2016 Real Estate Outlook
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How will the market for real estate in Scarsdale perform in 2016? Will a positive economic forecast bring buyers to Scarsdale? Will the market for high-end homes improve? We asked a few local realtors to offer their perspectives, and here is what they shared:
Lewis Arlt of Houlihan Lawrence:
2015 had an 8.7 % drop compared to 2014 in units sold in Scarsdale, and a 3.1% drop in median sale price. We enter 2016 with 93 single-family properties on the market, and 44 in contract. The demand is very strong for homes priced below $3M, and much less demand for homes priced over $3M, where currently there are 49 homes on the market and 5 in contract. We anticipate significant numbers of resale properties entering the market over the next few weeks, with plenty for buyers to choose from in the high end. If history is a guide, properties priced under $2M will find buyers eager to come take a look, which may lead to competitive bidding, and inventory remaining low. Sellers are advised to be realistic about value pricing if their motivation to sell is strong.
Zach Harrison, President of Platinum Drive Realty:
We anticipate a brisk market in the under two million dollar range with stable inventory and high demand. At the high end, we expect steady demand and more conservative pricing levels given the increase in high-end inventory.
Mortgage rates are inching up but so far the increase has been manageable for buyers as they are still historically low.
Millennials are expected to continue to dominate the buying pool in 2016 as the majority of first time homebuyers. Scarsdale has tremendous appeal to these young buyers who are looking for a short commute, excellent schools and all the wonderful things our community has to offer.
Sales:
28 Claremont Road
This tudor is in the heart of Greenacres, with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a prime .26 of an acre. The living room has a bay window and French doors to the family room. A new gourmet eat-in kitchen has a center island and granite countertops with high-end appliances and finishes. Another set of French doors lead out to the flagstone patio. The master bedroom has his-and-hers walk-in closets with a master bathroom. There is a bonus room on the third floor. The basement is fully finished with a full bathroom, an office space, and a family room. There are hardwood floors throughout and a flat roof with ice shields and copper flashing. There is a stone patio and terrace, and stone walls with weep holes.
Sale Price: $1,425,000
Taxes: $29,185
239 Rock Creek Lane
This Quaker Ridge four-bedroom ranch has a private and level backyard that backs up to wooded solitude. There are hardwood floors, spacious rooms and an updated kitchen with new cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Also has a two car attached garage with a long driveway that can accommodate at least four cars.
Sale Price: $901,000
Taxes: $25,745
7 Overhill Road
This four bedroom, three and a half bath Tudor has a living room with a fireplace equipped with a wood burning stove.
Sale Price: $867,000
Taxes: $16,134
Edgemont:
17 Barclay Road

This home in Old Edgemont has a front entry foyer leading to a living room with wood burning fireplace, sun room, formal dining room, and an eat- in kitchen with separate pantry. The kitchen has easy access to a screened porch. The second floor features three bedrooms and a bath. The third floor has a bedroom, bath and storage. There is also a versatile lower level space.
Sale Price: $830,000
Taxes: $19,114

68 Brewster Road, Scarsdale
Location Location Location. This beautiful bright sunny 2009 home is situated in the heart of Fox Meadow, right near everything and only a few minutes' walk to: elementary and high schools, library, shopping and Metro North Train. On .30 of an acre and over 6000 interior square feet, this newer home has it all. Incredible Kitchen/Great Room, professional cooks' appliances, huge center island, wood burning fireplace, additional breakfast room, mud room and walk-in pantry, plus first floor library/office. five bedrooms: Master Suite with sitting room, gas fireplace, three closets and ultimate bathroom, plus four additional bedrooms with three baths. High end finishes throughout plus two laundry rooms (second floor and lower level), elevator for three floors, lower level kitchenette, gym, media room and playroom. Lovely backyard and covered patio. Move right in. For more information, click here.
List Price: $3,195,000
23 Bradford Road, Scarsdale
Exceptional and enhanced Scarsdale property offers stunning seclusion on .66 acres with the most gorgeous heated pool and overflowing hot tub nestled amid professionally landscaped property accented with dramatic
twilight lighting. Smartly updated and beautifully maintained home offers
5500+ square feet and over 1100 square feet of mahogany decking with blue stone patios encircling the pool. Sun-drenched throughout, this home enjoys oversized rooms including two family rooms, two recreation rooms and open expansive kitchen with sliders to Mahogany deck, exterior stainless steel kitchen, interior/exterior wet-bar opening to the gorgeous Shoreline pool and backyard gardens. All this blends seamlessly with the traditional character and quality of this classic stone and clapboard home located an easy walk to elementary school with bus to middle and high school. An exceptional opportunity for a private oasis in the heart of Scarsdale. For more information, click here.
List Price: $3,150,000
Open Houses:
10 Morris Lane, Scarsdale
Sunday January 10th, 1:00 - 3:00pm
This majestic estate is located on a premier block in prestigious Murray Hill. Never before on the market, this gracious Center-Hall Colonial is sited on two glorious acres surrounded by lush rolling lawns and exquisite gardens. A fabulous Gunite pool and adjacent tennis court enhance the luxury lifestyle. The house boasts nine foot ceilings, elegant finishes and quality appointments, including hardwood floors, arched doorways and walls of wainscoting creating an aura of grace and elegance. The stunning gourmet kitchen features St. Charles cabinetry, all new stainless steel appliances and a breakfast area that opens to the patio. The floor plan is ideal for convenient everyday living and formal entertaining as the indoor leads seamlessly to the beautiful outdoor spaces. Six bedrooms, five bathrooms and a convenient laundry room complete the second floor. For more information, click here.
List Price: $4,990,000
6&8 Manor Lane, Scarsdale
Sunday January 10th, 2:00 - 4:00pm
Exceptional brand new construction in the heart of Scarsdale at Heathcote Manor, an enclave of single family homes sharing a private cul-de-sac in Heathcote. Each home boasts spacious rooms, clean lined design and light-filled interiors. Enter by way of an impressive foyer and entertain graciously in the formal living and dining rooms. Enjoy the perfect layout for family living with an expansive open plan kitchen/breakfast area/family room with gas fireplace and French doors to a yard and patio, ideal for outdoor dining. A powder room and spacious study (or 5th bedroom) complete the first floor. The second floor features a stunning master bedroom with gas fireplace, luxurious master bath and two walk-in closets, three more bedrooms, two full baths and a study/computer area. The lower level contains an enormous recreation room, media room/gym, large laundry room, full bath and two car garage. Elevator optional. Near schools, shops and bus. Can customize. Don't miss these gems. For more information, click here.
List Price: $1,798,000
2015 Year End Sales
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Homes continued to sell, right through the end of December. Here are just some of the recent closings:
35 Murray Hill Road:
Contemporary Center Hall Colonial in Murray Hill situated on a flat acre of land on a cul-de-sac. A stonewall borders almost the entire length of the property. Entry hall provides a wonderful flow throughout the first floor. Hardwood floors, formal dining room with dentil molding, sunken living room with marble fireplace, music room. Sunken family room with cathedral vaulted beam ceiling and wood burning stone fireplace, patio doors to a spectacular park like grounds. Kitchen with island and breakfast area, laundry room and powder room complete the first floor. Master Suite with sitting area and 3 additional bedrooms, and playroom/game room, back staircase. Lower level, recreation, fitness, full bath, and storage.
Sale Price: $2,825,000
Real Estate Taxes: $60,776
61 Church Lane:
Fox Meadow Colonial on professionally landscaped 1/3 acre property. Designed by popular local architect, this meticulously crafted 6 bedroom, 6.1 bath home was re-built in 2003. Private gardens with perennials and hydrangeas- featured in 2008 Garden Tour of Scarsdale homes. Professional chef's kitchen offers Wolf range top, double ovens, oversized SubZero refrigerator, large granite island, and sunny breakfast area. Spacious stone veranda. Large family room adjacent to kitchen. Private bedroom/library with bathroom completes this level. Master bedroom has 11 foot ceilings, walk-in-closet and an award-winning master bathroom.
Sale Price: $2,593,500
Real Estate Taxes: $56,452
44 Greenacres Avenue:
Greenacres brick Center Hall Colonial with exquisite architectural details throughout. Beautiful leaded windows, three fireplaces, grand center hall opens to all first floor rooms, living room, dining room, family room, powder room as well as entrances to outdoor private patio, slate roof, large 2-car garage and updated cook's kitchen with granite counters, center island, professional stove and three sinks. Master suite with new master bath with soak tub and shower, 2 sinks and outfitted walk-in closet, three bedrooms, one en-suite, two new baths, two walk-in closets and bonus office complete the second floor. Lower level playroom, guest quarters with separate entrance, beautiful updated bath, laundry room and office. Private backyard.
Sale Price: $2,182,500
Real Estate Taxes: $50,141
68 Popham Road:
Sunny French Normandy Tudor near Scarsdale Village. Private setting behind a picturesque grove of trees. Freshly painted interior with gleaming oak floors. 11 rooms including 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths and a powder room. Large leaded glass windows provide lots of light and have great views. 2009 chef's kitchen with marble counters and adjoining breakfast room and pantry/bar area. Top appliances including La Cornue stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, Sub-Zero wine refrigerator and a warming drawer. Tastefully renovated marble baths. New Vermont slate roof with all copper gutters in 2007. New plumbing throughout. Flat backyard.
Sale Price: $1,525,000
Real Estate Taxes: $31,511
47 Montrose Road:
Charming sunny Tudor located in Greenacres. Side hall entry way provides an immediate view of the first floor and private yard. Hardwood floors throughout. Spacious living room with wood burning fireplace. French doors and windows. The 32 foot long living room leads to both the dining room and a comfortable sun room. The eat-in kitchen has been updated with new granite countertops. The pantry leads to the powder room and doorway to a large patio and private yard. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and full hall bath. The master bedroom features a large walk-in closet. There is an additional bedroom and full bath on third floor. The basement leads to a two-car garage. New gas furnace and water heater.
Sale Price: $1,125,000
Real Estate Taxes: $22,515
10 Brook Lane:
Greenacres Colonial on a private lane. Built with old-world charm, this classic home boasts artisan cabinetry, original hardware and inviting spaces. Recently refinished hardwood flooring. Elegant rooms including a step-down living room with wood burning fireplace flanked by bookshelves. Large formal dining room with bay window and built-in credenza. Bright, spacious kitchen with a sunny eat-in area and views of the backyard and private flagstone terrace. Master bedroom with working fireplace and lovely views of the home's park-like setting. Updates include central air-conditioning, windows, and hardwood floors.
Sale Price: $910,000
Real Estate Taxes: $17,625
Edgemont:
11 Campden Road:
Stone Colonial on a picturesque and quiet street in Cotswold area of Edgemont. This mint condition house features 5,264 square feet of fully renovated space and perfectly flat and private professionally manicured grounds. Features include a grand step down living room with high ceilings and original limestone fireplace, formal dining room, all stone sun room with French doors, fully renovated eat in kitchen with center island, desk area, SubZero and Miele appliances and breakfast room, mudroom, large family room with doors to yard, 2 car garage, 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths plus a powder room. Completely renovated in 2008.
Sale Price: $2,340,000
Real Estate Taxes: $37,861
17 Paradise Drive:
Five bedroom Colonial on almost 1/2 acre
of beautifully landscaped property. Gourmet kitchen with center island and breakfast area with picture frame window adjacent to fabulous family room with built-ins and new hardwood floor. Amenities and special features include new landscaping and masonry, new bluestone patio, all renovated baths, new shingles, freshly painted inside and out, refinished floors, new in-ground sprinklers, two car garage with high ceilings, new garage doors, and new hot water heater.
Sale Price: $1,250,000
Real Estate Taxes: $38,346
More Homes Going Down
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The Committee for Historic Preservation will consider applications to demolish four Scarsdale homes at their pre-holiday meeting on Tuesday night December 22 at 8 pm.
Poised for the wrecking ball are the following four homes:
61 Franklin Road built in 1962: On .46 acres
20 Claremont Road built in 1920: On .6 acres: Currently listed for $1,100,888
14 Reimer Road, built in 1923: On 1.32 acres: Previously listed for $3,350,000
1 Burgess Road, built in 1962: On .54 acres. Currently listed for $1,340,000
Anyone with information as to the historic nature of the homes or possible reasons to preserve them is encouraged to attend the meeting.

Sales:
Edgemont:
16 Hadden Road
This five bedroom Cots
wold Tudor, situated on a level .34 acres in the Cotswold neighborhood of Edgemont, has an entrance foyer, eat-in kitchen, family room and sunroom on the first floor. On the second level, there is a master suite with three family bedrooms and a hall bath. Located up a back staircase off the kitchen are an additional bedroom, office, and full bath. There is a deck located off of the sunroom.
Sale Price: $1,675,000
Taxes: $41,129
19 Lynwood Road
This lovely Tudor style home is on just under a half acre of subdivided land with a fully fenced, private backyard. It features hardwood floors throughout, four updated baths, and an updated kitchen with granite counter tops, cherry wood cabinetry, a gourmet Wolf stove and a Sub Zero refrigerator. There are high vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and a working fireplace in the living room. There is a finished basement with bath, four bedrooms and a den (or additional bedroom). This home has a new roof, new high efficiency gas furnace and chimney flue, new hot water tank, new attic fan, and new fencing.
Sale Price: $1,000,000
Taxes: $15,280
2 Reimer Road, Scarsdale
This impressive Tudor revival in the estate section of Murray Hill accommodates today's active lifestyle. On over an acre of gorgeous flat property, your guests will enjoy the outdoor kitchen in the large covered backyard porch, complete with pizza oven and grill, overlooking the tennis court. The house has a fantastic flow with generously sized rooms, offering amenities such as radiant heated floors, new Norwood windows, enclosed veranda, walk-in pantry, cathedral ceiling and much more. This substantial house on such a distinguished street is the perfect combination. For more information, click here.
List Price: $3,795,000
6B Dickel Road, Scarsdale
Enjoy abundant space and light in this front to back split in the Greenacres section of Scarsdale. A large entry foyer welcomes you into this 5 bedroom, 3 bath home on a very private and tranquil street. The living room has a wood burning fireplace and vaulted ceiling. The formal dining room is located right off the very large dine-in kitchen. On the second floor is the master bedroom with en suite bath and 3 more bedrooms and hall bath. On the lower level there is an oversized family room with sliding doors to the patio and yard, as well as an additional bedroom and full bath. The laundry and the entrance to the 2 car garage are located a few steps down on the basement level where there is ample room for storage. Hardwood floors, 2 zone heat and central air complete the ability to have a wonderful lifestyle. Free bus to Middle School and High School. For more information, click here.
List Price: $898,000
Market Report: Sales Down in Scarsdale and Up in Edgemont
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Sales as of the end of November 2015 in Scarsdale are down 10.7% from the same period last year. In 2015 there were 218 sales versus 244 last year accompanied by a 27.6% increase in active inventory, with 111 listings versus 87 at this time last year.
The upsurge in inventory is most pronounced at the high end of the market, where there is a 90% increase in listings in the $3-5MM range and a 37.5% increase in inventory of homes priced over $5MM. The biggest change in sales was in the $3-5MM range which dropped 31.8%. There is a nice selection of homes priced above $3 million available in prime locations in Scarsdale. Demand for homes priced below $3mm remains strong.
For the first eleven months of the year, sales in Edgemont increased 8.8% increase over last year with 99 sales this year versus 91 last year. There is also a 16% increase in inventory with 36 active listings versus 31 last year. The $500,000-700,000 market saw a 33.3% increase in sales and the $700-1MM market saw a 34.5% increase. All other price ranges were slightly down in number of sales. The market below $1.5 continues to be in high demand in Edgemont.
Realtors are anticipating an influx of inventory early in the New Year and hope for an influx of buyers, as well. Many sellers are waiting to list their homes until spring when new buyers are scouting the market to learn more about prices and value, and to line up pre-approvals for mortgages.
Market Summary:
Scarsdale: January 1 – November 30, 2015:
- Up to $1MM: 9 active listings, 56 in contract or sold
- $1-1.5MM range: 11 active listings, 77 in contract or sold
- $1.5-2MM range 23 active listings, 55 in contract or sold
- $2-3MM range: 19 active listings, 52 in contract or sold
- $3-5MM range: 38 active listings, 24 in contract or sold
- $5MM and up: 11 active listings, 5 in contract or sold
Edgemont: January 1 – November 30, 2015:
- Up to $1MM: 8 active listings, 58 in contract or sold
- $1-2MM range: 21 active listings, 54 in contract or sold
- $2-3MM range: 8 active listings, 4 in contract or sold
- $3MM+ range: 2 active listing, 3 in contract or sold
-This information was provided by Laura Miller and Elise Flagg of Houlihan Lawrence Scarsdale.
Sales:
14 Reimer Road
This center hall Colonial sits on a level, private, 1.32 acres in Murray Hill and features hardwood floors, fireplaces in both the living room and dining room, and a lovely paneled study.
Sale Price: $3,000,000
Taxes: $60,777
361 Heathcote Road
This colonial has a covered porch, eat-in-kitchen with center island and breakfast area open to a (16x19) family room with a fireplace and french doors to the library. There is a formal living room (13.4x19.4) and dining room (14x15.9). The mudroom and laundry room are off the kitchen that leads to a two-car garage. The master bedroom suite has a tray ceilings, his and her walk-in closets (26x19) and a separate sitting room (11x12). There are three additional bedrooms and two full baths. There is also an area that could be customized as an open study loft. The lower level boasts an additional 1600 square feet that will be finished with a playroom, bedroom and full bath.
Sale Price: $2,627,500
Taxes: TBD
22 South Church Lane
This colonial is located in the Crane-Berkley neighborhood of Fox Meadow. Set on .41 acres of lush property, this home has been renovated over time. There is a living room with high ceilings and a gas fireplace, an eat-in-kitchen with hi-end appliances, family room with built-ins and random width peg oak floors, master bedroom with tray ceiling, cedar walk-in-closet, juliet balcony with an awning, skylight and master bath. Hi-lights include oak trimmed Marvin windows through-out, oak hardwood flooring, all cedar closets, multiple built-ins, and three zone central air/two zone heat. The yard features a bi-level stone patio with a gas barbecue and is surrounded by mature evergreens and a high stone wall, offering great privacy.
Sale Price: $1,844,000
Taxes: $33,848
28 Crossway
This four bedroom colonial has a two car attached garage, hardwood floors throughout, stone patio, a fenced in level backyard, entry foyer, living room with fireplace, formal dining room with picture window, family room with door to patio, powder room, gourmet eat-in kitchen with Viking/Miele appliances, new cabinets, limestone backsplash and granite counters, master bedroom with walk-in closets and updated master bath, three additional bedrooms and updated hall bath with dual vanity. Square footage includes 792 square foot legalized finished lower level with versatile playroom area, full bath, laundry room, pantry room, utilities and extra storage.
Sale Price: $1,410,000
Taxes: $25,980
148 Lyons Road
This colonial home has a fireplace in the living room and master bedroom.
Sale Price: $645,000
Taxes: $13,207.29
Edgemont:
79 Inverness Road
This Cotswold area house has a California feel on a private setting on .48 acres. There is a private bedroom wing and a redone kitchen with storage, counter space, breakfast area, office space and laundry area. There are four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, two fireplaces, a two-car garage, and central air conditioning.
Sale Price: $1,256,000
Taxes: $32,328
5 Robin Hill Road
This house is on top of Robin Hill with a half acre of two sub-dividable lots. The lower level has a family room/in-law suite with bathroom and a separate entrance to the patio and backyard. There are new lighting fixtures added throughout, as well as dual-zone central heating/air conditioning. There is a lighted Bessler attic and a crawl space. Many landscaping additions throughout including eight mature Crabapple and Dogwood trees and a mini irrigation system installed for shrubs and flower beds. There are newly stained, polished hardwood floors, freshly painted interior/exterior, cathedral ceiling, eat-in-kitchen, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, new cooktop, new water heater, sprinkler system, walk out basement, alarm system, and a 200 amp panel.
Sale Price: $1,150,000
Taxes: $27,885
34 Seely Place
This Colonial in Old Edgemont on .43 Acres has three updated bedrooms, 2.1 baths plus an office, central air conditioning, Marvin windows, copper gutters and hardwood floors. There are French doors to a flagstone patio overlooking the garden.
Sale Price: $1,100,000
Taxes: $23,044
65 Moorland Drive
This home features an updated eat-in-kitchen with granite countertops, skylights and stainless steel appliances. The first floor master bedroom includes a master bath with heated floors and a steam shower. The dining room has a view of the backyard through the sliding glass doors. The living room has a wood burning fireplace. Upstairs there is a large bedroom with storage and closets, another large bedroom with a sitting area and a playroom.
Sale Price: $999,999
Taxes: $26,529
2 Tanglewood Road
This 1950's split home sits on 1/4 acre in Edgemont. There is a new furnace, electrical box and wiring. The roof is less than five years old. The land is .24 acre with 75 frontage and 107 depth (10,870 sq. ft.) on a corner lot. The basement is wood paneled, with a laundry room and half bath.
Sale Price: $547,000
Taxes: $19,344
3 Brookfield Lane, Scarsdale
Extraordinary sun-lit Contemporary with 6953 square feet of exquisite interior space filled with skylights and walls-of-windows located on beautifully landscaped, secluded 1.09 acres in Heathcote at the end of a cul-de-sac. Built in 1987 and creatively renovated and expanded in 1999. Spacious brick circular drive to front door with ample parking for guests. Dramatic entry with 27' vaulted ceiling and herringbone cherry floors. Amazing gourmet kitchen/great room with capacious space for cooking, dining, office work, entertainment and family gatherings. Wrap-around deck off kitchen and living room with a second deck off the library. Master suites on first and second floors. Twelve rooms, six bedrooms, six full baths and a powder room. 30' waterfall cascading into a delightful pool surrounded by a flagstone patio. Numerous walk-in closets and custom built-ins. Elevator to all floors. A one-of-a-kind spectacular home perfect for entertaining inside and out. It takes your breath away. For more information, click here.
List Price: $3,595,000
Magnificent stone, brick and stucco Tudor Manor House with a slate roof on a level .41 acre in the heart of Fox Meadow with a fine close-in location to Scarsdale Village amenities and Metro-North train to NYC. A through spacious center hall leads to a grand step-down living room with fireplace and 9' ceilings adjoining a sunny library/family room, a formal dining room and a large kitchen with a Garland range/ oven, a family dining area and desk center. Sliding doors a to flagstone patio across the back of the house also reached from the center hall and library. Six bedrooms including four on the second floor with three baths and two more bedrooms and a bath accessed from the kitchen. Two powder rooms. Large leaded windows let the sun shine in from all directions. Fine architectural details include a grand staircase, beautiful oak floors, a barrel ceiling on the second floor landing and wide open doorways on the first level. A grand opportunity to make one of Scarsdale's finest homes your own. For more information, click here.
List Price: $2,295,000
Real Estate Survey Results and Recent Sales
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The Real Estate Survey conducted on Scarsdale10583 indicates that respondents are looking to Village Trustees to re-examine our laws to limit the size of new homes, protect trees and preserve open space. 75% of respondents believe that the new homes being built in Scarsdale are too large and 4 out of 5 respondents agree that trustees should re-examine code on floor area ratio, lot coverage, and the preservation of trees and open space. However, respondents are divided on the effect of home demolitions and new construction.
Though the survey size was small – there were only 113 respondents, here are their views on demolitions, construction and what trustees might do to preserve neighborhood character in Scarsdale.
Survey Response:
What do you think about the demolition of homes in Scarsdale?
-Negatively impacts the character of the neighborhood: 46%
-Positively impacts the character of the neighborhood: 26.5%
Does not impact the character of the neighborhood: 24.7%
What do you think about the number of homes being demolished in Scarsdale?
There are too many homes being demolished: 48.6%
There are the right amount of homes being demolished: 47.7%
What do you think about the number of new homes being built in Scarsdale?
-There are too many new homes being built.
We are losing the character of the village: 46.9%
-There are the right amount of new homes being built: 39.8%
What do you think about the size of new homes being built?
They are generally too large: 75.2%
They seem to be the right size for the neighborhood and property: 21.2%
However over 80% of residents are looking to our government to address the issues. Here is what you said:
So though readers are split on the number of new homes going up, they are overwhelming opposed to the size of these new homes. Readers also had lots to say about the current landscape and what should be done. Here are just a few of your comments:
Comment #1:
The vast majority of teardowns are exactly that-teardowns, never having been updated or maintained. The FAR regulations have encouraged oversized and quite frankly unappealing homes that over time will be expensive to maintain and repair. The dormers and multiple rooflines are sometimes done simply and well and other times-bizarre and unattractive. A walk around the Crossway area reveals a dozen cheesy and unattractive homes built over the past 3-5 years. How they were approved by the BAR stuns me and nearly all that know of them. Several have a mish mash of window styles and rooflines that defy taste- 4 to 7 styles on one front. Who approves this? These are the ones that need give new development a bad name. Others are done tastefully or innocuously. Clearly the FAR needs a reval and the BAR needs to establish better standards and apply them equally to all homes, not just the ones that neighbors put up a fuss over.
Comment #2:
I live on a street that is one very short, steep block long and previously had 8 houses. It now has 10 houses and one monstrous renovation. The street it now congested with large houses on relatively very small lots. Because the builders have no property to work with, they have destroyed the contours of the land and created walls and terraces. In addition, the close proximity of the houses has led to uniform, unattractive "stockades" of arbor vitae in an attempt to regain the privacy that existed when the houses were not one on top of another. What's sad is that the people who pay for these ridiculous abodes could have more square feet on larger properties in houses with some character, for basically the same outrageous prices they've paid.
Comment #3
I purchased my home in Fox Meadow 25 years ago. I was attracted to Scarsdale primarily because of the "look" of an established town with gracious old homes. All that has changed now, the overwhelming majority of builders crap that is going up looks the same. It combines clapboard and feature stone along with a hodgepodge of "feature windows" and it is called a Colonial. All this on a too small lot and too close to the neighbors. And how about height? The majority of the new houses dwarf their older neighbors in height, completely out of character.
The BAR should be charged with the responsibility/guidelines to help ensure/create a varied neighborhood of Tudors, colonials and Mediterranean's. The building materials should be diverse and of high quality. Regulation of landscaping should be taken seriously. For each knockdown/new home, there should be a minimum established for new shade trees. The newly planted trees should be a minimum size as well when planted.
Sales:
Edgemont:
39 High Point Road
This ranch home is on almost an acre (.8388) of secluded park-like property with flowers, lush greenery, vegetable gardens and colorful mature plantings. Relax in the expansive private yard or by the in-ground swimming pool. Both the dining and family rooms open to the patio. There are three bedrooms off the family room with a full bath nearby. The master bedroom with bath is located near the entry hall.
Sale Price: $935,000
Taxes: $29,420
220 Ardsley Road
This home is on nearly half acre of property with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. There is a fireplace in the living room and in the family room. There is a path adjacent to the property that leads to the Seely Place elementary school. There are new windows, furnace and roof. The laundry room is on the first level. There is a back-up, hard-wired generator in the basement. The home was recently painted. There is a new, wrought iron fence around the level yard and a detached one car garage with a side door for workshop potential.
Sale Price: $850,000
Taxes: $25,599
Featured Listings:
17 Harvest Drive, Scarsdale
Elegant and stately new custom built colonial on almost 3/4 of an acre of incredible land with room for a pool. Over 9000 square feet of an amazing floor plan ideal for entertaining indoor and outdoors. There are three patios including a covered porch with outdoor fireplace and a three car garage that enters into a gracious mud room. There is also a library and second butler's pantry on the first floor. The second floor has five bedrooms all en suite and a huge playroom with back staircase and laundry. The lower level can be anything you want with potential for a game room, wine storage, gym, playroom, maids' room and full bath. This home is being built by one of Scarsdale's finest custom home builders who will work with a
buyer to make this home truly unique by customizing all interior finishes. This home is also ideally located close to five corners shopping, recreational facilities and houses of worship. For more information, click here.
List Price: $4,995,000
20 Meadow Road, Scarsdale
Open House Sunday December 6: 1-3 PM
Enjoy beautiful views from this stunning new colonial! Impressive circular driveway leads to this grand custom built home on expansive .61 acre lot with potential room for a pool. Over 8000 square feet of ideal living space including grand foyer, open kitchen with double island, family room, dining room, living room, plus 1st floor guest suite, study and dream mudroom with custom built cubbies that accesses the three car garage. The second floor boasts well proportioned rooms including a Master Suite with 2 over-sized walk in closets, 4 additional family bedrooms each with en suite bath, and a separate laundry room. The lower level
includes an aupair suite with full bathroom and large rec room with 9 foot ceilings. Built by local builder with an exceptional attention to detail and finishes. Ideally located within walking distance to Quaker Ridge Elementary school and houses of worship! Home has a built in natural gas back up generator and comes pre wired for camera/security system and surround sound. For more information, click here.
List Price: $4,295,000
19 Griffen Avenue, Scarsdale
Open House: Sunday December 6, 1- 3PM
Spectacular views of the Long Island Sound from this unique property. This home is majestically set on 3.235 acres and is sub dividable. There are an additional 2 half acre lots at the rear of the property with frontage on Cornell. Those two lots will be offered for $995,000 each. This unique home's layout is perfect for one floor easy living. The open floor plan has fabulous views of the property from the living room, dining room, master bedroom and master study. The pool is uniquely constructed on the first and highest level so you can see the Long Island Sound from its deck and has easy access from the kitchen, living room and dining room. There are high quality built-ins thoughtfully installed throughout the home. Every bedroom has its own bathroom. This is a must see property. For more information, click here.
List Price: $3,995,000
5 Cornell Street, Scarsdale
Very rare opportunity to own over 2 acres of park like property with magnificent golf course views in the award-winning Scarsdale school district! This spectacular property features a heated gunite pool (renovated in 2003), Hard Tru tennis court (2003), circular driveway, fabulous landscaping and phenomenal property. The home has been meticulously updated over the years and has a bright, spacious layout ideal for today's buyer. Breathtaking views greet you as you enter the grand open foyer. Enjoy the updated gourmet eat-in-kitchen kitchen and baths, sunroom, multi-level deck, built in sound system, living room with coffered ceiling and
fireplace, hardwood floors, custom moldings and large master bedroom suite with walk-in closet. The perfect blend of natural beauty, luxury, and elegance located close to school, shopping, and some of the world's top golf courses. Possible subdivision. A truly one-of-a-kind property that's not to be missed! For more information, click here.
List Price: $3,100,000
2 Harvest Drive, Scarsdale
Exquisite custom home to be built with exceptional architectural details and ideal floor plan in convenient location. Grand two story entry hall with formal living room with fireplace, dining room, Huge eat-in-kitchen with breakfast area and family room with french doors to patio. There is also a mudroom and access to two car garage from first floor. The master bedroom suite has his and her walk in closets, there are 4 additional bedrooms all with their own en suite bathrooms. The laundry room is also on the second floor. The lower level is an additional 1966 square feet that will be
finished and customized with potential for a playroom, gym, office bedroom, and a full bath. This is an opportunity to work with a local builder who lives in the community and will work with a potential buyer on every detail of customizing this home in an ideal location.
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List Price: $2,995,000
9 Wakefield Road, Scarsdale
Brand new construction in the heart of Heathcote. This is the one you have been waiting for! Idyllic layout for modern living on a wide level property by a well-known local builder. Over 5000 square feet of ultra high-end craftsmanship and architectural details including large entry foyer, powder room, Dining room with butlers pantry and pass-through to a remarkably large kitchen with breakfast area that opens into family room, living room and study. The two-car garage enters into the first floor with mudroom, second powder room and back staircase. The master suite has tray ceilings and a sitting area and his and her walk-in closets.
There are three additional family bedrooms with one en suite and Jack and Jill bathrooms. A separate laundry room completes the second floor. The lower level is over 1,500 square feet of anything you can imagine including a great room, Bedroom and full bathroom. Walk to shops, elementary school, recreational facilities and houses of worship. For more information, click here.
List Price: $2,899,000
28 Heathcote Road, Scarsdale
Impressive Collette built Georgian brick Colonial located in Murray Hill with incredible curb appeal and extraordinary landscaping with beautiful up lighting for grand nighttime presence. Stunning architectural details throughout including custom built ins, detailed moldings and archways, and beautiful hardwood floors. Ideal layout for gracious entertaining. There is a 3 car garage, a
mudroom, back staircase, and perfectly level property with room
for expansion. Upgraded mechanicals include new lower level AC/Heat (3 years old) and Hot water tank (2 years old). For more information, click here.
List Price: $2,795,000
25 Mamaroneck Road, Scarsdale
This grand and bright Scarsdale Colonial is the perfect blend of elegance, luxury and beauty. Located on 1.52 acres of spectacular property, this home features a large circular driveway and beautiful pool surrounded by gorgeous landscaping. The 1st floor offers ample space perfect for entertaining and everyday gatherings, including a dramatic foyer, 9-ft high ceilings and huge Eat-In-Kitchen that opens to the family room. Enjoy the superb living room, formal dining room, private library, open sunroom, and large deck off the kitchen, which provides breathtaking views. The sweeping staircase to the 2nd floor takes you to a large Master Bedroom Suite with 2 large walk in closets and a luxurious master bath, plus a 2nd floor family room/office.
There are 7 spacious bedrooms, plus 5.5 baths, and 4 fireplaces. The lower level features a playroom area and cabana bath. Move right in and enjoy the ultimate in privacy and serenity in this magnificent home ideally located within walking distance to the train, schools, and town! Click here for more information.
List Price: $ 2,499,800
9 Birch Lane, Scarsdale
Phenomenal opportunity to purchase a picturesque 1/2 acre property on a cul-de-sac in Scarsdale's exclusive Murray Hill Estates neighborhood. The ideal location to build your own custom estate: extremely quiet and private, yet convenient to all. 5 bedroom/3 bath Ranch home with plenty of expansion potential. Walking distance to school, bus, library and close to Scarsdale Village shopping and train. Located in nationally ranked Scarsdale school district and only
30 minutes to NYC via Metro North. Room to build over 9,500 square feet with pool. For more information, click here.
List Price: $1,995,000
74 Anderson Avenue Scarsdale PO, Eastchester
Have it all in this renovated and expanded 4 bedroom Colonial located a short walk from the Scarsdale RR station. Large front entry with tiled flooring and closets. To the left is a family room w/ vaulted ceiling, new gas fireplace and doors to private patio. Step up into an inviting and open living room with wood burning fireplace and fine mill work. The new expansion to the rear and sunset side are home to a formal dining room, office and library. There is plenty of room to mingle in the EIK w/ top of the line appliances and doors to the patio. A baby grand piano now sits in the former dining room. Upstairs you will find a new master bedroom suite, high end bathroom and large walk in closet. Three other bedrooms and roomy hall bath round out this level. Below is a partially finished walk out basement and mudroom. Thermal windows and doors, gas heat, central air and special lighting make for comfortable living. Private backyard. Wide 1 car garage. New Generator included. For more information, click here.
List Price: $1,115,000
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