## 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.
Coming soon 07/01
$689,000
18 Sylvan Road, Lake Peekskill, NY 10537
4beds
2,502sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1945
0.62 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$275/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 8 days |
- 531 |
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Coldwell Banker Realty 914-277-5000,
Sherri Malone 914-382-1917
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1016393
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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
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/25/1993 | Sold | $160,000$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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
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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
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Putnam Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10Putnam Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10Putnam Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.7 mi
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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- New York
- Putnam County
- Lake Peekskill
- 10537
- 18 Sylvan Road







