Last Sold Price
4 beds4,841 sqft$1,405/sqft
979 Forest Ave, Rye, NY 10580

Description

One of Rye’s most idyllic waterfront sanctuaries w/130 ft of private shoreline, set high above the sparkling waters of LI Sound. An unparalleled lifestyle just 35 minutes to Manhattan, and a stroll to 3 beach/tennis clubs. Enjoy panoramic views sunrise to sunset, paddle-boarding and kayaking right from your backyard, a waterfront patio w/fire pit & deck w/hot tub. Renowned landscape architect Peter Cummin designed the verdant gardens to embrace this home’s 1-acre coastal setting, in tandem with a...One of Rye’s most idyllic waterfront sanctuaries w/130 ft of private shoreline, set high above the sparkling waters of LI Sound. An unparalleled lifestyle just 35 minutes to Manhattan, and a stroll to 3 beach/tennis clubs. Enjoy panoramic views sunrise to sunset, paddle-boarding and kayaking right from your backyard, a waterfront patio w/fire pit & deck w/hot tub. Renowned landscape architect Peter Cummin designed the verdant gardens to embrace this home’s 1-acre coastal setting, in tandem with a stunning 2014 renovation showcasing a sunlit 4,841 sqft interior-walls of glass, 3 sets of French drs to the patio, wide-plank pine flrs & 3 fireplaces. Watch the tides ebb and flow from the Christopher Peacock kitchen and vaulted ceiling FR, the formal dining & living rms, coffered-ceiling study w/ensuite bth, gym, wet bar, main bdrm suite w/2 bths and 2 WICs, and 3 ensuite 2nd-floor bdrms. Enjoy even more highlights–an office, mudroom, 2-car garage w/lift for 2 cars, and Vermont slate roof. Additional Information: ParkingFeatures:2 Car Attached,
LISTING CLOSED: 04/30/2021 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Pamela Virtue

    Pamela Virtue

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass Greater NY, LLC

    P: (914)-374-5092

Property Details for 979 Forest Avenue

Status
MLS #
H6089443
Days on Market
40
Taxes
$106,168 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family
Year Built
1920
Lot Size
1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
City/Township
Rye City
View
Water
Architectural Style
Colonial
Community Features
Park
Waterfront
Yes

Location

Sold By Houlihan Lawrence Inc.

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Building Information for 979 Forest Avenue

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF

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$43,411 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$34,564

Property Taxes

$8,847

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 979 Forest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Directions: Playland Parkway then right on Forest Avenue to #979
  • Year Built Effective: 2014
  • Property Attached: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Levels: Two
  • Property Condition: Actual
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Water Access YN: Yes
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
  • RentSpree Y/N: false
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Building Units Total: 1
Room Information
Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • RoomDescription 1: Front Porch, Entry Foyer w/PR, LR w/Fpl/Drs to Terrace/Water View, FDR w/Water View, Chef's Kitchen w/Island/Rear Stairs/Dr to Yard, FR w/Fpl/Drs to Terrace/Water View, Library w/Fpl/Full Bath/Closet/Drs to Terrace, Gym w/Drs to Terraces/Water View
Room 2 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: Main Bedroom Suite w/2 WICs/2 Baths, 3 Bedrooms w/Ensuite Baths, Office, Laundry Room
Taxes and HOA Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1400-153-015-00001-000-0010
  • Tax Assessed Value: $98,100.00
  • Included In Taxes: Sewer, Trash
  • Additional Fees: No
  • Association Amenities: Park
  • Tax Source: Municipality
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Association: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedrm, Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Colonial, Deck, Eat in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, Oven/Range, Park, Patio, Porch, Primary Bathroom, Public, Security System, Walk In Closet, Water Access, Water View, Waterfront
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, First Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Attic Description: Pull Stairs
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Location Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Eat in Kitchen, Entry Foyer, Foyer, Formal Dining Room, 1st Fl Master Bedroom, Walk In Closet, Scenic View, Deck, Patio, Porch, Security System, Water View, Water Access
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Spa: Yes
  • Inclusions: Oven/Range
  • Exclusions: Grill,Wine Cooler
  • Living Area: 4841
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Basement: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Attached, Driveway, Other, Park, Level, Near School, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Views
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Construction Materials: Other, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Water Access
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Near School, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Views
  • Additional Parcel: No
  • Site Features: Park, Level, Near School, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Views
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Other
  • Parking Total: 2.00
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hydro Air, Natural Gas
  • Heat Fuel Type: Hydro Air, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Trash Collection Public
Green Features
  • Green Features: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Hydro Air, Natural Gas
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Property History for 979 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 30, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1461070436

$6,800,000

+2.4% / yr

Apr 30, 2021

Sold

ONEKEY #H6089443

$6,800,000
Feb 27, 2021

Pending

ONEKEY #H6089443

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/30/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1461070436

$6,800,000

+2.4% / yr

04/30/2021

Sold

ONEKEY #H6089443

$6,800,000
02/27/2021

Pending

ONEKEY #H6089443

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 979 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$31,500Additions$66,600Total$98,100
Tax Record2025$97,568 ($8,131 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt4,841 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,841 SqFtStories2Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningR1CountyWESTCHESTERAPN551400 153-15-1-10Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 979 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 979 Forest Avenue, Rye, NY 10580
$6,800,000
4
4,841
43,560
5
4
4,740
49,658
$6,300,000
6
5,550
93,785
5
4,128
43,560
$7,600,000
6
8,145
43,560
$7,850,000
5
6,121
47,916

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