Better Homes & Gardens Five Star Plan No. 2106 is a vintage mid-1950s design that blends mid-century modern style with transitional English-cottage charm. Built in 1952, this expanded L-shaped ranch sits on 3.09 acres in an old IBM executive neighborhood, with convenient access to major roads, shopping, colleges, hospitals, and businesses.
Designed as a three-bedroom home with a den, it features a distinctive layout and abundant natural light. A nine-foot picture window and several floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of the front and rear yards, while the living and dining rooms enjoy exceptional cross-light. French doors open to the porch and expanded patio, leading to a fully fenced, in-ground pool and cabana.
The pool house is 2-stories, includes changing rooms, a half bath, with the pump, extra storage/work room below. Beyond the pool, a fairly level, sloping backyard—partially fenced for pets—offers room to play and relax. With it's generous entertaining spaces and peaceful setting, this home feels like a private retreat.
Additional wooded .79 acre parcel #133400 included in sale.
many updates over the years, here are some:
2005, 200 Amp Panel installed.
2006, New Furnace, New Kitchen.
2016, Concrete Pool Repair & pool liner installed.
2017, Concrete/Brick Patio, added Concrete around pool. Stone Pillars & Retaining wall.
2018, New Windows, New Primary Bath, Water heater, New Water Softener.
2020, New Pool Pump.
2023, Remodeled Laundry/Living Rm.
2025, Painted Exterior/Interior, replaced all eaves and wood needed. carved stone steps to lower yard.
2026, New Shutters, New Concrete finish, sanded/sealed brick/concretepatio.
please note, photos have an expanded view to include full room; spaces look larger than in real life. Finishing touches being completed. POF required. Tax includes both parcels.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (10/20)
$595,000
15 Merry Hill Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
3beds
1,891sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1952
2.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced in-ground poolSeveral floor-to-ceiling windowsAbundant natural lightExpanded l-shaped ranchDistinctive layoutNine-foot picture windowGenerous entertaining spaces
- 25 days
- 1,923
- 133
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
RE/MAX Town & Country 845-765-6128,
Crystal DeRaffele 845-416-4281
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1055904
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: 11.5' x 14 Hardwood floor
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Description: 10' x 12.5 Hardwood floor
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Description: 10.5' x 15' Hardwood floor
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Description: 5' x 8', Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Description: 5' x 9.5' Tile
- Level: First
Basement
- Description: 15' x 16' Linoleum, Built in Bar, Utilities, Storage
- Level: Lower
Den
- Description: 10' x 11' Hardwood floor
- Level: First
Dining room
- Description: 10.5' x 11' Hardwood floors
- Level: First
Family room
- Description: 15' x 19' Linoleum, Laundry
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: 8' x 16' Ceramic Tile, Granite Counters, Custon Cabinets, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: 15' x 21' Hardwood Floors, Fireplace, Bay Window, French Doors to Patio
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Multi Units, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Original Details, Primary Bathroom, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Storage
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Floor to Ceiling Windows, Oversized Windows, Shutters
- Basement: Partially Finished,See Remarks,Storage Space
- Attic: Scuttle,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,891
- Total interior livable area: 1,891 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Terrace
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Pool Cover, Vinyl
- Fencing: Back Yard,Other,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 2.3 Acres
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana
- Parcel number: 1334006260048013620000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Dehumidifier, Fuel Tank(s), Lawn Maintenance Equipment, Pool Equip/Cover
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Exp Ranch,Modern,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Clapboard, Frame, T111
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Actual
- Year built: 1952
Details
- Builder model: Better Homes & Gardens Five Star Plan No. 2106
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Trash Collection Private, Water Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Poughkeepsie
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $315/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $257,600
- Annual tax amount: $10,699
- Date on market: 10/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Contract
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2026 | Price change | $595,000-4.8%$315/sqft |
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| 10/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $625,000+64.5%$331/sqft |
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| 5/8/2006 | Sold | $379,900$201/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2005 | Sold | $379,900$201/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2024 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2023 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2022 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2021 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2020 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2019 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2018 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2017 | $6,278 | $257,600 |
| 2016 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $257,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $257,600 -6% |
| 2012 | -- | $273,900 -6.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $293,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $293,500 -8.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $322,000 -8% |
| 2008 | -- | $350,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Red Oaks Mill
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kinry Road Elementary School
- Middle: Wappingers Junior High School
- High: Roy C Ketcham Senior High Sch
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




