979 Forest Avenue

Rye, NY 10580

$6,800,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
6
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
4,841 Sq. Ft.
$1,405 / Sq. Ft.
4,841
Sq. Ft.
$1,405
per Sq. Ft.

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.

Listing Agent

  1. Pamela Virtue

    Pamela Virtue

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    pam.virtue@compass.com

    P: 914.374.5092

Property Details for 979 Forest Avenue

View
Water
Architectural Style
Colonial
Community Features
Park
Garage Spaces
2.0
Waterfront
true

Location

Sold By Houlihan Lawrence Inc.

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/30/2021 02:04 PM

Property Details for 979 Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #H6089443
Days on Market40
Taxes$106,168 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family
Year Built1920
Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
CountyWestchester County

Location

Sold By Houlihan Lawrence Inc.

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Building Information for 979 Forest Avenue

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

Payment Calculator

$45,958 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$37,110

Property Taxes

$8,847

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 979 Forest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Village: None
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MLS Area Minor: 99
  • Directions: Playland Parkway then right on Forest Avenue to #979
  • Year Built Source: Owner
  • Year Built Effective: 2014
  • Property Attached: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Levels: 2.00
  • Square Footage Source: Municipality
  • Lot Size Source: Other
School Information
  • School District: Rye
  • Elementary School District: Rye
  • Elementary School: Milton School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Rye
  • Middle Or Junior School: Rye Middle School
  • HighSchool District: Rye
  • High School: Rye 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: Additional
  • Room Description: 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 Type: Additional
  • 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 Map Number: 1400-153-015-00001-000-0010
  • Tax Assessed Value: $98,100
  • Included In Taxes: Sewer, Trash
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedrm, Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Deck, Dishwasher, Dryer, Eat in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Exercise Room, Formal Dining Room, Generator, Hot Tub, Master Bath, Microwave, Park, Patio, Porch, Powder Room, Public, Refrigerator, Security System, Sprinkler Lawn System, Walk In Closet, Washer, Water Access, Water View, Waterfront
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedrm, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Exercise Room, Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Master Bath, Powder Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Living Area: 4841.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Attic Description: Pull Stairs
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Location Amenities: Sprinkler Lawn Sys, 1st Floor Bedrm, Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Eat in Kitchen, Exercise Room, Formal Dining Room, Entry Foyer, Foyer, Master Bath, Powder Room, Walk In Closet, Deck, Patio, Porch, Security System, Water View, Water Access
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler Lawn System
  • Exterior Property Features: Sprinkler Lawn System, Deck, Patio, Porch, Attached, 2 Car Attached, Driveway, Other, Park, Level
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Construction Materials: Other, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Waterfront Features: Water Access, Waterfront
  • ViewYN: Yes
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Site Features: Park, Level
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, 2 Car Attached, Driveway, Other
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
Utilities
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hydro Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Gas Stand Alone
  • Hot Water: Gas Stand Alone
  • Sewer: Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Green Features
  • Green Features: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Gas Stand Alone, Sprinkler Lawn System
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Property History for 979 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 979 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$31,500Additions$66,600Total$98,100
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

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