1657 River Rd

Damascus, PA 18415

$1,195,000
Price
5
Beds
3,669 Sq. Ft.
$326 / Sq. Ft.
3,669
Sq. Ft.
$326
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

The Otto Appley House - 1657 River Road
Step back in time while living fully in the present at this rare grand dame of the Delaware River, the Otto Appley House. Built in 1900 for the Appley family of physicians, this 5BR/2BA, 3,669 sq ft Colonial Revival residence is individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Steeped in history yet thoughtfully modernized, the home embodies the perfect blend of preservation and contemporary comfort. The home's wrap-around porch floats above...The Otto Appley House - 1657 River Road
Step back in time while living fully in the present at this rare grand dame of the Delaware River, the Otto Appley House. Built in 1900 for the Appley family of physicians, this 5BR/2BA, 3,669 sq ft Colonial Revival residence is individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Steeped in history yet thoughtfully modernized, the home embodies the perfect blend of preservation and contemporary comfort. The home's wrap-around porch floats above your own private 500 feet of Delaware River frontage, offering front-row seats to one of the area's most iconic landscapes. Inside, period character meets invisible modernization: gleaming hardwood floors, Andersen divided-light windows, original storm windows, and high-efficiency upgrades like a Navien propane combi-boiler, LG ArtCool ductless mini-splits, and blown-in dense-pack cellulose insulation. Warmth and ambiance flow from two Kozy-Heat gas fireplaces, ensuring three sources of efficient winter comfort. The second floor offers four bedrooms—each with its own sink—plus a smartly configured bath with recirculating hot water. The third floor, reimagined from attic to living space in 2021, now hosts two sound-insulated office suites with in-floor power, ethernet, Velux skylights, and closed-cell spray foam insulation. Beyond the main house, the property boasts a new 2,000 sq ft climate-controlled garage with 13-foot ceilings, dual EV chargers, and expansive upstairs storage. Outbuildings include a rehabbed well house, a summer kitchen with panoramic eagle's-nest views (plus architectural plans for further expansion), and terraced grounds with an oversized 8-foot fire pit overlooking the river. Whether launching kayaks from your private access, fishing steps from your porch, or floating downriver to Narrowsburg, this property delivers the quintessential Upper Delaware lifestyle. All major systems—from new driveway and drainage to a whole-house Generac generator-have been updated for peace of mind. A rare offering of history, luxury, and riverfront living—just two hours from NYC.
  1. Listed by Barry Becker • Keller Williams Hudson Valley
    P: (845)-791-8648 C: (917)-892-0749 barrybecker@kw.com

Property Details for 1657 River Road

City/Township
Out of Area
View
Mountain(s), Open, River, Water
Architectural Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2.00
Waterfront
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 10/25/2025 12:09 PM

Property Details for 1657 River Road

StatusActive
MLS #912371
Days on Market99
Taxes$8,819 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family
Year Built1900
Lot Size3.57 AC / 155,509 SF
CountyWayne County

Location

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Building Information for 1657 River Road

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size3.57 AC / 155,509 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,640 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,905

Property Taxes

$735

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1657 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Directions: Cross the Delaware River bridge in Cochecton at NY-97 and Cochecton Tpke Rt 371. Cross the bridge and take first left onto River Rd for 0.2 miles, house on right
  • Property Attached: No
  • Structure Type: false
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Frontage Length: 500'
  • Country: US
  • State Or Province: PA
School Information
  • School District: Wayne
  • Elementary School District: Wayne
  • Elementary School: Wayne Central Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Wayne
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wayne Central Middle School
  • High School District: Wayne
  • High School: Wayne Senior High School
Rental
Rental
  • Lease Considered: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Building Units Total: 1
Room Information
Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Auxiliary Room
  • RoomDescription 1: Foyer- inlaid wood floors, 17'x6'
Room 2 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Description: 17x17;
Room 3 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Description: 14x14
Room 4 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Description: 7x6
Room 5 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Description: 17x17.5
Room 6 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Description: 13x14, ensuite bathroom
Room 7 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Description: 8'x6' tub/shower, ensuite to bedroom
Room 8 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Description: 20'x17, also a bedroom with propane FP, wet bar
Room 9 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Description: 14'x15', sink in room
Room 10 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Description: 12x12, sink in room
Room 11 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Description: 8x9, tub/shower
Room 12 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Description: 12x14, sink in room
Room 13 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Description: 7x7.5 attached to primary with sink
Room 14 Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Description: 14x25, professional setup, skylights
Room 15 Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Description: 14x27, professional setup, skylights
Taxes and HOA Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 07-07-0-0207-
  • Association: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedrm, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Colonial, Covered, First Floor Full Bath, Formal Dining, Gas, Hardwood Floors As Seen, High Speed Internet, In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Mountain(s), None, Open, Pantry, Rain Gutters, River, River Access, River Front, Smoke Detector(s), Storage, Water View, Well, Wrap Around
  • Interior Features: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Dining, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, 1st Fl Master Bedroom, Storage
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Number Of Kitchens: 1.0
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Primary on Main: Yes
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Attic Description: Finished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Location Amenities: Stainless Steel Appliances, Hardwood Floors As Seen, 1st Fl Master Bedroom, Formal Dining Room, High Speed Internet, Island Kitchen, Pantry, Storage, Garden, Brownstone, Scenic View, Waterfront, Heated Parking, Mountain Views, River, River Views, Water View
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Area: 3,669.00
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Basement: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Property Features: Rain Gutters, Covered, Wrap Around, Detached, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, None, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Historic District, Landscaped, See Remarks, Sloped, Stone/Brick Wall, Views, Waterfront
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Fencing: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered,Wrap Around
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Foam Insulation, Frame, Wood Siding
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Waterfront Features: River Access, River Front
  • Pool Private: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Historic District, Landscaped, See Remarks, Sloped, Stone/Brick Wall, Views, Waterfront
  • Site Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Historic District, Landscaped, See Remarks, Sloped, Stone/Brick Wall, Views, Waterfront
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage
  • Parking Total: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless, Zoned
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Number Of Heating Zones: 3
  • Sewer: Cesspool, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Connected, Trash Collection Private, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Green Features
  • Green Features: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Rain Gutters
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Payment and Rate
  • Down Payment Resource: No

Property History for 1657 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 24, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #686808743

$600,000

+10.8% / yr

Oct 21, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #373403985

$290,000—
Oct 21, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #429109189

$290,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/24/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #686808743

$600,000

+10.8% / yr

10/21/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #373403985

$290,000
10/21/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #429109189

$290,000

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Public Records for 1657 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$201,000Additions$276,200Total$477,200
Tax Record2025$8,608 ($717 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt3,452 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,452 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,200 SqFtStories2Lot Size155,509 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyWAYNEAPN07-0-0207-0068Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1657 River Road

This home is within Wayne Highlands School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Damascus Area School
Public - PK to 8
Honesdale High School
Public - 9 to 12
Wayne Highlands Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Stourbridge Primary Center
Public - PK to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Damascus Area School
PublicPK to 8

Honesdale High School
Public9 to 12

Wayne Highlands Middle School
Public6 to 8

Stourbridge Primary Center
PublicPK to 2

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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More information about 1657 River Road, Damascus, PA 18415

1657 River Road is a single family home for sale in Damascus, PA 18415. This property was listed for sale on September 15, 2025 by Keller Williams Hudson Valley, it's currently listed at $1,195,000. It has been on the market for a total of 99 days and was last sold on November 24, 2020. This listing's school district is Wayne Highlands School District. Nearby schools include Damascus Area School, Honesdale High School and Wayne Highlands Middle School. 1657 River Road is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 3,669 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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