Market Spotlight | Westchester County

An affluent and populous suburban area in close proximity to New York City, Westchester is becoming increasingly popular with former Manhattanites.  Surrounded by the Long Island Sound to the east and the Hudson River to the west, Westchester is home to sprawling country estates and is easily accessible to the city. In recent months, Westchester has seen a significant number of high-end listings come to market. Sales associate Lisa McGowan of Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty recently told the Financial Times, “Many people who have spent years living in New York City begin to crave a bit of the outdoors.” Let’s explore some of the most expensive homes in the area.

$25,000,000 USD | Rye, New York | Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty

Listed for $25 million, this exclusive Westchester County estate is situated on 2.8 acres of land and features 346 feet of water frontage on the Long Island Sound.  The five-bedroom house has five full bathrooms and three half bathrooms, professionally-equipped kitchen and panoramic views of the Sound.  Also along the property is a heated pool, pool house with gas fireplace, 1,100-square-foot guest cottage, carriage house and staff quarters.  The home is located 35 minutes outside of Midtown Manhattan.

$22,000,000 USD | Rye, New York | Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty

This customized Shingle-style home in Rye, designed by renowned architects Shope Reno Wharton, is listed for $22 million.  Nestled on 5.4 acres with 1,100 feet of water frontage on the Long Island Sound, the property also features its own private peninsula.  An architectural masterpiece, the home includes an open galley library, antique French staircase, formal dining room, wine cellar, recreation room, fitness center, and indoor pool with skylights.

  $19,800,00 USD | Purchase, New York | Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty

A 7.28 acre property in Purchase, this 7-bedroom home with a stone exterior and double mahogany doors is listed for $19.8 million.  With high-end finishes throughout, the house features a two-story gallery with barrel vaulted ceiling, wine cellar, movie theater, gym, covered porch and private balconies.  Outside, there is an expansive patio with outdoor fireplace, pool and pool house and a sports complex that includes a tennis court, basketball court, turf soccer field and chipping green.

$14,000,000 USD | Irvington, New York | Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty

This Georgian-style waterfront estate on the Hudson River, situated on 12 acres of land and with grand views of the Palisades and Tappan Zee Bridge, is listed for $14 million.  Located 14 miles outside of New York City, the eight-bedroom home features a solarium, 80-foot stone terrace, library with floor-to-ceiling custom bookcases and spiral staircase and a 1,000-square-foot staff wing with its own entrances.  Along the gated property, there are also two private entrances, an indoor pool, gym, spa, summer kitchen and embassy-level security.

$11,885,000 USD | Scarsdale, New York | Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty

A gated Georgian Colonial home in Scarsdale, this four-acre property is listed for $11.885 million.  The estate features eight bedrooms, eight full bathrooms, two partial bathrooms, a finished basement, exercise room, steam shower, sauna, and playroom.  Outside, there is a sweeping driveway, manicured grounds, expansive patio, tennis court and a pool and spa with cabana.

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