859 Forest Ave
Rye, NY 10580
$12,250,000
Last Sold Price
8
Beds
10
Baths
8,800 Sq. Ft.
$1,392 / Sq. Ft.
8,800
Sq. Ft.
$1,392
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 2/16/23
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Closed 2/16/23
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Description
Extraordinary waterfront estate graces nearly 3 acres with 470’ of water frontage, 104’
private sandy beach, pool and deep water dock in prestigious Milton Point location. Perched
atop a rolling green lawn, this 8,800 sq. ft. Georgian Colonial provides 8 bedrooms, 10
bathrooms and exudes Gatsby-era elegance and grandeur throughout.
This exceptional home showcases great indoor/outdoor entertaining space with French doors from all water facing
main level rooms to expansive terraces; wood floors, five fireplaces...Extraordinary waterfront estate graces nearly 3 acres with 470’ of water frontage, 104’
private sandy beach, pool and deep water dock in prestigious Milton Point location. Perched
atop a rolling green lawn, this 8,800 sq. ft. Georgian Colonial provides 8 bedrooms, 10
bathrooms and exudes Gatsby-era elegance and grandeur throughout.
This exceptional home showcases great indoor/outdoor entertaining space with French doors from all water facing
main level rooms to expansive terraces; wood floors, five fireplaces and exquisite architectural
details. Highlights include sophisticated formal rooms, sunroom, office, chef’s kitchen and breakfast
room with prep kitchen open to family room. Top two floors offer sleeping quarters with sitting
room, deck in primary suite and playroom. Lower level provides recreation rooms, spa. Widow's walk showcases panoramic Long Island Sound views. This notable home was built in 1917 by Trowbridge and Livingston, architects of the St. Regis Hotel and Hayden
Planetarium, served as the Embassy to Uruguay in the 1960’s and housed one of the first
privately owned tennis bubbles in the 70’s. Additional Information: Amenities:Dressing Area,Storage,ParkingFeatures:4+ Car Attached,
private sandy beach, pool and deep water dock in prestigious Milton Point location. Perched
atop a rolling green lawn, this 8,800 sq. ft. Georgian Colonial provides 8 bedrooms, 10
bathrooms and exudes Gatsby-era elegance and grandeur throughout.
This exceptional home showcases great indoor/outdoor entertaining space with French doors from all water facing
main level rooms to expansive terraces; wood floors, five fireplaces...Extraordinary waterfront estate graces nearly 3 acres with 470’ of water frontage, 104’
private sandy beach, pool and deep water dock in prestigious Milton Point location. Perched
atop a rolling green lawn, this 8,800 sq. ft. Georgian Colonial provides 8 bedrooms, 10
bathrooms and exudes Gatsby-era elegance and grandeur throughout.
This exceptional home showcases great indoor/outdoor entertaining space with French doors from all water facing
main level rooms to expansive terraces; wood floors, five fireplaces and exquisite architectural
details. Highlights include sophisticated formal rooms, sunroom, office, chef’s kitchen and breakfast
room with prep kitchen open to family room. Top two floors offer sleeping quarters with sitting
room, deck in primary suite and playroom. Lower level provides recreation rooms, spa. Widow's walk showcases panoramic Long Island Sound views. This notable home was built in 1917 by Trowbridge and Livingston, architects of the St. Regis Hotel and Hayden
Planetarium, served as the Embassy to Uruguay in the 1960’s and housed one of the first
privately owned tennis bubbles in the 70’s. Additional Information: Amenities:Dressing Area,Storage,ParkingFeatures:4+ Car Attached,
Listing Agents
![Michael McCooey]()
michael.mccooey@compass.comP: (917)-968-9737
![Liz Higgins]()
elizabeth.higgins@compass.comP: (617)-571-9438
Property Details for 859 Forest Avenue
City/Township
Rye City
ViewWater
Architectural StyleColonial, Estate
Community FeaturesPark
WaterfrontYes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/16/2024 08:31 AM
Property Details for 859 Forest Avenue
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | H6183044 |
| Days on Market | 231 |
| Taxes | $131,997 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single Family |
| Year Built | 1917 |
| Lot Size | 2.82 AC / 122,922 SF |
| County | Westchester County |
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Building Information for 859 Forest Avenue
Stories3Year Built1917Building Size-Lot Size2.82 AC / 122,922 SF
Property Information for 859 Forest Avenue
Summary
Location and General Information
- Senior Community YN: No
- Property Attached: No
- Structure Type: false
- Levels: Three Or More
- Property Condition: Actual
- State Or Province: NY
School Information
- School District: Rye City
- Elementary School: Milton
- Middle Or Junior School: Rye Middle School
- High School District: Rye City
- High School: Rye High School
Rental
Rental
- Lease Considered: No
- Seasonal Rental: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
- Building Units Total: 1
Room Information
Room 1 Information
- Room Level: First
- RoomDescription 1: Large entry foyer with grand open center staircase and french doors to patio, formal living room with fireplace, sunroom with wet bar, formal dining room with french doors, eat-in chef's kitchen, breakfast room, butler's pantry, family room, home office, guest room with ensuite bathroom, mudroom, 2 powder rooms
Room 2 Information
- Room Level: Second
- Room Description: Primary bedroom with terrace, ensuite marble bathroom, large dressing room, stately landing and hallway, four additional bedrooms; two with ensuite bathrooms and two with shared bathroom, laundry room
Room 3 Information
- Room Level: Third
- Room Description: Large playroom with oversized skylight, two additional bedrooms, full bathroom, closets/storage space
Room 4 Information
- Room Level: Lower
- Room Description: Two full bathrooms, spa, sauna, recreation room, play room, utilities, unfinished storage
Room 5 Information
- Room Level: Other
- Room Description: Widow's walk with panoramic water views
Taxes and HOA Information
Taxes and HOA Information
- Parcel Number: 1400-153-015-00001-000-0002-1
- Tax Assessed Value: $120,120.00
- Included In Taxes: Sewer,Trash
- Additional Fees: No
- Association Amenities: Park,Sauna
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
- Amenities: 1st Floor Bedrm, Balcony, Beach Access, Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Colonial, Deck, Dock, Double Vanity, Eat in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Estate, Floor to Ceiling Windows, Formal Dining, Granite Counters, Greenhouse, Hardwood Floors As Seen, High Ceilings, In Ground, Original Details, Oversized Windows, Pantry, Park, Patio, Public, Sauna, Sky Light, Terrace, Walk In Closet, Water Access, Water View, Waterfront, Wet Bar, Wrap Around
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, First Floor Bedroom, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Original Details, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater
- Total Rooms: 20
- Basement: Finished, Full
- Attic Description: Finished,Full,Walkup
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 5
- Location Amenities: Balcony, Dock/Mooring, Hardwood Floors As Seen, Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Dual Sinks, Eat in Kitchen, Entry Foyer, Foyer, Formal Dining Room, 1st Fl Master Bedroom, Granit Countertops, High Ceilings, Original Details, Pantry, Walk In Closet, Wetbar, Scenic View, Greenhouse, Deck, Patio, Terrace, In Ground Pool, Water View, Water Access, Oversized Windows, Sky Light
- Window Features: Floor to Ceiling Windows,Oversized Windows,Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Exclusions: See Remarks
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Dock
- Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Dock, In Ground, Deck, Patio, Terrace, Wrap Around, Attached, Driveway, Floor to Ceiling Windows, Oversized Windows, Skylight(s), Park, Near School, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Views
- Elevation Certificate: No
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck,Patio,Terrace,Wrap Around
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Other Structures: Greenhouse
- Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Waterfront, Water Access
- Pool Features: In Ground
- Pool Details: In Ground
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Near School,Sprinklers In Front,Sprinklers In Rear,Views
- Additional Parcel: No
- Site Features: Park, Near School, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Views
Parking
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway
Utilities
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant
- Heat Fuel Type: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant
- Number Of Heating Zones: 6
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Utilities: Trash Collection Public
Green Features
- Green Features: Floor to Ceiling Windows, Oversized Windows, Skylight(s), Gas Water Heater, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant, Balcony, Dock, In Ground
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Property History for 859 Forest Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 859 Forest Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$77,000Additions$43,120Total$120,120
Tax Record2024$111,284 ($9,274 / month)
Home Facts
Beds8Baths8.5Total Finished SqFt8,800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt8,800 SqFtStories2Lot Size127,631 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1917ZoningR1CountyWESTCHESTERAPN551400 153-15-1-2-1Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 859 Forest Avenue
This home is within Rye City School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Milton School PublicK to 5 | ||
Rye Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Rye High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Osborn School PublicK to 5 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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