Located in desirable Beechmont Estates, this majestic 1916 Center Hall Colonial offers the perfect balance of old world charm and modern day luxury living. Sitting on a spectacular half acre, this stunning 4247 square foot home has much to offer: the main floor boasts an elegant living room with a fireplace with French doors to the terrace, a large family room also with a fireplace and access to the garden, a formal dining room leading to a sparkling modern dine-in kitchen with Subzero appliances and marble countertops. Behind the kitchen is another room with separate entrance and a mud room. On the 2nd level, the inviting primary bedroom, one of 6 bedrooms, has a gas fireplace, bath, huge walk-in closet with laundry. Three additional bedrooms and a bath complete the second level while 2 additional bedrooms and a bath are housed on the 3rd level. A porte-cochere side entrance, detached 2-car garage and garden shed add further allure to this special home. Move right in and feel on vacation all year round! Additional Information: ParkingFeatures:2 Car Detached,
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
$481Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listing by Anne Feuga• Julia B Fee Sothebys Int. Rlty
This graceful circa 1916 Colonial captures the enduring beauty of fine traditional architecture while offering a thoroughly modern backdrop for 21st century living. Brimming with curb appeal on .54 spectacular acres in prized Beechmont Estates, the home is equally impressive inside with over 4,200sf of sundrenched living space. The center hall introduces the spacious living room, French doors to formal dining room and large screened porch. Both the living room, and family room have a Fpl access to the patio and yard. They are joined by a sparkling modern dine-in kitchen, SubZero Refrigerator, DCS Commerical Oven and mudroom. An office with a private entrance is perfect for work at home. On the 2nd level, the inviting primary bedroom, one of 6 bedrooms, has a gas fireplace, bath, huge walk-in closet with laundry. Three add'l bedrooms and a bath complete the second level while 2 add'l bedrooms and a bath are housed on the 3rd level. New 200-cb Electrial panel, Transfer Switch for Generator, Lochinvar Knight 2-Zone High Efficiency Gas Hot Water System & Central Air. A porte-cochere side entrance, detached 2-car garage and garden shed add further allure to this special home. Additional Information: Amenities:Storage,ParkingFeatures:2 Car Detached,
HGMLS #3323475
Mar 14, 2014
Price Changed
$1,100,000
$260/sq ft
Jul 26, 2013
Listed
$1,179,000
$278/sq ft
Jul 26, 2013
Price Changed
$1,179,000
$278/sq ft
Jul 26, 2013
Sold
$1,100,000
$260/sq ft
Classic Beechmont Colonial
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #H3323475
Jul 26, 2013
Sold
$1,100,000
$260/sq ft
Jul 26, 2013
Listed
$1,179,000
$278/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 4, 1985
Sold
$350,000
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$37,578 (+26.6%)
$6,400 + $20,280
$26,680
2025
$29,687 (−25.7%)
$6,400 + $20,280
$26,680
2024
$39,951 (+3.9%)
$6,400 + $20,280
$26,680
2023
$38,460 (+0.5%)
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2022
$38,269 (+0.3%)
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2021
$38,140 (+20.3%)
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2020
$31,702 (−14.5%)
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2019
$37,058
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2018
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2017
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2016
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2014
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2013
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2012
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2011
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2010
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2009
$6,400 + $25,100
$31,500
2008
$6,400 + $25,100
$31,500
Tax history for 17 Lester Pl
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$37,578 (+26.6%)
$6,400 + $20,280
$26,680
2025
$29,687 (−25.7%)
$6,400 + $20,280
$26,680
2024
$39,951 (+3.9%)
$6,400 + $20,280
$26,680
2023
$38,460 (+0.5%)
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2022
$38,269 (+0.3%)
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2021
$38,140 (+20.3%)
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2020
$31,702 (−14.5%)
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2019
$37,058
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2018
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2017
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2016
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2014
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2013
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2012
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2011
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2010
$6,400 + $23,100
$29,500
2009
$6,400 + $25,100
$31,500
2008
$6,400 + $25,100
$31,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
4.5
Stories
—
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
235 ft.
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,247
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Westchester County
APN
551000A0000031030000021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 25, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Chandelier,Eat-in Kitchen,Formal Dining,First Floor Full Bath,High Ceilings,Kitchen Island,Marble Counters,Primary Bathroom,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk Through Kitchen
Window Features: Screens
Laundry Features: Inside
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels: Multi/Split, Three Or More
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Room Information
Basement YN: Yes
Attic: Finished
Rooms Total: 11
Basement: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Additional Rooms: Office
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Half: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Mailbox
Construction Materials: Frame, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Security Features: Security System
Waterfront YN: No
Lot Information
Additional Parcels YN: No
Lot Features: Level, Near Public Transit, Near School, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Property Information
Stories: 3
Living Area Source: Public Records
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Source: Municipality
Tax Annual Amount: $38,297
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric Company: Con-Edison
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Trash Collection Public
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Park
School Information
Elementary School: William B Ward Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School: Albert Leonard Middle School
High School: New Rochelle High School
High School District: New Rochelle
Location Information
Directions: North Avenue, right to Beechmont Drive, second left to Montgomery Circle, right to Lester Place #17.
County Or Parish: Westchester County
Community Information
Community Features: Park
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,247
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: —
County: Westchester County
APN: 551000A0000031030000021
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
William B Ward Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
Albert Leonard Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
New Rochelle High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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New Rochelle, NY • 10804
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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.93M – $2.34M
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