family room, dining room and basement. One block from elementary school. Taxes will be reduced in 2015. Square footage does not include a beautifully finished lower level with playroom, bedroom/office and full bath. Finished lower level is approximately 1,100 square feet. Learn more here:
List Price: $2,295,000
Suburban Retreat
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Realtors Dawn Knief and Mary Katchis of Julia B. Fee Sothebys in Scarsdale recently listed another mega home in town – this one is at 9 Heathcote Road. The 8,368 square foot home was built in 2006 and sits on 2.54 acres in the Heathcote Association and is listed for $13,300,000. Along with 7 bedrooms and 7 baths the house is outfitted with a home theatre, gym/yoga studio, and an art storage room. Outside there is a heated swimming pool, newly surfaced tennis court and an outdoor kitchen.
According to property records, the house is assessed at $10,341,000 with real estate taxes of $209,435. It was purchased in December 2011 for $10,884,000.
Why is it being sold so soon? It could be the increase in real estate taxes though the recent tax revaluation only raised taxes on the property by $7,000 per year.
Sales:
38 Lockwood Road: French Normandy Tudor in Crane Berkley set on .9 level acres with gorgeous gardens showcasing specimen trees, bushes and flowers. Elegant flagstone patios areas with a gazebo. Stunning interior spaces throughout, creatively expanded to keep the house's integrity. Ludovici tile roof. 6,244 square feet including 1,139 on the second floor and 1,275 in the lower level per Village records. 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, 2 powder rooms. Soaring ceilings. Cook's kitchen with top appliances and adjoining 
family room. Spacious versatile lower level recreation room. 4 fireplaces. 860 bottle wine cellar. State-of-the-art 8 zone heating and air-conditioning. Elegant flagstone patios areas with a gazebo.
Sale Price: $3,000,000
Assessed Value: $3,250,000
Real Estate Taxes: $71,417
1 Springdale Road: New construction: Energy Star Qualified home with state of the art high efficiency mechanical systems, open floor plan, ultra gourmet eat in kitchen adjacent to family room, legal finished basement, 9' ceilings throughout and spray foam insulation. This classic colonial design offers 5500square feet, 6 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths.
Sale Price: $2,510,000
Real Estate Taxes: TBD
2 Popham Lane: Ascend the private road to this incredible Fox Meadow haven, conveniently located walking distance to Scarsdale Village and train and even closer to the High School and Library. Revel in the charm of a classic Colonial, creatively renovated with a modern mentality and aesthetic. Ideal for casual daily living and festive gatherings. Large renovated Kitchen/Great Room is the true hub of the house. Six bedrooms. Versatile free-standing studio is ideal for parties, play space or private office.
Sale Price: $1,825,000
Real Estate Taxes: $38,472
51 Corell Road: Charm abounds in this stone front expanded cape with level property and great views of the wooded landscape. This warm and inviting home has been lovingly maintained and updated with tasteful appointments throughout. There are so many ways to live in this house with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, lots of storage and an amazing finished lower level. The master bedroom suite opens to a large deck and the Master Bath has been recently renovated with the finest materials. The roof, windows, and mechanicals have all been recently replaced.
Sale Price: $1,295,000
Real Estate Taxes: $26,254
2 Winthrop Lane: Edgemont: Cedar shingle and brick raised ranch with three bedrooms and 2.5 baths plus an office/possible 4th bedroom and a bonus family room. Hardwood floors and a large picture window in the living room which draws in natural sunlight. The dining room leads to a charming kitchen with a door to the blue stone patio and level yard.
Sale Price: $662,000
Real Estate Taxes: $22,600
Featured Listings:30 Greenacres Avenue, Scarsdale, NY: 
Elegant brick Center Hall Colonial on .45 park-like acre with fabulous architectural details throughout including a green tile roof. Gracious entry hall, living room with fireplace, doors to sunroom with French doors to deck; perfect for entertaining, overlooking beautiful private property, formal dining room, updated eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters, family room and powder room complete the first floor. Upstairs to master suite with two walk-in closets and marble bath, two additional bedrooms with adjoining playroom and updated marble bath. The third floor has two bedrooms, hall bath and plenty of storage. There is a walk-out finished lower level playroom, with powder room, laundry room and storage. Conveniently located near train and elementary school. Learn more here:
List Price: $2,195,000
20 Taunton Road, Scarsdale: Impressive, classic brick Center Hall 
French Colonial with great curb appeal. Located in the sought after Crane Berkley location of Scarsdale which is close to village, train, schools and parks. Located on a cul-de-sac, this nicely appointed home features fine architectural detail, gleaming hardwood floors and generously sized rooms. The sweeping staircase welcomes you into the living room with fireplace, large windows and access to the private wrap-around terrace. Additional 756 square feet of finished space in lower level not reflected in square footage. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,750,000
Agents Change Allegiances
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- Written by Joanne Wallenstein
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There was a time when the Julia B. Fee agency ruled Scarsdale real estate. Before 2007, the agency led the market for years but all that changed in 2007 when twelve of their top agents left in quick succession and moved to Houlihan Lawrence. More followed and Houlihan grew from 70 agents to 90 today. With sales of $300 million, those agents caused Houlihan's business to surge, and seven years later they closed 2014 with a 46.4% share.
According to Lewis Arlt of Houlihan Lawrence their current market share "comes in large part from long-standing relationships of trust, integrity, passion and professionalism. In 2007, the company became attractive to those 12 agents, because as a 3-county, family-run company, it had a feeling more like the old Julia B. Fee they loved, than their new owner, the corporate entity, Cendant-owned Sotheby's. Those agents have seen their careers grow with partnered support from Houlihan Lawnrece, and joined agents from other companies, who likewise have come aboard to benefit from the hands-on management style, compassionate service to the community, unmatched online local and global marketing, and a website that other brokers send their own clients to."
However, Julia B. Fee could be on their way back. Twelve real estate agents have changed allegiances and joined Julia B. Fee Sotheby's since the beginning of the year. Ten come from Coldwell Banker and two from Houlihan Lawrence's New Rochelle office. This brings the total number of agents at Julia B. Fee to 88. In 2014 Coldwell Banker stood in third place with a 8.7% market share, behind Julia B. Fee who held 17% of the market. With these new additions to their team, Julia B. Fee should stand to increase their share.
What was behind the shift? According to Jason Wilson, who manages the Julia B. Fee office in Scarsdale, the long-time manager of the Coldwell Banker office Linda Roth retired in December. Wilson reached out to Coldwell's agents and convinced them to make the move. Wilson says that he partners with the agents and gives them the tools they need to be successful – especially in the technology area. The agents were attracted by the promise of support and the momentum at the agency whose share has increased in the last three years.
New at Julia B. Fee Sotheby's are Nancy Simon, Jennifer Baldinger, Tracy Isaacs, Rene Wolfer, Patti Lipman, Agnes Holzberg, Lori Calamari, Alisa Kaplan, Linda Mantis and Susan Field from Coldwell Banker in Scarsdale as well as Micki Valvano and Felice Wyloge from Houlihan Lawrence in New Rochelle.
What other companies share this $800 million market? Newcomer Platinum Drive Realty finished the year with 8.7%, Prudential Centennial at 4.3% with Real Living Five Corners, Douglas Elliman, BHG Rand and Claire D. Leone dividing the balance.
Sales:
53 Penn Boulevard: New Center Hall Colonial on almost a half acre. Room for a pool. 10' ceiling on first floor, 9'ceiling on second floor and 9' ceiling in finished playroom. Approx. 1500 square feet in the basement is included in the total square footage. Incredible craftmanship and the finest materials which include: Kitchen: Statuarietto Marble counter tops, Wolf/48' gas range, Bosch dishwasher, Wolf hood, Wolf microwave and 48' subzero. HVAC: 4 zones forced air heating system. Mahogany front door.
Sale Price: $3,500,000
Real Estate Taxes: TBD
172 Brewster Road: Stone and shingle Colonial on nearly half an acre of level landscaped grounds adjoining nature preserve in Greenacres. Large, sun-splashed rooms including living room with fireplace, formal dining room, large master bedroom suite with fireplace, generous built-in closets and new bathroom with radiant floor heat and over sized shower with multiple shower heads. Six bedrooms and three new full baths. Additional features include original hardwood floors throughout, slate roof, large slate balcony overlooking beautiful, private grounds, updated multi-zone heating and air conditioning systems and a three-car garage.
Sale Price: $1,413,018
Real Estate Taxes: $27,753
6 Black Birch Lane: Located on a scenic and quiet .30 acre corner property in Quaker Ridge, this beautifully renovated home offers 2,516 square feet of open and airy living space with loads of sunshine. Three bedrooms and two full baths on second level, possible fourth bedroom with third full bath is located in fully finished, walk-out lower level. All modern amenities including gourmet eat-in-kitchen with custom cabinetry, stainless appliances and marble countertops, large formal dining room, huge living room with dramatic vaulted ceilings and wood-burning fireplace, gas heat, central air-conditioning, sizable family room with French doors out to blue stone patio for entertaining, built-in sound system, 2-car garage. Gorgeous property showcases cherry trees, a large magnolia tree and other specimen flowering plantings.
Sale Price: $1,060,100
Real Estate Taxes: $20,218
Featured Listings:7 Overlook Road, Scarsdale: Fabulous Colonial on .73 beautifully
landscaped acres with room for a pool. Built by Chillmark builders and later renovated using the architects Allisberg Parker. Bright sunlit home perfect for entertaining both inside and out. Beautiful entry hall with circular stair. Large rooms include the living room with fireplace, library with custom cabinetry, paneled dining room, office, kitchen with Caesar stone countertops, island and banquette, family room with fireplace. Doors to backyard from the family room, library, kitchen and office. The second floor has a master suite with bath plus three additional bedrooms and two baths. The lower level has a guest or nanny's room with bath, playroom/gym, second family room, full bath and laundry. The two-car garage has been converted to an indoor basketball court with 25-foot high ceilings. 9-zone heat and AC. Radiant heat in garage and office. Walk to high school, elementary school, train, and village. August possession. Learn more here:
List Price: $3,775,000
28 Fenimore Road, Scarsdale: Grand 1920s 
solid brick Colonial on spectacular large and flat property right near train, shops and school. Over 5000 square feet of impeccable interior space including 4 fireplaces, expansive master suite with tray ceiling, his and her bathrooms and multiple closets including room size walk-in with high-end finishes; six-and-a-half renovated baths; a huge open concept kitchen/family room with 9' ceilings and double French doors opening to large deck, slate patio and private, fully fenced, park-like rear yard. The gourmet kitchen and breakfast room include amenities such as stainless steel appliances and granite counter-tops and though the entire house has been renovated the formal living room and dining rooms have their original wood burning fireplaces, one with an authentic 1923 Art Deco carved marble mantel. Other improvements include new flat roofs with low maintenance Azek balustrades and rails, 4-zone HVAC; new hot water heater; brick paver driveway with ample parking. Learn more here:
List Price: $2,495,000
February Real Estate News
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- Written by Joanne Wallenstein
- Category: Real Estate
Another large home in Murray Hill has sold for far less than the new appraised value. This week 45 Birchall Road, appraised at $5,793,000 sold for just $3,800,000. The home was originally listed at $4,500,000, but sold for $700,000 less than the asking price and $1.2mm below the appraised value. The real estate tax shown on the listing is $129, 821 but the property record on the Village website shows updated taxes of $139,138.
In other real estate news, the overall base assessment of all Scarsdale real estate grew by $97 million or 1.05% in 2014. What does that mean for you? According to Village Assessor Nanette Albanese, "the (taxable) assessed value used to calculate a tax rate for the 2015 village and 2015 school taxes will be greater and reduced tax rates may result; assuming that budgets are not increased to the extent that any increase in the base assessment roll is consumed, or exceeded. " However, the larger assessed value base, will result in increased county taxes as Scarsdale will have to pick up a larger proportional share of the county tax.
Sales:
(Pictured above) 45 Birchall Drive: This jewel is one of the most exquisitely designed, 
constructed and appointed homes in Murray Hill. Sited on a beautifully landscaped acre on one of the most admired streets in Scarsdale. Breathtaking primary spaces include a soaring center hall, an outstanding Living Room with a custom fireplace, a formal dining room that is for elegant dining. The great room with fireplace, French doors leads to the patio and heated pool. Sure to impress is the fabulous kitchen with separate breakfast room. The second floor with its handsome landing reveals a fantastic master bedroom suite, including a enormous bedroom, dressing room, a glamorous bathroom, walk-in closets and a handsome study. Additionally, there are four bedrooms, a nursery, and three baths. Extra large bonus room and exquisite grounds offer exceptional privacy.
Sale Price: $3,800,000
Assessed Value: $5,793,000
Real Estate Taxes: $129,821
24 Jefferson Road: center hall Colonial recently completed that has everything you can imagine and more. Beautiful spacious kitchen with custom cabinets, granite, Wolf and Subzero appliances, 2 sinks, 2 dishwashers and a convenient butler's pantry-- ready for whatever awaits. High ceilings, sun splashed rooms, lovely hardwood floors and custom touches throughout will meet the needs of the most discriminating buyers. 6 bedrooms. 6 baths, a family room off the kitchen and an additional 2nd floor family room allow for flexible living. Finished basement with 1,793 square feet of living space, flat yard with patio and professional landscaping. Surround sound in seven zones, full house generator, wired with cat 6 cable, mud room and more.
Sale Price: $2,200,000
Real Estate Taxes: $42,000
6 Old Lyme Road: Bright and sunny Ranch home on .46 acre of beautiful property. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3.1 baths, this house is built for easy living. The large living room with picture window hosts a wonderful fireplace with marble surround and built-ins on either side. Entertain in the spacious dining room with views of the patio and yard. The family room features built-ins plus door to the flagstone patio and yard. The modern kitchen with granite counter tops, Sub Zero refrigerator, Wolf range top, double ovens and stainless steel appliances is another sunny area of the house. There are Marvin windows, hardwood floors plus 3 zone heat and air conditioning. Many closets, including a large cedar closet and good storage space are an added attraction to the house.
Sale Price: $1,450,000
Real Estate Taxes: $34,977
14 Edgemont Circle: Completely redone for today's modern lifestyle. Features include cathedral ceilings, eat-in kitchen, fenced yard, formal dining room, hardwood floors, and 2 family rooms. Private 0.40 acre park-like property with security system. Beautiful specimen trees and flowers in garden.
Sale Price: $1,275,000
Real Estate Taxes: $28,070
7 Oxford Lane: Lovely contemporary home with a very private setting on a cul-de-sac, nestled on .70 of an acre with great views and terrific sunlight throughout the day. Over 3,000 interior square feet which includes 2,248 on the first floor and 1,000 in the lower level. Open entry foyer, step-down living room with vaulted ceiling, formal dining room with vaulted ceiling as well. 2010 new eat-in kitchen with skylights, laundry room, large family room with fireplace, vaulted ceiling with skylights, built-ins and glass sliding door to deck. Master bedroom has walk-in closet and 2011 new bathroom, two additional bedrooms with hall bath. Easy access from large 2-car garage to a large mudroom, playroom, plus two additional rooms -office and a gym plus a full bathroom.
Sale Price: $949,000
Real Estate Taxes: $29,874
310 Old Colony Road: Situated in a tree lined street in Edgemont, expansive ranch with open floor plan and an abundance of windows and natural light. Living room with fireplace, spacious family room with radiant heat, soaring ceilings, wood burning fire place, Master bath with radiant heat, enormous kitchen with subzero refrigerator, sun drenched dining room opens to a deck which offers a panoramic tree top view. Lower level features 2nd family room with sliding door and has a potential as home office, gym, extra bedroom or in-law suite. 2 car garage, new stone masonry walkways and steps.
Sale Price: $838,000
Real Estate Taxes: $21,458
Featured Listings:53 Corell Road, Scarsdale: Move right in to this meticulously maintained 
and beautifully renovated five-bedroom Colonial. The cook's kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and sun-filled eating area opens onto the maintenance free deck overlooking the lovely yard. The living room with fireplace and spacious dining room with built-ins, are designed for entertaining and the large first floor family room features custom built-ins and a bar with wine storage. The luxurious private master suite has a new marble bath, a dressing area with two walk-in closets, and separate office. Three additional bedrooms, a hall bath, and a sitting area complete the second floor. The fifth bedroom with full bath on the first floor is ideal for a nanny, guest or office. The 763 square foot lower level is perfect for a playroom or home gym, and a new whole house generator offers peace of mind. Private setting and only steps from Corell Park and playground. Free bus to elementary school and high school. A must see. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,595,00027 Aspen Road, Scarsdale: Bright and spacious five-bedroom home
in Quaker Ridge with generously sized rooms. New kitchen (2009) with granite counters and high-end appliances, furnace/HVAC (2009), hot water (2011), roof (2012), windows, lower level tile floor, master bedroom with built-ins and new master bath, as well as new hall bath and lower level bath. Located near Aspen Park on a .38 acre level property with private back yard and two patios. Learn more here:
List Price: $1,299,000
