Aimee Scher
Revenue
Aimee has closed over $70 million in sales during her career.
Awards
Aimee is part of The Leonard Steinberg Team, which is consistently ranked as one of the top ten Broker teams in the United States by the Wall Street Journal.
Press
Aimee has appeared in The Real Deal’s "Selling Deals with Instagram" in February 2014, and in the New York Times Home & Garden Section "Should I Update the Flooring in my Entry Hall?" on January 29, 2014.
Luxury properties that Aimee has sold or staged have appeared on Curbed, the New York Post, the Daily News, the Real Deal and Bravo's Million Dollar Listing among other publications.
Specialties
Specialties: Luxury apartments and townhouses in downtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, private residences and off market listings in and around Westchester County, New Development experience, expert staging and design consulting for sellers and developers, extensive marketing & media experience to optimize sales strategies, outstanding communication skills.
Education
B.A. in Psychology and Minor in Media Writing from Marymount Manhattan College.
With over 15 years of sales expertise that includes residential sales and New Development, and a firm grasp on the trends, inventory, and current conditions in Manhattan's real estate market, Aimee provides a curated real estate experience for her clients that is both conscientious and informed. Aimee understands that time and space are New Yorkers’ two most desirable commodities. When working with buyers, Aimee identifies the specific needs of her clients and works swiftly and thoroughly to connect them with the right properties. When representing sellers, she thinks creatively on how best to market their properties, which includes invaluable staging advice and an in-depth and strategic look at the market to inform pricing. Her professional, discreet approach, combined with the support of the award-winning The Leonard Steinberg Team, ensure that buyers and sellers alike are treated to the most knowledgable and substantive real estate service available.
Though her primary focus has been the downtown luxury market, Aimee also holds licenses in Connecticut and Westchester County, New York, where she partners with fellow Compass Agent, Melissa Marcogliese. Together, Aimee & Melissa have become the premier agents for buyers and sellers in Northern Westchester.
Prior to her experience as a realtor, Aimee had a successful career as a writer and editor for Paper and Time Out New York magazines among other publications. She later went on to run an award-winning & breakfast near Woodstock, NY, where her hospitality, design aesthetic and marketing abilities were recognized by numerous publications, including Elle Decor, Travel & Leisure, and New York Magazine, to name a few. Upon selling her B&B, Aimee parlayed her passion for design into a successful Home Staging Business which eventually lead to her career in real estate. Her eye for detail has made her the go-to real estate staging and design resource on The Leonard Steinberg Team, where she uses her proven styling techniques and a refined aesthetic to help owners and developers sell with confidence.
90 Manitou Station Road | Garrison, NY $3,900,00
Rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind masterpiece by world renowned architect, Toshiko Mori, whose award-winning, ecological design has ranked her one of the top female architects in the field. Typical to her work, this superb residence is contextual and environmentally sensitive, incorporating the surrounding 2.38 acre landscape and Hudson River views. With exposures to the north, south, east and west, this glass and steel cantilevered home is as much a sculptural prism as it is an all-seasons paradise boasting 3 generously-sized and sun-filled bedrooms, 3.5 modern baths, geothermal heat & cooling, Miele appliances, a breathtaking "living roof" with numerous flowering shrubs, and timeless architectural details that are as design-forward today as they were when this property was built in 2007. A triumph of modern design!
11 Robin Hood Road | Pound Ridge, NY $959,000
Views, views, views! Experience the splendor of lake-front living in this charming split level Arts & Crafts hideaway, tucked away in gorgeous Pound Ridge. Built in 1956 with Robin Hood Lake as the focal point of all common spaces and the master suite, this 3,120sf 4 BR/3 BA home sits on 2+ acres of rolling and wooded land punctuated with gardens, mature flowering trees, stone walls and terracing, and a meditative koi pond. The main level features an open living/dining room with three exposures, a wrap-around deck and spacious eat-in kitchen while the second level boasts two full baths and three sizable and sunny bedrooms rivaled only by the massive lower-level master suite with commanding water views, a fireplace and huge master bath. Recent upgrades and amenities to this lovingly maintained property include 3-zone heating/cooling, radiant heat throughout, a new oil tank, water heater, sprinkler system pump and roof, and finally a heated dog house for Fido. Schedule a showing today!
36 Saw Mill Hill Road | Ridgefield, CT $1,495,000
East meets West at this magical and secluded mid-century hideaway overlooking enchanting Robert's Pond, just moments outside of Ridgefield Village. Perched atop a scenic hill at the end of a long, private driveway, this 12-acre sanctuary is the perfect weekend escape or full-time refuge for those who want to shed the chaos of city life without sacrificing style or convenience. Just minutes to the heart of Ridgefield and an hour to Manhattan, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home offers bucolic views from every room and an open floorplan designed for entertaining and soaking in the natural surroundings. Meticulously maintained highlights include a newly renovated kitchen with 6-burner Wolf range, slab Quartz countertops, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Asko dishwasher and Grohe fixtures, along with three updated bathrooms that feature Duravit tubs, Toto toilets and honed Carrera floors. The home's Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired swagger is rivaled only by the natural setting which is nothing short of jaw-dropping: Massive flowering trees, a huge vegetable garden, the lake, and all the wildlife it attracts provide non-stop wonder year-round. Too many systems upgrades to mention, including a new generator and irrigation system. Parcel can be easily divided to sell or build. Perfect Air B&B property as well--lots of income-producing potential! Please contact Aimee Scher with all inquiries and showing requests: aimee@compass.com; 845.750.8111.
604 N. Lake Boulevard | Mahopac, NY $6,500,000
Own a piece of Mahopac history dating back to the 1800s with the purchase of this extraordinary lakefront estate, the first home built on Lake Mahopac. Meticulously renovated from 2014-2016 and updated to perfecting standards, this Federal-style stunner has breathtaking views from almost every room, and retains much of its original grandeur with soaring ceilings and vast hallways. With 8 total bedrooms on the 2nd & 3rd floors, 8 bathrooms and 1 powder room, this is a compound like no other. Scale and elegance define each room, from the massive dining area and parlor to the lounge and custom kitchen, which boasts SubZero appliances, Viking range & oven, and 2 Miele dishwashers. A sizable family room, laundry, and mudroom also occupy the ground floor, while a wine cellar and home theater punctuate the lower level. Additional features include a gym, 6-car garage, multiple balconies and terraces, heated Gunite pool & spa, outdoor kitchen, elevator, a 100+ ft dock and more. Call today!
45 Averill Drive | Mahopac, NY | $2,000,000
Prepare to be wowed by this classical contemporary on stunning Lake Mahopac! Located in Averill Estates, a private enclave on the lake's North Shore, this home is a water-lovers dream. Renovated in 2002 with 4 BR/5.2 BA, the property is equipped with a multi-vessel dock & swim platform, jet ski lift, gym, sauna, bluestone terracing and jawdropping views from nearly every room! Standout features include an open living/dining plan and chef's kitchen with GE Monogram appliances, Bosch dishwasher, eat-in dining area, and a sun-flooded breakfast lounge. Also on the main floor are a huge en-suite master with his/her walk-in closets and a beautiful office, plus a bonus room and full bath. Up the grand, glass-paneled staircase are multiple lake-view guest rooms and two large baths. Central AC, Nest thermostats, Crestron home controls, an automatic generator, beach access, and nearby Mahopac Golf Club complete this special home. This is lake-front living at its best!
126-130 Elmwood Road | South Salem, NY | $2,850,000
CAN SHOW AFTER JANUARY 13: Beautiful lake-front colonial in excellent condition on nearly 10 acres with a private, 1-bedroom guest cottage just a short but secluded stroll from the large, 3 BR/3.5 BA main house. Both structures boast incredible views across a serene lake (ideal for fishing, swimming & skating) to the treetops of the Onatru Reservation beyond. The main house features multiple bonus rooms and fireplaces, including the opportunity for a ground floor master suite. And the charming 1950s guest cottage with a beautiful deck overlooking the lake is the perfect site for visitors, family or paying tenants! Fantastic weekend, all-seasons, family compound or investment property just one hour from NYC, 20 mins to Katonah & Bedford Hills Train Stations and 5 mins to Ridgefield, CT. Property consists of 4 individual parcels totaling 9.99 acres. Many possibilities. Must see! **MAIN HOUSE: 3 BR | 3.5 BA | 3,365 SF | COTTAGE: 1 BR | 1 BA | 1,315 SF
