Historic Birchwood, built in 1840, is an inviting Hudson Valley family compound. It is a unique confluence of Dutch Colonial and Mission Bungalow architectural styles, with complementary Japanesque influences. The stylish interior features a living room and adjoining glass-walled gathering room, both with indiginous stone-faced wood-burning fireplaces. There's a sleek and spacious eat-in-kitchen, and a separate dining room with fireplace. The luxurious master bedroom has an ensuite bath, and there are 2 guest bedrooms providing plenty of comfort for family & friends. A picturesque stone and wood 2 BR/1 BA carriage house is a highlight of the property, and the perfect live/work space or rental. The wraparound bluestone patio & iconic front porch are surrounded by lushly planted grounds with perennial beds, specimen trees, and the mature silver birches that give the property its name. Luxurious amenities include a 1500 bottle wine cellar, a Har-Tru tennis court, and central A/C. A truly beautiful property in all aspects and in all seasons.,Level 1 Desc:EIK, LR W/FP, GATHERING ROOM W/FP, DR W/FP, POWDER ROOM,ExteriorFeatures:Landscaped,Outside Lighting,Level 2 Desc:MASTER BR ENSUITE, 2 GUESTBEDROOMS, FULL BATH, LAUNDRY,FOUNDATION:Stone,ROOF:Asphalt Shingles,AboveGrade:3345 Additional Information: Amenities:Tennis,
Single-familyProperty Type
1840Year Built
3.97 acresLot Size
$477Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Gary DiMauro• FOUR SEASONS SOTHEBY'S INT'L R
Bought with Patricia Karr Seabrook• Paul Hallenbeck Real Estate
Historic Birchwood, built in 1840, is an inviting Hudson Valley family compound. It is a unique confluence of Dutch Colonial and Mission Bungalow architectural styles, with complementary Japanesque influences. The stylish interior features a living room and adjoining glass-walled gathering room, both with indiginous stone-faced wood-burning fireplaces. There's a sleek and spacious eat-in-kitchen, and a separate dining room with fireplace. The luxurious master bedroom has an ensuite bath, and there are 2 guest bedrooms providing plenty of comfort for family & friends. A picturesque stone and wood 2 BR/1 BA carriage house is a highlight of the property, and the perfect live/work space or rental. The wraparound bluestone patio & iconic front porch are surrounded by lushly planted grounds with perennial beds, specimen trees, and the mature silver birches that give the property its name. Luxurious amenities include a 1500 bottle wine cellar, a Har-Tru tennis court. A beautiful property!
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #M353643
May 14, 2018
Sold
$855,000
$256/sq ft
Jul 25, 2016
Listed
$875,000
$262/sq ft
Public Records
May 19, 2015
Sold
$857,500
$256/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 20, 2005
Sold
$1,060,000
$317/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 6, 1991
Sold
$200,000
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$26,476
$243,000 + $1,123,300
$1,366,300
2025
$26,476 (+3.2%)
$243,000 + $1,123,300
$1,366,300
2024
$25,663 (+1.0%)
$222,900 + $1,030,550
$1,253,450
2023
$25,408 (+2.1%)
$210,300 + $972,200
$1,182,500
2022
$24,889 (+1.8%)
$189,500 + $857,000
$1,046,500
2021
$24,455 (−46.3%)
$189,500 + $704,900
$894,400
2020
$45,534 (+86.6%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2019
$24,398 (+3.8%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2018
$23,507 (+0.9%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2017
$23,287 (−44.6%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2016
$42,003 (+81.3%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2015
$23,171 (−2.2%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2014
$23,696
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
Tax history for 1018 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$26,476
$243,000 + $1,123,300
$1,366,300
2025
$26,476 (+3.2%)
$243,000 + $1,123,300
$1,366,300
2024
$25,663 (+1.0%)
$222,900 + $1,030,550
$1,253,450
2023
$25,408 (+2.1%)
$210,300 + $972,200
$1,182,500
2022
$24,889 (+1.8%)
$189,500 + $857,000
$1,046,500
2021
$24,455 (−46.3%)
$189,500 + $704,900
$894,400
2020
$45,534 (+86.6%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2019
$24,398 (+3.8%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2018
$23,507 (+0.9%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2017
$23,287 (−44.6%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2016
$42,003 (+81.3%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2015
$23,171 (−2.2%)
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
2014
$23,696
$189,500 + $670,500
$860,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.97 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
3,345
Year built
1840
Style
Other
County
Dutchess County
APN
134889A00617200004457750000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
RD5
Rural Development 5
The Rural Development 5 (RD5) District encompasses land on the west side of New York State Route 9G which, while similar in character to the RD3 District lands, both lie within one of the Town's primary scenic corridors and are located within the Town's coastal management area. A mix of agricultural use and compatible low-density rural residential development and other conservation, recreation and open space uses are encouraged in a manner consistent with established land use patterns.