Welcome to this beautifully charming Center Hall Colonial, privately set back from the road on a picturesque property with a tranquil man-made pond, fountain, and inviting wrap-around front porch. This spacious home offers the perfect balance of classic elegance and comfortable everyday living. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a formal living room that flows seamlessly into the warm and inviting family room with a fireplace, creating an ideal space for entertaining. The spacious kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, a center island, abundant cabinetry, and sliders leading to an expansive deck overlooking the peaceful backyard. A formal dining room, powder room, and first-floor laundry complete the main level. Upstairs, the generous primary suite features a private ensuite bath, while three additional bedrooms share a full hall bath. A walk-up staircase leads to a full-house unfinished attic, offering outstanding potential for future living space. The finished walk-out basement provides even more room to relax or entertain, with sliders opening to a covered patio. An oversized two-car garage and a huge storage shed provide exceptional storage and convenience. Ideally located in the highly sought-after Monroe-Woodbury School District, this exceptional home combines timeless Colonial charm, abundant living space, beautiful outdoor amenities, and endless possibilities in a peaceful Chester setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
1.7 acresLot Size
$260Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Regina Carmel• Howard Hanna Rand Realty
Move right in! This beautiful, meticulously maintained 2005 colonial sits on a wonsderful property with a fully fenced-in yard, wrap-around porch, mature landscaping, and an amazing, spring fed pond providing peace and recreation through every season. The elegant interior boasts upgrades such as custom built-ins, crown molding, wiring for surround sound, fire place, hard wood floors, stainless steel appliances, several walk-outs and a sprawling 34' deck. The rooms are spacious and bright with extra windows and beautiful views. Storage is plentiful with over-sized linen closets in both full bathrooms, a large custom shed and a full, walk-up attic. Most of the interior is freshly painted and deck recently treated and stained. You'll love the covered rocking chair front porch, especially on rainy days. Centrally located, this home is close to major shopping, restaurants, NYC buses and train. Only 50 miles to GW bridge. Monroe Woodbury School District
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #H4434927
Dec 1, 2014
Sold
$382,500
$125/sq ft
Sep 18, 2014
Listed
$382,500
$125/sq ft
Move right in! This beautiful, meticulously maintained 2005 colonial sits on a wonsderful property with a fully fenced-in yard, wrap-around porch, mature landscaping, and an amazing, spring fed pond providing peace and recreation through every season. The elegant interior boasts upgrades such as custom built-ins, crown molding, wiring for surround sound, fire place, hard wood floors, stainless steel appliances, several walk-outs and a sprawling 34' deck. The rooms are spacious and bright with extra windows and beautiful views. Storage is plentiful with over-sized linen closets in both full bathrooms, a large custom shed and a full, walk-up attic. Most of the interior is freshly painted and deck recently treated and stained. You'll love the covered rocking chair front porch, especially on rainy days. Centrally located, this home is close to major shopping, restaurants, NYC buses and train. Only 50 miles to GW bridge. Monroe Woodbury School District Additional Information: Amenities:Storage,HeatingFuel:Oil Above Ground,ParkingFeatures:2 Car Attached,
Public Records
Jan 14, 2008
Sold
$430,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 14, 2005
Sold
$479,000
$156/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 12, 2004
Sold
$105,000
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,334
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2025
$17,334 (+5.4%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2024
$16,448 (+4.0%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2023
$15,821 (+3.6%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2022
$15,269 (+1.0%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2021
$15,122 (+8.9%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2020
$13,886 (+5.2%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2019
$13,197 (+6.5%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2018
$12,390 (+6.0%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2017
$11,693 (−7.1%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2016
$12,590 (+19.1%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2015
$10,574 (−0.9%)
$11,100 + $52,500
$63,600
2014
$10,672
$11,100 + $46,900
$58,000
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.7 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,070
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,070
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
332089A04400000010720000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 28, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Chester, NY • 10918
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 197 Oxford Rd
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