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  • $689,000

    18 Sylvan Road, Lake Peekskill, NY 10537

    4beds
    2,502sqft
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1945
    0.62 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $275/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    ## Peaceful Living, Endless Possibilities Welcome to this beautifully maintained legal two-family home in the desirable Lake Peekskill community of Putnam Valley, New York, where peaceful surroundings, flexible living, and everyday convenience come together. Located within the highly regarded Putnam Valley School District, this unique property offers the perfect opportunity for homeowners seeking multi-generational living, supplemental rental income, or simply the flexibility to adapt as life changes. From the moment you arrive, a welcoming composite deck invites you to slow down and enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds you. Inside, the home is filled with warmth and character, highlighted by a formal dining room featuring a stunning wood-accented ceiling that flows effortlessly into the updated eat-in kitchen with refreshed cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar seating, tile flooring, and a bright breakfast nook. Large windows throughout the home fill every room with natural light while framing picturesque views of the thoughtfully landscaped gardens and the lake beyond. The inviting living room offers one of the home's most charming spaces, where a beautiful bay window creates the perfect reading nook overlooking the water. The main level also features a spacious primary suite with a beautifully renovated ensuite bath, additional bedrooms, and another full bathroom. The walkout lower level offers exceptional flexibility with its own private entrance, living room, kitchen, bedroom, renovated full bath, and direct access to a brand-new deck overlooking the backyard and junior lake views. Whether you're searching for a legal income-producing apartment, space for extended family, guest accommodations, or a private home office, this level offers endless possibilities. Outside, the property truly shines. Thoughtfully designed perennial gardens, mature landscaping, peaceful outdoor living spaces, and seasonal lake views create a private retreat that feels worlds away from the everyday. Wildlife, colorful blooms, and the changing seasons provide an ever-changing backdrop that makes this home feel special year-round. Recent improvements include a brand-new deck, new septic tank, removal of the underground oil tank, energy-efficient ductless air conditioning on both levels, and a heat pump integrated into the home's HVAC system for enhanced comfort and efficiency. Life in Lake Peekskill offers more than just a beautiful home. Residents enjoy lake rights with swimming, fishing, kayaking, and non-motorized boating, along with sandy beaches, a community center, playground, and year-round neighborhood events. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being just minutes from Clarence Fahnestock State Park and the Appalachian Trail, offering miles of hiking, biking, and recreation throughout the Hudson Valley. Despite its peaceful setting, this Putnam Valley home is conveniently located near Metro-North, the Taconic State Parkway, Route 6, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, providing an easy commute to Westchester County and New York City. If you've been searching for a Putnam Valley home with lake views, income potential, legal two-family zoning, beautiful gardens, and the lifestyle that makes the Hudson Valley so desirable, this exceptional Lake Peekskill property is ready to welcome you home.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Coldwell Banker Realty 914-277-5000,

    Sherri Malone 914-382-1917

    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1016393MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Other
      • Description: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bathroom, 4th Primary Bedroom with full ensuite bathroom
      • Level: First
      Other
      • Description: Apartment with Living Room, Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, access to deck
      • Level: Lower
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Oil
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ductless
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Oil Water Heater
      • Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, In Basement
      Features
      • First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, In-Law Floorplan, Primary Bathroom, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk Through Kitchen
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
      • Basement: Crawl Space,Finished,Full,Unfinished
      • Attic: Full,Pull Stairs
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,502
      • Total interior livable area: 2,502 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
      • Exterior features: Garden, Mailbox
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Lake, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Lake,Water
      • Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Pond, Waterfront
      Lot
      • Size: 0.62 Acres
      • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Private, Sloped, Views
      • Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
      Details
      • Parcel number: 37280009102500010130000000
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Frame, Vinyl Siding
      Condition
      • Year built: 1945

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Trash Collection Private

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Junior Lake
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Lake Peekskill

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $275/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $417,300
      • Annual tax amount: $13,172
      • Date on market: 7/1/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        1/25/1993Sold$160,000$64/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $417,300
        2024-- $417,300 +7.1%
        2023-- $389,800 +12%
        2022-- $348,000 +10%
        2021-- $316,400 +5.5%
        2020-- $299,800 +3%
        2019-- $291,100 +2%
        2018-- $285,400 +4%
        2017$9,630 $274,300 +1%
        2016-- $271,600 +1%
        2015-- $268,900 -1%
        2014-- $271,600 -5%
        2013-- $285,900 -2.5%
        2012-- $293,300 -4%
        2011-- $305,500 -6%
        2010-- $325,000 -10.7%
        2009-- $364,000 -2.9%
        2008-- $375,000 -12.3%
        2007-- $427,500 +5.6%
        2006-- $404,800 +4.3%
        2005-- $388,000 +15.6%
        2004-- $335,600 +109.7%
        2003-- $160,000
        2002-- $160,000
        2001-- $160,000
        2000-- $160,000

        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 10537

        Getting around

        18 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        4 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Putnam Valley Elementary School
        • Middle: Putnam Valley Middle School
        • High: Putnam Valley High School

        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.

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