Frank Lloyd Wright's long-time apprentice and protege, Edgar Tafel, designed and built this Mid-Century Modern masterpiece in 1950 on nearly 1 acre, in the prestigious Fox Meadow neighborhood of Scarsdale. Meticulously restored in 2019 to its original splendor and renovated for today's discerning buyer, the property is move-in ready and boasts an open floor plan with soaring cathedral ceilings, oversized fireplace and walls of windows overlooking the beautiful level property with mature specimen landscaping, a 45x15 Gunite pool (& spa) with electric cover, an oversized bluestone patio, a large playground area and expansive lawn. The living room, dining room and large lower level family room all open to the pool and patio area for great indoor and outdoor entertaining & living. The 1st level primary bedroom features a new bath with radiant floors and handmade Heath floor to ceiling tiles; 3 additional bedrooms, including one w/updated ensuite bath & a new hall bath complete the 2nd floor. The lower level features a huge family room w/original copper & brick details & wood ceiling, a 2nd fireplace and a new full bath (perfect for pool guests). The basement features the laundry room, a bonus space (perfect for storage, gym or home office) & a new full bath. Don't miss this opportunity to live in an architectural showpiece in your own private oasis in an absolute prime location, within walking distance to the elementary and high schools, Metro-North train and the award-winning Scarsdale Public Library. Additional Information: ParkingFeatures:2 Car Attached,
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.95 acresLot Size
$1,431Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Jennifer Fischman• Houlihan Lawrence Inc.
Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to live on this sought-after, private street in the heart of Fox Meadow, a short walk to elementary school, high school, playground and town/train. This contemporary home sits on nearly an acre of level, beautifully landscaped property with a gorgeous 45x15 pool with built in spa, automatic pool cover and blue-stone decking, ideal for summer entertaining and outdoor dining. The first level features a large living room with a cathedral ceiling, wood-burning fireplace and a wall of windows overlooking the grounds, formal dining area, eat-in-kitchen with premium appliances and a master bedroom with full bath ensuite. The second level includes two large bedrooms and two full baths. The lower level offers an expansive recreation room with fireplace and doors to the patio and yard, perfect for large gatherings. A well-maintained home in a well-established neighborhood. Whole house generator included. Additional Information: ParkingFeatures:2 Car Attached,
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #H4806603
May 10, 2018
Sold
$2,970,000
$895/sq ft
Apr 2, 2018
Relisted
—
Mar 30, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Feb 18, 2018
Listed
$2,800,000
$844/sq ft
Classic 1950 Midcentury Modern home on prime 0.94 acre lot on quiet Fox Meadow street. Recently updated with many original features preserved. Beautiful new 45x15 pool with built in spa and automatic pool cover. A whole house generator and top-of-the-line 3-zone HVAC were added very recently. Perennial gardens and custom landscaping. Steps from Scarsdale High School. <10 minute walk to Fox Meadow Elementary School (Overlook to Hampton). Originally a 4 bedroom home, currently converted to 3 bedrooms (2 upstairs bedrooms have been combined into double sized bedroom). Extremely private home in ideal location. Additional Information: Cooling:SEER Rating 12+,ParkingFeatures:2 Car Attached,
HGMLS #4518835
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
$2,564,103
$773/sq ft
Aug 7, 2015
Price Changed
$2,564,103
$773/sq ft
Jun 24, 2015
Contingent
—
Jun 24, 2015
Price Changed
$2,895,000
$873/sq ft
May 2, 2015
Listed
$2,895,000
$873/sq ft
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #H4518835
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
$2,564,103
$773/sq ft
May 2, 2015
Listed
$2,895,000
$873/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1996
Sold
$807,500
$243/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$76,254 (+0.9%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2025
$75,582 (+1.9%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2024
$74,208 (+4.5%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2023
$70,988 (+26.9%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2022
$55,925 (−9.7%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2021
$61,937 (+4.3%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2020
$59,366 (−14.4%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2019
$69,314
$1,800,000 + $575,000
$2,375,000
2018
$1,800,000 + $575,000
$2,375,000
2017
$1,800,000 + $575,000
$2,375,000
2016
$1,800,000 + $575,000
$2,375,000
2014
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2013
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2012
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2011
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2010
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2009
$12,700 + $23,850
$36,550
2008
$12,700 + $22,270
$34,970
Tax history for 8 Overlook Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$76,254 (+0.9%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2025
$75,582 (+1.9%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2024
$74,208 (+4.5%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2023
$70,988 (+26.9%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2022
$55,925 (−9.7%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2021
$61,937 (+4.3%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2020
$59,366 (−14.4%)
$1,800,000 + $915,000
$2,715,000
2019
$69,314
$1,800,000 + $575,000
$2,375,000
2018
$1,800,000 + $575,000
$2,375,000
2017
$1,800,000 + $575,000
$2,375,000
2016
$1,800,000 + $575,000
$2,375,000
2014
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2013
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2012
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2011
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2010
$12,700 + $25,600
$38,300
2009
$12,700 + $23,850
$36,550
2008
$12,700 + $22,270
$34,970
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.