475 Main Street, circa 1876 is a crown jewel property and an expansive urban country retreat nestled in the historic and vibrant fabric of Beacon, NY. With two street frontages, this light filled gem is situated nicely with treetop and south facing Mount Beacon views. Reimagine the interiors and transform it to a live and/or work dream come true homestead in the Hudson Valley. The main floor welcomes you with original detailed glass storefront, 12 foot ceilings and hardwood flooring. Additional space includes a current studio workshop with skylights. Up to the second floor you arrive in a beautiful stair landing with newel posts. Five rooms currently are on this level, all with 9+ foot ceilings. The Great room and more are on the third floor which includes front and rear windows with bucolic mountain views. Two access points from main floor take you to the large dry basement with walk-out entry/exit and frontage on Tioronda Ave. Nearby hiking and rail trails, next door to Howland Cultural Center, free Beacon loop bus, Newburgh Beacon ferry, Madam Brett Park, Bannerman's Island, and Long Dock are just a few of the close by experiences. Award winning dining and shopping are in abundance. Convenient Metro North train service or a 61 mile drive from New York City.,Level 1 Desc:STUDIO, LIVING, WORKSHOP, STOREFRONT,Level 3 Desc:GREAT ROOM, KITCHEN,EQUIPMENT:Smoke Detectors,AboveGrade:5380,ROOF:Rubber,Unfinished Square Feet:2519,FLOORING:Wood,InteriorFeatures:Electric Stove Connection,Rough-in Bath,ExteriorFeatures:Landscaped,Outside Lighting,Basement:Interior Access,Level 2 Desc:LIVING OR WORK,Below Grnd Sq Feet:2519,FOUNDATION:Stone,OTHERROOMS:Workshop
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Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2025.
CMS
Central Main Street District
The purpose of this Article IVD is to preserve the traditional character of Main Street, particularly for buildings in the Historic District and Landmark Overlay HDLO Zone, while also increasing the vitality, attractiveness, and marketability of Main Street, as recommended in the City of Beacon Comprehensive Plan Update adopted on April 3, 2017. This article promotes a vibrant, economically successful, and environmentally sustainable Main Street with a pedestrian-oriented public realm and mixed uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Multiple units
Hotel / motel
Mixed use
Office
Public service
Educational/school
Museum / gallery
Recreation
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Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: On Street, Other
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating: Radiant
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Room Information
Basement YN: Yes
Basement: Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 2
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Waterfront YN: No
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit, Sloped, Views
Zoning: GB
Property Information
Living Area Source: Other
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $33,557
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash, Conventional
Location
School Information
Elementary School: JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School: Rombout Middle School
High School: Beacon
High School District: Beacon
Location Information
Directions: Route 52 ( Fishkill Avenue) to Left on Main Street. Property on Right.
County Or Parish: Dutchess County
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County: Dutchess County
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Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2025
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Schools
Sargent School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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Rombout Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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Beacon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Estimated sale price
$1.44M – $1.75M
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