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Written by Joanne Wallenstein

Category: Real Estate

Published: 20 February 2014

No, we weren't imagining it. There have been an extraordinary number of home sales in the first weeks of 2014 as compared to this time in 2013. According to Lewis Arlt of Houlihan Lawrence, at this time in 2013 nine single family homes had passed title, compared to 26 homes this year. That's a 188% increase in sales. Many of the transactions passing title this year were booked in 2013, but the actual closings spilled into 2014.

Active listings are virtually the same as last year (91 in 2013 as compared to 89 this year), but there's a drop in the number of pending deals from 47 last year to 37 this year, which correlates to the jump in closings year to date.

Demand is currently high for active listings in all price ranges (when comparing active listings to those in contract), except the high end, where there are 26 active listings priced above $3M with only three in contract. Only one property valued at over $3 mm has closed so far this year, the same as 2013.

So despite unhelpful weather, motivated buyers and sellers are finding ways to make deals. With buyer demand strong, and new listings continuing to come on the market Arlt anticipates a brisk market.

Sales:
Only one this week – but it's a big one....

73 North Chase Road: New construction: 5,820 square foot house on just a under a quarter of an acre in Scarsdale Village. Center hall Colonial features chef kitchen, large master suite, fireplace in both living room and family room. Nine foot high ceilings, custom craftsmanship and moldings.. Third floor can be finished.

Sale Price: $2,880,000
Real Estate Taxes: TBD

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Written by Joanne Wallenstein

Category: Real Estate

Published: 27 February 2014

Perhaps Scarsdale's premier home, 2 Cooper Road, is on the market today –-- priced to reflect its grandeur, history, acreage and location. Some of you toured this house last summer when top interior designers it transformed it to a show house for NY Cottages and Gardens Magazine.

The 27-room Colonial Revival mansion that was built in 1914 features a grand stairway and rooms for every occasion, including a game room, a music room, a library, an upstairs family room with built-in bar, and a third floor with spacious accommodations for staff or guests. In addition there is a guesthouse, a pool, a tennis court and a 5-car garage. There are 12 bedrooms, 8 full and 3 partial baths and nine fireplaces in 14,725 square feet of interior space. Home of the Berger family for 60 years, this iconic house is sited on 3.75 acres atop a hill on Cooper Road, fronted by a majestic fountain and a rolling green lawn.

Sol Berger purchased the house in 1953 from Jack Wasserman a NYC dress manufacturer for less than $100,000. Berger founded and ran a shirt manufacturing company in Woodbury, Tennessee where his company eventually grew to employ 2,200 people. Additional plants were opened and at one time numbered 20 factories. According to his obituary Berger had a deep impact on the lives of his employees:

According to the Cannon Courier, "It is estimated that Mr. Berger was directly responsible for pumping approximately $200 million into the economy of Cannon County (Tennessee) in the form of payroll checks alone. In today's dollars, that would amount to more than $200 billion. This made it possible for one to see new washing machines on the front porches of homes in every section of the county in the late 1940s and early 1950s. Later we saw new homes, shiny new cars and pickup trucks everywhere. Television antennae were growing from every rooftop. Inside plumbing, add-on rooms and new appliances and new furniture were enjoyed in almost every home....There is not a single home in the county that was not affected by the presence of Colonial Corporation of America. Families were able to send their children to college. The quality of life of most of our people vastly improved due in part to the economic growth caused by the presence of Colonial Corporation of America."

Berger sold the company in the 1960's and then went into investing in real estate. He died in 2009 and is survived by two daughters, Renee and Sandye Berger, and their children and grandchildren.

Fit for today's version of royalty, the house is priced at $16,500,000, making it the most expensive house on the market in Scarsdale. For more information about this exceptional home, contact Dawn Knief and Mary Katchis of Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty in Scarsdale.

Sales:

28 Garden Road, Scarsdale: An exquisite setback and a circular driveway offer just a hint of the grandeur of this breathtaking home. A reception hall with a 2-story wall of leaded glass, a vaulted ceiling soaring beyond two stories, and a staircase recovered from a ship (War of 1812) provide a fitting intro to a home of remarkable scale and abundant qualities. Among the special features are magnificent wood beams, stunning floors, restored leaded glass windows, solid, intricately detailed doors and a beautiful setting.

Sale Price: $2,700,000
Real Estate Taxes: $58,111

20 Parkfield Road, Scarsdale: New 5000 square foot Colonial set on.32 acre in Fox Meadow. Entrance hall open to 2nd floor, modern eat in kitchen with center island, sliding glass doors to private back patio, family room with fireplace. Master bedroom with spa bath, 3 additional bedrooms, three full baths, laundry room. Lower level with playroom.

Sale Price: $2,200,000
Real Estate Taxes; TBD

47 Lincoln Road: Spacious and updated Dutch Colonial on 1/2 acre in prime neighborhood. 4,326 square feet with open, sunny floor plan. Features multi-zone CAC, gas heat, 2-car garage, alarm system, electric fence, updated windows. Gourmet kitchen with breakfast area, Wolf cooktop, double ovens, honed granite counters, farm sink, hidden walk-in pantry and door to oversized deck.
Sale Price: $1,345,000
Real Estate Taxes: $41,258

231 Delhi Road, Edgemont: Beautiful home on a cul de sac in Edgemont School District. Etched glass door, hardwood floors, family room with bar and sliders to patio, living room with fireplace, spacious dining room, eat-in kitchen, with new appliances. Second level features master bedroom with marble bath, 2 additional bedrooms and hall bath. Lower level family room, and den or guest room. Lushly, landscaped, private property.

Sale Price: $783,000
Real Estate Taxes: $21,130

Featured Listings:

12 Fairview Road, Scarsdale: New Construction Just Completed! Festive Dinner Parties...Pancake Breakfasts...Family Movie Nights...Move right in to this spectacular 6BR/6.1B Colonial. Absolutely every possibly luxury. MLS# 3403832- Text M313584 to 85377 for photos and info. List Price: $2,995,000

105 Melrose Drive, New Rochelle: Glamorous, sumptuous principal rooms...Gatherings with family and friends...Warming up in front of the marble fireplace...Warmer days on the flagstone patio This Beechmont Woods New Rochelle home is a hidden gem! MLS# 3400638 -Text M305926 to 85377 for pics and info. List Price: $1,195,000

8 Kent Road, Scarsdale: Pristine Colonial sets new standards for healthy living and ultra-efficient low energy costs. Certified, unsurpassed indoor air quality, highest water purity and the lowest/zero VOC materials in a sun-lit twelve- room, six bedroom, seven bath, 6,900 square foot residence. Custom millwork, high-end finishes and reclaimed wood flooring. .46 acres of picturesque property. Two-car garage with electric car charging station and ventilation system. State-of-the-art solar/geothermal heating and cooling. Learn more here:

List Price: $3,550,000

80 Brewster Road, Scarsdale: Stately Tudor in the heart of Fox Meadow. Totally renovated in 2007. Beautiful architectural details and high quality finishes throughout. Gourmet kitchen with soap stone countertops and top of the line appliances. Large family room with doors to yard. Living room with fireplace. Dining room with doors to front patio; perfect for entertaining. Additional features: slate roof, copper gutters, and wood floors. An area above the garage can be finished into a studio or exercise room. Walk to schools, town and train. Learn more here:

List Price: $2,695,000

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Written by Joanne Wallenstein

Category: Real Estate

Published: 13 February 2014

Another big week for snow and sales. See what sold in Scarsdale and Edgemont this week:
86 Sheldrake Road: This French Country style home is replete with luxury, quality and comfort. Sited on one of Scarsdale's prime streets, this home boasts 1 acre of unspoiled natural beauty with exquisite plantings and lovely perennial gardens that surround the 25 x 50 pool. The comfortable master suite on the first floor features a beamed cathedral ceiling, master bath, fabulous closet space and sitting room.
Sale Price: $2,890,000
Real Estate Taxes: $71,257

16 Horseguard Lane: Stately red brick colonial on a quiet and picturesque street. Ideal layout for entertaining, classic architectural details and spacious backyard. Upgrades include oversized living room with custom bay windows, master suite with abundant closets and an elegant bathroom, and tasteful built-ins throughout. There is au pair's suite and office on first floor. Walk-out basement with finished playroom.

Sale Price: $2,250,000
Real Estate Taxes: $51,996

186 Griffen Avenue: Circular drive leads to this unbelievable Colonial and Carriage House on 1.43 acres looking out at golf course. Gunite heated pool with mechanical cover. New gourmet kitchen and renovated baths. Architectural details include moldings, original wood beams,4 fireplaces, French doors, beautiful hardwood flroos and built-ins. Full house generator, new furnace, new roofs, many new windows .Carriage house with beadboard walls and 12 foot ceiling and upstairs legal,2 bedroom/1 bath apartment.

Sale Price: $1,895,000
Real Estate Taxes: $36,795

346 Heathcote Road: Premier Scarsdale builder known for craftsmanship, attention to detail and finest finishes. Features include: 9'ceilings, gorgeous EIK; marble/stone countertops, Jenn Air appliances, multi-windowed eating area over-looking landscaped backyard, adjacent family room with fireplace, full finished lower level with bedroom and bath. Custom moldings, mahogany deck, spray foam insulation throughout, top grade stucco/wood exterior, Timberline roof, high efficiency boiler and more.

Sale Price: $1,800,000
Real Estate Taxes: TBD

5 Elm Road: Sophisticated Scarsdale home is perfectly set on a picturesque cul-de-sac in a fabulous walk to train and school location. Renovated with the highest quality materials and impeccable style and flair. Updates include new roof, new windows, new kitchen with center island, new bathrooms, new portico, new solid wood interior doors, new HW heater and more.

Sale Price: $1,500,010
Real Estate Taxes: $26,511

35 Cohawney Road: Fox Meadow brick and stucco home featuring 6 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths and 3,300 square feet of interior space. Features include gleaming hardwood floors, modern eat-in kitchen with instant-hot water, new boiler, new hot water heater, updated baths, gas fireplace with handcrafted mantle, curved ceilings, arched doorways and much more.

Sale Price: $1,465,000
Real Estate Prices: $31,437

103 Brite Avenue: Sun-filled 4 bedroom 3 bath home in Greenacres. Well maintained. Home features a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, Generous sized rooms, lots of closets, new windows, furnace, central air conditioning, master bath, 2 zone heat, 2 patios, 2 car garage, Walkout basement and additional 1050 square feet on lower level.

Sale Price: $1,215,000
Real Estate Taxes: $24,257

1108 Post Road: Sunny four bedroom, 3 bath Cape/Colonial home on .53 acre of deep property, set back offering privacy. Slate patio, gracious entry, living room with stone fireplace. New kitchen with stainless steel appliances. New white Carrara marble bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout, new windows. Freshly painted.

Sale Price: $820,000
Real Estate Taxes: $19,217

15 Weaver Street: Colonial home located in the desirable Heathcote section of Scarsdale. Living room with fireplace, formal dining room, Music Room, kitchen, Guest room and half bath. Second floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. 1 car attached garage with mudroom leading to house. Wonderful .38 acres in a convenient location.
Sale Price: $625,000
Real Estate Taxes: $16,707

Featured Listings:

9 Olmsted Road: Going.. Going...One if the best values on market! Stately and spacious four-bedroom, three and one-half bath brick center hall Colonial in perfect Fox Meadow location within walking distance to Scarsdale Schools, train and Village. Welcome home to sunlit, oversized rooms, two fireplaces, curved staircase, two+ car garage. Ideal for entertaining, highlights include first floor family room, living room with fireplace, formal dining room and private landscaped grounds. Don't wait to see! Mark Nadler, (914) 600-6010, Learn more here:

List Price: $1,475,000

1 Eva Lane: Summer pool parties, family game night, backyard catch: Here is your opportunity to experience desirable Edgemont with close to an acre of land on a cul-de-sac. Create lifetime memories in this spacious lovingly-maintained home with a magnificent private built-in pool. Special features include an enormous open kitchen with breakfast area and easy access to the yard. Elyse Pace (917) 796-7817, Sheri Wolfe (917) 693-8210 Learn more here:

List Price: $1,100,000

38 Lockwood Road, Scarsdale: Majestic French Normandy Tudor in Crane Berkley with stunning interior spaces, creatively expanded to keep the house's integrity. 6400 square feet, six-bedrooms, six-baths, two powder rooms. Soaring ceilings. Cook's kitchen with top appliances and adjoining family room. Spacious recreation room. four fireplaces. wine cellar. Breathtaking .9 Acres in Fox Meadow with gorgeous gardens, specimen trees and bushes. Elegant flagstone patios with a gazebo. Approved pool site. Walk to train. One of a kind magical mini-castle! Learn more here:

List Price: $3,750,000

27 Kensington Road, Scarsdale: Dramatic sun-filled Collet designed brick and slate Center Hall Colonial ideally located on premier Fox Meadow street near elementary school and playgrounds and very close to train, shops and restaurants. Features include high end finishes, wainscoting, crown and dentil moldings, large center hall with 2nd floor palladium window, newer Cook's Kitchen with large dining area, newer marble master bath and powder room, three fireplaces, two slate patios, circular driveway. Square footage includes finished Basement. One of a kind. Learn more here:

List Price: $2,695,000