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$2.8M ‘Exquisite Country Retreat’ Among Most Expensive Capital Region Listings (Peek Inside) $2.8M ‘Exquisite Country Retreat’ Among Most Expensive Capital Region Listings (Peek Inside)
$2.8M ‘Exquisite Country Retreat’ Among Most Expensive Capital Region Listings (Peek Inside) House hunters looking for a quiet country escape won’t want to miss this tranquil new build. In Columbia County, 383 Mitchell Street in Hillsdale is among the region's most expensive listings on the market at $2.8 million. Boasting four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and situated on nearly 20 acres, the secluded property is a nature lover's paradise. “Welcome to an exquisite country retreat where thoughtful perfection, exceptional elegance, and stunning natural beauty converge in a rare offering…” reads the listing from Brown Harris Stevens. 383 Mitchell Street in Hillsdale. Brown Harris St…
Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse With Sauna, Private Rooftop For $7.5M Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse With Sauna, Private Rooftop For $7.5M
Rosie O'Donnell Lists Manhattan Penthouse With Sauna, Private Rooftop For $7.5M This urban hideaway is in a league of its own. New York native Rosie O’Donnell has listed her Manhattan penthouse condo – located in Midtown East at 255 East 49th Street – for a cool $7.5 million. The 62-year-old “Sleepless in Seattle” and “Flintstones” star is again trying to unload the swanky four bedroom, three bathroom abode after originally listing it for $8.3 million in the spring of 2023, according to People. Inside, new buyers will enjoy 3,381-square-feet of “meticulously designed space” spread across three floors offering an “unparalleled living experience,” reads the listing from…
134-Acre Estate In Region Lists For $25M 134-Acre Estate In Region Lists For $25M
134-Acre Estate In Region Lists For $25M If you love panoramic views of mountains and acres of natural landscaping, a new estate for sale in the Hudson Valley might be up your alley. Located in eastern Dutchess County, the $25 million property in the hamlet of Wassaic sits on 134 acres and offers what Zillow says are some of the best views of the Hudson Valley and "absolute privacy." The view from the bedroom.  Zillow Bordering Amenia and Millbrook, at 365 Tower Hill Road, the modern architecture 7,500-square-foot home designed by Resolution: 4 has four bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a guest quarters, and for those who love h…
Marylou Whitney’s ‘Majestic’ Capital Region Estate With Chapel, 11-Car Garage Lists For $16M Marylou Whitney’s ‘Majestic’ Capital Region Estate With Chapel, 11-Car Garage Lists For $16M
Marylou Whitney’s ‘Majestic’ Capital Region Estate With Chapel, 11-Car Garage Lists For $16M Marylou Whitney’s stunning New York estate has hit the market nearly five years after the socialite and philanthropist’s death. Saratoga County’s “Cady Hill” – located in Saratoga Springs at 40 Geyser Road – officially listed for $16 million on Thursday, March 14. Situated on a massive 120 acres, the 6,200-square-foot mansion was built in 1851 and boasts seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. “Exquisite and majestic, the timeless and classic elegance of Cady Hill has been the scene of scores of social events and gatherings with family, friends, celebrities and politicians, many of which were …
'Modern Day Tour De Force': Waterfront Estate In Region Listed For $19.9M 'Modern Day Tour De Force': Waterfront Estate In Region Listed For $19.9M
'Modern Day Tour De Force': Waterfront Estate In Region Listed For $19.9M Expansive water views, a hefty price reduction, and indoor and outdoor pools, and gardens are some of the highlights of a $19.9 million estate for sale in the Hudson Valley. Called a "modern-day tour-de-force," the estate located in Dutchess County offers an "incredible" waterfront setting on a peninsula in the town of Hyde Park, overlooking the Hudson River with a two-bedroom guest house, sculpture garden, collector's garage, and outdoor kitchen, according to Zillow.  The living room.  Zillow A helipad also sits on the property at 46 Ledgerock Lane.  Zillow says the nin…
Beyoncé, Madonna's Former NY Mansion With Bowling Alley, Climbing Wall On Market For $37M Beyoncé, Madonna's Former NY Mansion With Bowling Alley, Climbing Wall On Market For $37M
Beyoncé, Madonna's Former NY Mansion With Bowling Alley, Climbing Wall On Market For $37M If these walls could talk, they’d probably sing. A dazzling Long Island estate once tapped as a vacation spot for music royalty like Beyoncé and Madonna could be yours for a cool $37 million. Located in Bridgehampton at 612 Halsey Lane, the sprawling 17,000-square-foot main residence – situated on nearly 12 acres – boasts 15 bedrooms and 14 bathrooms. Buyers should have no trouble keeping themselves entertained.  The interior of 612 Halsey Lane in Bridgehampton. Official Partners The residence comes with a 10-seat movie theater, a library clad in walnut, and squash, racquetball, …
NY Home Once Owned By Johnny Carson Listed For $5.3 Million: Here's Look Inside NY Home Once Owned By Johnny Carson Listed For $5.3 Million: Here's Look Inside
NY Home Once Owned By Johnny Carson Listed For $5.3 Million: Here's Look Inside Fans of The Tonight Show with millions of dollars to spare now have the chance to be the proud owners of a six-bedroom suburban New York City estate in Westchester County once owned by Johnny Carson. The 9,923 square foot residence, located in Rye at 7 Puritan Rd., is now listed for $5.3 million by Christina Murphy of Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty. Featuring six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and built on a 1.94-acre lot, the property offers plenty of character, sophistication, and amenities, according to the listing.  The interior of the residence offers "grand living …
$10M Price Cut: Alec Baldwin's NY Estate Back On Market With Movie Theater, Wine Tasting Room $10M Price Cut: Alec Baldwin's NY Estate Back On Market With Movie Theater, Wine Tasting Room
$10M Price Cut: Alec Baldwin's NY Estate Back On Market With Movie Theater, Wine Tasting Room Alec Baldwin’s latest role sees him playing chief spokesperson for his own massive New York estate, which is back on the market after a significant price cut. The “30 Rock” star, age 65, appears in a new promotional video for his Long Island mansion – located in Amagansett at 335 Town Lane – which was relisted Tuesday, Jan. 16 for $18.9 million. The sprawling 10,000-square-foot modern farmhouse, situated on 10 acres and boasting seven bedrooms and nine bathrooms, was originally listed for $29 million in September 2022, Behind the Hedges reports. The formal living room. Saunders & A…
Be Jon Bon Jovi's Neighbor: 'Exceptional' 13 Bed, 10 Bath NY Estate Lists For $25M Be Jon Bon Jovi's Neighbor: 'Exceptional' 13 Bed, 10 Bath NY Estate Lists For $25M
Be Jon Bon Jovi's Neighbor: 'Exceptional' 13 Bed, 10 Bath NY Estate Lists For $25M Here’s your chance to live like a rockstar, or at least next door to one. Long Island’s iconic Frederick G. Potter House – located in East Hampton at 1 Lily Pond Lane – is currently on the market for $25 million. Built in 1905 by architect Joseph Greenleaf Thorp, who also designed the famed Grey Gardens estate just down the street, the 7,500-square-foot shingle-style cottage boasts 13 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. A covered porch at the Frederick G. Potter House in East Hampton. Compass The three-story mansion sits on 1 ½ acres offering panoramic views from Hook Pond to the ocean. “…
'Shangri-La' NY Estate Listed At $33M 'Shangri-La' NY Estate Listed At $33M
'Shangri-La' NY Estate Listed At $33M A luxurious estate on Long Island, featuring two pools, ponds, a greenhouse, and more, is on the Long Island market — all for a cool $33.5 million. One Dupont Court in the village of Brookville, dubbed “Shangri-La” by listers for its idyllic and tranquil grounds, is looking for its next owner. Sitting on 21.86 acres, the eight-bedroom, 13-bath home was designed by architectural firm Shope Reno Wharton, known for its luxurious and artistic elements. The estate sits covered in ivy and stone at the end of a long drive and the trees surrounding the property seem to make it seem as if it's in…
$4.3M 'Iconic' Mansion, Former Restaurant Among Capital Region's Priciest Homes On Market $4.3M 'Iconic' Mansion, Former Restaurant Among Capital Region's Priciest Homes On Market
$4.3M 'Iconic' Mansion, Former Restaurant Among Capital Region's Priciest Homes On Market House hunters have a rare opportunity to own a piece of culinary history. Saratoga County’s Villa Balsamo – located in Saratoga Springs at 2255 Ballston Avenue – is currently the county’s most expensive home on the market at $4.3 million. Built in 1929, the 14-acre estate was opened to the public as a restaurant in 1976, regularly welcoming in hungry travelers heading to Saratoga Race Course on Route 50. The restaurant closed after the 2017 season and the property has been for sale since July 2023. The main staircase at Villa Balsamo. eXp Realty “Nestled in the picturesque Saratoga S…
These NY Zip Codes Among Most Expensive In US, According To New Rankings These NY Zip Codes Among Most Expensive In US, According To New Rankings
These NY Zip Codes Among Most Expensive In US, According To New Rankings The Northeast is well-represented in new rankings of the 100 most expensive zip codes in the nation. Two of the top 10 zip codes according to Property Shark Real Estate Reports are in New York, with both on Long Island, in the Hamptons: No. 2 Sagaponack (zip code 11962) with a median home sale price in 2023 of $8,075,000, No. 6 (tie) Water Mill (11976) with a median home sale price in 2023 of $4,500,000. Six of the Top 10 zip codes are in California, including No. 1 Atherton (94027), located near San Francisco, ($8,300,000 median sales price). California has 79 of the 100 p…
Actor Willem Dafoe Lists Property In Region He Purchased In 2008 Actor Willem Dafoe Lists Property In Region He Purchased In 2008
Actor Willem Dafoe Lists Property In Region He Purchased In 2008 A Hudson Valley property owned by one of Hollywood's biggest names is up for sale. Popular actor Willem Dafoe is listing the residence in the Hudson Valley hamlet of High Falls, located west of I-87 in Ulster County, for $1.275 million, according to the Robb Report. The 68-year-old Dafoe purchased the 1-acre property for $400,000 in 2008.  Dafoe has been nominated for four Academy Awards, with the first coming in 1986 for Best Supporting Actor in Oliver Stone's war film "Platoon." Covering less than 2 square miles, High Falls has a population of just under 1,000 and is in betwee…
These NY Zip Codes Among Top 20 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says These NY Zip Codes Among Top 20 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says
These NY Zip Codes Among Top 20 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says Four zip codes in the Northeast rank in the Top 20 for most expensive in the United States, according to a brand-new report. The findings by RealtyHop were determined by real estate listings so far this year. The majority of the wealthiest Americans live in California and New York. The two New York zip codes making the Top 10 are both in the Hamptons on Long Island: No. 3 Sagaponack (11962) with a median home listing price of $5.9 million. No. 5 Water Mill (11976) where the median price in 2023 is $4,950,000. Area code 10013, the SoHo section in Manhattan, ranks 20th with a med…
Diane Sawyer Sells 'Chip Chop' On Martha's Vineyard For Nearly $24M: Report Diane Sawyer Sells 'Chip Chop' On Martha's Vineyard For Nearly $24M: Report
Diane Sawyer Sells 'Chip Chop' On Martha's Vineyard For Nearly $24M: Report Veteran news anchor Diane Sawyer sold her 20-acre “Chip Chop” on Martha’s Vineyard for just under the asking price to investor David Malm, reports said.  Malm, who spent over $100 million on properties in Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket over the past few years, paid $23.9 for the 10-bedroom, nine-bathroom estate, Boston.com reported.  The main home at the estate Bob Gothard/ Wallace and Co. Sotheby's International Realty Related: Diane Sawyer Puts Massive Martha's Vineyard Property Up For Sale Sawyer first bought the luxury property for $5.3 million in 1995 with her husband, acclaim…
Groucho Marx's Former NY Home Hits Market For $2.3 Million Groucho Marx's Former NY Home Hits Market For $2.3 Million
Groucho Marx's Former NY Home Hits Market For $2.3 Million A little piece of Groucho Marx’s massive legacy could be yours, as his New York home was listed for sale. The five-bedroom, four-bathroom Colonial-style Long Island residence sits on a .47-acre lot furnished with “regal old growth” and plenty of greenery, according to the listing from Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty. “Exuding charm,” the home also boasts “a conveniently located terraced dining patio” just outside of the kitchen and an additional flagstone patio overlooking “lovely, secluded” gardens – making it “perfect for relaxing and entertaining outdoors,” the listing sta…
Richard Gere Identified As Buyer Of Singer Paul Simon's Estate Richard Gere Identified As Buyer Of Singer Paul Simon's Estate
Richard Gere Identified As Buyer Of Singer Paul Simon's Estate To say Richard Gere has been active in the real estate market in the region would be quite an understatement. The popular actor moved from one Northern Westchester County town to another one early last year when he moved to North Salem after listing his property in Pound Ridge for $28 million. (The Pound Ridge sale price wound up being around $24 million.) Now, the 74-year-old Gere, best known for his roles in the movies "Pretty Woman," and "An Officer and a Gentleman," has been identified as the buyer of a country estate in Fairfield County that was owned by singer-songwriter Paul Simon&nb…
See Inside Diane Sawyer's Martha's Vineyard Estate Hitting Market For $24M See Inside Diane Sawyer's Martha's Vineyard Estate Hitting Market For $24M
See Inside Diane Sawyer's Martha's Vineyard Estate Hitting Market For $24M TV newscaster Diane Sawyer sat across from world leaders and celebrities in their lavish mansions overlooking some of the world's most beautiful landscapes. But few of them rivaled her Martha's Vineyard estate, which she recently put on the market for $24 million.  Known as "Chip Chop," the estate includes four homes sitting on 20 acres and a mile of private, pristine shoreline on the Vineyard Sound. The main three-bedroom home and caretaker's cottage in Vineyard Haven were built in 1937 for Katharine Cornell, a Broadway star, the listing reads.  Sawyer bought the property in 1995 with her…
Member Of Raveis Real Estate Family Killed In Crash Remembered For 'Loving Heart' Member Of Raveis Real Estate Family Killed In Crash Remembered For 'Loving Heart'
Member Of Raveis Real Estate Family Killed In Crash Remembered For 'Loving Heart' A well-known mother of three from the region who was a member of the William Raveis Real Estate Company family is being remembered for her kindness and impact on the community where she lived. Massachusetts native Meghan Raveis, age 45, died on Friday, June 23 after she was struck by a vehicle while walking near her Connecticut residence in the town of Fairfield in the 500 block of Redding Road. The driver of the vehicle stopped at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation, Town of Fairfield Police said. Earlier report: 45-Year-Old Member Of Raveis Real Estate Com…
IDs Released For NY Real Estate Agent, 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed In Plane Crash IDs Released For NY Real Estate Agent, 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed In Plane Crash
IDs Released For NY Real Estate Agent, 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed In Plane Crash The identities have been released of a New York mother and her 2-year-old daughter who were among four people killed after a private business jet bound crashed in Virginia. The crash caused two F-16 fighter jets to try to intercept it after it neared no-fly zone territory in the District of Columbia, creating a sonic boom that was heard for miles. The Cessna 560 Citation V went down in southwestern Virginia in the area of the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest near Charlottesville, at around 3:30 p.m. Sunday, June 4, according to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB…
Brand-New TV Show Helps Families Find Their Upstate NY Dream Homes Brand-New TV Show Helps Families Find Their Upstate NY Dream Homes
Brand-New TV Show Helps Families Find Their Upstate NY Dream Homes Television’s newest home improvement show will feature a familiar backdrop to New Yorkers. HGTV’s “Small Town Potential” will follow along as life partners Davina Thomasula and Kristin Leitheuser help families find - and renovate - their dream homes in the Hudson Valley. In each episode, real estate agent and designer Thomasula comes up with a “timeless design plan” complemented by the area’s natural surroundings, while contractor Leitheuser brings the vision to life with her master carpenter dad Don, according to the network. The couple is no stranger to the region. Leitheuser grew up in…
Billy Joel Lists Waterfront NY Estate For $49M Billy Joel Lists Waterfront NY Estate For $49M
Billy Joel Lists Waterfront NY Estate For $49M Billy Joel is movin' out -- of one of his residences, at least. The legendary 74-year-old singer has listed his waterfront estate on the north shore of Long Island, located on Centre Island in Oyster Bay, for $49 million, the Wall Street Journal reports. According to its listing on Zillow, the estate, built in 1994, is 26 acres and includes: A 20,000-plus square-foot estate house currently under renovation with an elevator to all floors,  Helicopter pad, Floating dock and boat ramp on Oyster Bay Harbor, Four-bedroom gate/guest house with an attached three-bedroom apartment …
This Capital Region City Among Best For First-Time Homebuyers, Report Says This Capital Region City Among Best For First-Time Homebuyers, Report Says
This Capital Region City Among Best For First-Time Homebuyers, Report Says New homebuyers would do well to check out this New York locale before signing that first mortgage, according to a new ranking. Watervliet, located in Albany County, ranks number eight on the top ten best markets for first-time homebuyers in 2023, according to Realtor.com. The real estate website said it ranked 659 cities and towns with populations of more than 5,000 that are located within the 100 largest metro areas. It then used a variety of criteria to rank them, including the share of 25 to 34-year-olds in a given area, availability of homes for sale, and housing affordability. The …
Movie Producer’s $6M NY Mansion Destroyed In Fire, Report Says Movie Producer’s $6M NY Mansion Destroyed In Fire, Report Says
Movie Producer’s $6M NY Mansion Destroyed In Fire, Report Says A multimillion-dollar New York mansion is a “100 percent loss” following an early-morning fire that drew multiple agencies. Crews were dispatched to the Long Island home, located in Southampton on Edge of Woods Road, at around 12:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 9, according to Southampton Fire spokesperson Chris Brenner. By the time firefighters arrived, the nine-bedroom, 9,500 square-foot home was fully engulfed in flames, Brenner said. It took crews about 30 minutes to get the blaze under control. The home as seen in a property listing from June 2022.Douglas Elliman Real Estate via Zillow Cre…
These NY Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says These NY Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says
These NY Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says Four zip codes in the Northeast rank in the Top 10 for most expensive in the United States, according to a brand-new report. The rankings, published by CNBC, were determined by median home sale prices. Three of those four zip codes are on the east end of Long Island, led by No. 2 Sagaponack (11962), which the report says has a median home sale price of $6,972,500, behind only No. 1 Atherton, California (94027), which is $9 million. The other zip codes in the Hamptons making the Top 10 were Water Mill (11976) and Bridgehampton (11932). The other Northeast zip code on th…
Ex-Yale Med School Worker Who Stole $40 Million In Electronics Sentenced Ex-Yale Med School Worker Who Stole $40 Million In Electronics Sentenced
Ex-Yale Med School Worker Who Stole $40 Million In Electronics Sentenced A former Yale University School of Medicine employee who stole $40 million in computer and electronic hardware from the university has been sentenced. Jamie Petrone, age 43, a former resident of Naugatuck, was sentenced on Thursday, Oct. 13, to nine years in prison followed by three years of supervised release for wire fraud and filing a false tax return, according to Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States attorney for the District of Connecticut. She pleaded guilty to the charges on March 28. Earlier report - Former Yale Med School Employee Admits Stealing, Selling $40 Million In Elec…
'Nothing Else Like It': $14.9M Estate In Region Poised To Break Local Town Record 'Nothing Else Like It': $14.9M Estate In Region Poised To Break Local Town Record
'Nothing Else Like It': $14.9M Estate In Region Poised To Break Local Town Record An estate that was listed for sale earlier this year is the most expensive property on the market in a Fairfield County town, according to a new report from CNBC. Orchard's End, located in New Canaan, at 544 Oenoke Ridge is listed for sale at $14.9 million. The property's listing agent said she believes the sale of the property will beat the current record of the most expensive home sold in New Canaan, CNBC reported.  The record is currently held by a mansion sold for $14.3 million in 2014, the news outlet said. “It’s the crown jewel of New Canaan built with the highest quality mate…
Take A Look Inside Matt Damon's Newly Purchased $8.5M NY Estate Take A Look Inside Matt Damon's Newly Purchased $8.5M NY Estate
Take A Look Inside Matt Damon's Newly Purchased $8.5M NY Estate Excitement is building in Northern Westchester as neighbors await the arrival of the latest Hollywood royalty to join the ranks of many others. Actor Matt Damon has just bought an $8.5-million estate that spreads across 13.5 acres in the heart of the Town of Bedford. A peek inside the home shows a sleek, relaxed vibe with lots of natural colors and plenty of class. Earlier Story: Actor Matt Damon Buys $8.5M Bedford Estate Listed by Compass with broker David Turner, the sale closed in June, the listing says. The pool area.Zillow.com The home features four bedrooms and 5.5 baths, all f…
Ex-Yankees Star Mariano Rivera Sells NY Home At $2M Loss, Report Says Ex-Yankees Star Mariano Rivera Sells NY Home At $2M Loss, Report Says
Ex-Yankees Star Mariano Rivera Sells NY Home At $2M Loss, Report Says Retired Yankees pitcher and Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera has sold his longtime home in Westchester County. Rivera and his wife, Clara, unloaded the 13,000 square-foot, nine-bedroom mansion, located in Rye, for $3.783 million, as was first reported by The Wall Street Journal. The home hit the market in 2020 for $3.995 million and the buyer spent the past year renting the home for nearly $19,000 a month, according to the outlet. Despite the impressive sale price, the Riveras actually took a loss, having purchased the home for $5.7 million in 2006, the report says. Sitting on 1.2 acres, the …
NY Woman Wins $1 Million Lottery Prize NY Woman Wins $1 Million Lottery Prize
NY Woman Wins $1 Million Lottery Prize A Long Island woman has shared her plans after claiming a $1 million lottery prize from a ticket purchased in the Hudson Valley. Suffolk County resident Diane Barbera, of Farmingville, won the second prize from the New York Lottery's Feb. 2 Mega Millions drawing, according to an announcement from the lottery on Tuesday, May 31. The ticket was purchased at Smokes 4 Less, which is located at 982 Main St. in the Dutchess County village of Fishkill, the lottery said.  She received her prize as a single, lump-sum payment of $651,000 after required withholdings, NY Lottery reported. “I can…
Doctor From Watervliet Admits To Filing False Tax Returns Doctor From Watervliet Admits To Filing False Tax Returns
Doctor From Watervliet Admits To Filing False Tax Returns A doctor from the Capital District is facing prison time after admitting to filing false tax returns, the US Attorney’s Office said. Ehab Kodsi, age 56, of Watervliet, pleaded guilty to the charge Wednesday, May 4, in Albany federal court. Prosecutors said between 2015 and 2018, Kodsi underreported revenue from both his pain management clinic in Queensbury, in Warren County, and his real estate company. He was also accused of improperly deducting personal and business expenses. “Kodsi did not report income received from third parties reimbursing services provided by his pain management cl…