Going, Going, Gone
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More Scarsdale homes may be destined for the wrecking ball. Among the most prominent, is the house at 1 Duck Pond Road. Prospective buyers who were interested in tearing down the house spent considerable time and resources arguing that the home did not meet any of the criteria for preservation and the deadlocked Committee for Historic Preservation failed to vote to protect the home . Empty for several years, the home has become a white elephant, with the new buyers contending that renovating the house would be far too costly.
This past week, the house, which sits on 3.73 acres was sold for $4,750,000 and presumably it will soon be demolished to clear the way for a new house on the Duck Pond. Drive by and take a last look.
The Committee for Historic Preservation will meet on Tuesday night April 26, to consider the fate of five additional homes.
On the hit list are the following:
60 Sheldrake Road: a 1950’s ranch that backs onto Fenway Golf Course
11 Pinecrest Road: A four bedroom, three bath, 2131 square foot home in Sherbrooke Park
49 Wildwood Road (no details available)
April Real Estate Report
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Real estate statistics for March, 2011 for Scarsdale show that nine homes sold this past month, at a median sale price of $1,051,000. The median sale price is 13.5% lower than March, 2010 and the number of homes sold is 10% lower than March, 2010. The report also shows that there are fewer homes on the market this year, with 111 homes for sale as of March 31, 11.9% fewer than in March, 2010. In Edgemont, only 2 homes sold in March, 2011 and 53 homes are on the market, a 29.3% increase in the inventory over last year at this time.
However, in the last few weeks we’ve seen a burst of activity with many new homes listed. Here are recent sales as well as some current home listings:
Sold:
110 Walworth: (Pictured Above) Lovely 2008 home with classic Georgian Colonial detail is located on a tree lined street convenient to school, train and shops. A gracious flow, generously proportioned rooms, quality construction and details add value to this sun filled beauty. Many special features include Brazilian Cherry floors, two fireplaces, premium materials and fixtures throughout, multi zoned top of the line heat and central air. A 2-car tandem garage enters into great mudroom.
List Price: $2,095,000
Sale Price: $1,900,000
Real Estate Taxes: $41,658
16 Woods Lane: Stately English Tudor with exceptional curb appeal in prime Scarsdale location. Handsome architectural details
List Price: $1,399,000
Sale Price: $1,310,000
Real Estate Taxes: $29,608
20 Springdale Road: Wonderful Colonial with five large bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths in move-in condition. New state-of-the-art eat-in-kitchen with new appliances and Egyptian marble floor. New powder room and master bath. Recently painted, hardwood floors, crown moldings, new wood banister, private flat yard, deep two-car garage and many more exceptional amenities.
Sale Price: $1,200,000
Real Estate Taxes: $30,702
On the Market:
60 Crane Road: Timeless meets modern in this expanded and renovated 1766 Federal farmhouse Colonial. This 5,500 sq ft home features a master suite with sitting room and luxury bath, five additional bedrooms, five full and one half bath and a 3 1/2 car garage. Redesigned to retain its original character yet with every modern amenity, this unique home is the perfect marriage of form, function and design.
List Price: $2,995,000
Real Estate Taxes: TBD
5 Rutland Road: Gorgeous bright country English home in the middle of the Cotswold section of Edgemont. Walk to all. Large detailed rooms, classic layout, great kitchen with family area. Spectacular private property with beautiful English style gardens, two- car garage, central air, finished basement, room for pool. Living room with fireplace, window seat and lovely oak detailing including Dutch door to audio closet, moldings, and shelves. Gracious dining room.
List Price: $2,499,000
Real Estate Taxes: $46,262
1 Fenimore Road: Move right into this picturesque Chateau Normandy situated on a private .50 acre just steps from the train and shops. This handsome 5 bedroom 3.1 bath home is rich in architectural detail, offers abundant space, and has been updated to accommodate today's modern life style. Captivating features include an open 3 story staircase, round study/FPL, and impressive loft playroom. Large kitchen boasts premier appliances, butler's pantry, and breakfast room. Master bedroom includes dressing room and luxurious bath.
List Price: $1,395,000
Real Estate Taxes: $23,119
20 Quentin Road: Lovely center hall Colonial on a quiet street in Scarsdale. Huge master features two walk in closets, and a renovated granite bath with Jacuzzi. Hall bath features tumbled marble and Jacuzzi. Huge living room with fireplace features French doors leading to covered porch. Classic sky-lit kitchen with center island opens to 25' great room featuring cathedral ceilings, skylights and French doors to large stone patio and private yard. Three zone central air, two zone heating.
List Price: $1,249,000
Real Estate Taxes: $29,000
Scarsdale Real Estate Update
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Here are the most recent area sales, plus a beautiful home that is on the market: 238 Mamaroneck Road: Stone and stucco Tudor privately set on over 1/2 acre. Classic detailing, built-ins, crown molding, hardwood floors, 3-zone central air, 6 bedrooms, renovated baths, and slate roof. Third floor great for guests, teens, and live-ins. Walk to Heathcote elementary through Lincoln Rd shortcut path. Also walk to Five Corners shopping, parks and village pool. Possible sub-division.
List Price: $1,495,000
Sale Price: $1,375,000
Real Estate Taxes: $27,885
2 Rock Hill Lane (Edgemont): Charming renovated expanded ranch on a beautiful private half acre features incredible two room MBR Suite with office, family room with beautiful built-ins, exquisite Kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, wrap around flag patio, mud area off kitchen, and first floor laundry room, new windows, exterior re-stained. The result is a home that demonstrates fine craftsmanship and skillful renovation in an ideal location.
List Price: $1,100,000
Sale Price: $1,015,000
Real Estate Taxes: $33,525
180 Lyons Road: Lovely Colonial on quiet street built in 2002 with Victorian details. Entry hall, living room, formal dining room, Ultimate eat in kitchen with family room and gas fireplace. Doors off kitchen to large deck, Hardwood floors throughout. Master bedroom, master bath with walk-in closet, three bedrooms with hall bath. Basement with playroom, and laundry. Attached large 1 car garage.
List Price: $1,095,000
Sale Price: $1,055,000
Real Estate Taxes: $23,48
5 Fox Meadow Road: Charming six bedroom, 3 1/2 bath Fox Meadow Colonial on .305 acres, with 3,500 square feet of living space. Ideal location. A gracious home providing the ideal setting for everyday living as well as formal entertaining with fabulous potential to create an elegant home...sold as is.
List Price: $868,510
Sale Price: $920,000
Real Estate Taxes: $20,110
On the Market
10 Kelwynne Road: Stately all-brick Georgian Colonial set on 1.06 lushly landscaped acres in the Murray Hill estates section. The property boasts a pool with waterfall and two large flagstone terraces. Built in 1925 it has six bedrooms and has been meticulously maintained and upgraded. Includes remodeled kitchen with professional-style equipment,baths,custom landscaping and lighting, above ground oil tanks,central air. 900 sq. ft in lower level.
List Price: $4,650,000
Real Estate Taxes: $68,900
Spring Home Sales
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The Spring season is off to a good start and homes are selling steadily. Here are the most current closings: 31 Shawnee Road: Sun-filled stone, stucco and timber Colonial ideally located in Fox Meadow. Generously proportioned rooms, inviting library with bay window, large bright kitchen, lower level playroom with stone fireplace. Elegant staircase with beautiful leaded windows, Extra large two-car attached garage, Great for entertaining.
List Price: $1,250,000
Sale Price: $1,300,000
Real Estate Taxes: $31,141
60 Lincoln Road: Superior craftsmanship in this stunning 2010 home situated on almost a half acre in Heathcote This home features CAC, 4 zones, high performance foam insulation, chef's kitchen, library, butler pantry and sliders from the kitchen and family room to the terrace. The master bedroom features a large bath, fireplace and walk in closets. Second floor also has a sitting area. Lower level includes a playroom, gym, bedroom and bath and 7th bedroom or office. Beautifully landscaped level property.
List Price: $2,790,000
Sale Price: $2,525,000
Real Estate Taxes: TBD
71 Brewster Road: Stately Mediterranean-style Colonial on large level property near Fox Meadow School, 
Village and train. Updated kitchen cabinets with granite counters, updated bathroom. Bright rooms with beautiful hardwood floors. Wonderful, level backyard.
List Price: $1,250,000
Sale Price: $1,150,000
Real Estate Taxes: $23,000
194 Nelson Road: Charming Colonial only two blocks from Edgewood school. Formal dining room and living room with fireplace, updated eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and plenty of closets. Beautifully renovated bathroom, lovely level yard, great curb appeal, and a two-car garage.
List Price: $699,000
Sale Price: $649,000
Real Estate Taxes: $12,276
Palmer Road Retail Building Approved Plus This Week's Home Sales
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The last meeting of the Board of Architectural Review chaired by Maggie Stern included discussions about the design of the new retail building at 1 Palmer Avenue and several private home renovations and the final review of the design for the new retail building at 1 Palmer Avenue.
An architect from Perkins Eastman presented a revised design of the new retail building at 1 Palmer Avenue. At a previous meeting the BAR had asked the architect to create a design with a more historical look to relate to the rest of the neighborhood. The architect returned to the meeting with a rendering of an enlarged window above the entrance and the addition of half timbers on the façade to mimic the Tudor style buildings at the Five Corners.
However, after some discussion, it was decided that the timbers detracted from the design and the BAR moved to approve the building without them. It should also be noted that main entrance to the building is now facing the current Balducci’s parking lot. Since the entry and exit to the lot will be via Secor Road, the new tenants requested that the entrance be moved adjacent to the parking lot, rather than at the intersection of Heathcote and Palmer Roads as originally planned.
Though the name of the tenant was not revealed, it was reported that the tenant would rent the entire space, which is 11,000 square feet.
A neighbor, Karen Zachem, attended the hearing and voiced her concern about the proposed building materials and lack of trees to screen the house. She called the house a “faux Tudor” and feared that the new house would “change the whole feel of the neighborhood.” The BAR chairman said that the builders are making a “substantial investment in materials” and that the design now looks “authentic.” The BAR approved the revised plans.
In other real estate news, here are two homes that recently changed hands – one to be demolished:
List Price: $2,590,000
Sale Price: $2,375,000
Real Estate Taxes: n/a
Here is a picture of the home currently on the lot at 26 Innes Road:
24 Richbell Road: This white stucco home built in 1926 was recently approved for demolition by the Committee for Historic Preservation. Here is a description of the home as it was:
Quality built 1926 home located on almost two acres in the heart of Murray Hill with inground swimming pool and three patios. This home has a wonderful layout, gracious sized rooms, 8 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths. Entrance Foyer is front to back with double dutch doors, sunken living room with fireplace, library with floor to ceiling bookshelves.
List Price: $3,995,000
Sale Price: $3,625,000
Real Estate Taxes: $61,528
71 Griffen Avenue: Seven Acres in Quaker Ridge: Rare opportunity to purchase 7 plus acres of natural serenity and privacy. Exceptional views of pond and pool from mid-century modern home with walls of glass to outdoors. Landscaping includes bridge over the Sheldrake River. No subdivision. A new residence can be built. Deed restrictions apply. Flood zone. Land in Towns of Mamaroneck and Scarsdale.
List Price: $2,395,000
Sale Price: $2,395,000 (Conditional Contract)
Real Estate Taxes: $114,729
This listing provided by Rebecca F. Spitzer, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, 914-723-3340
