831 Wolcott Avenue, Beacon, NY 12508
$1,750,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
6
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
3,000
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
15,246
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$1,750,000
List Date:
2/09/2026
Last Modified:
2/11/2026
Overview
Description
Experience a rare blend of historic charm and modern luxury in this graceful circa 1900 Dutch Colonial Revival, nestled just minutes from Beacon's lively Main Street.
Six spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, ideal for comfortable family living or hosting guests.
Original period details: Soaring ceilings, restored hardwood floors creaking gently underfoot, intricate woodwork, and elegant trim evoke classic sophistication.
Inviting front porch with a stately covered entry and the original Dutch door barn door, framed by glass sidelights—perfect for relaxing with coffee as you watch the sunrise. Modern kitchen with a central island and prep sink seamlessly flows into a formal dining room, a sunlit living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a cozy sitting room, all designed for both everyday comfort and festive gatherings.
Bedrooms are thoughtfully situated at each corner of the upper floors, offering privacy, architectural harmony, and tranquil garden or mountain views.
Full basement and attic provide generous space for seasonal items and belongings.
Expansive rear covered porch overlooking a fully fenced, lushly landscaped backyard. Extensive blue stone patio for stylish open-air entertaining.
Wood-burning fire pit and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a natural gas grill—imagine the aroma of grilled fare mingling with fresh-cut grass.
Sparkling 16' x 36' heated saltwater pool (2020) set among manicured gardens, where sun-warmed stone meets the gentle scent of blooming flowers and laughter drifts from lively summer gatherings.
Private circular driveway for effortless arrivals.
Stroll to Main Street's renowned restaurants, eclectic boutiques, and vibrant art galleries—the Dia Beacon museum and local farmer's market are just minutes away.
Close proximity to scenic parks and the Mount Beacon trailhead, offering endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and enjoying panoramic Hudson Valley views.
Convenient access to schools, playgrounds, and public transportation, including the Metro-North station for easy commutes to New York City.
This exceptional home offers the perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern convenience in one of Beacon's most sought-after neighborhoods. Whether you're hosting lively poolside parties or savoring quiet mornings on the porch, this residence invites you to create a lifetime of cherished memories.
Listing Details MLS# 20260514
General Property Information
- Bedrooms Total
- 6
- Rooms Total
- 10
- Bathrooms Total
- 2
- Bathrooms Full
- 2
- Above Grade Finished Area
- 3135
- Below Grade Unfinished Area
- 750
- Living Area
- 3000
- Accessibility Features YN
- No
- New Construction YN
- No
- Year Built
- 1900
- Garage YN
- No
- Lot Size Acres
- 0.35
- Flood Plain YN
- No
- Association YN
- No
- Waterfront YN
- No
- Basement YN
- Yes
- Stories
- 2
- Fireplace YN
- Yes
- Fireplaces Total
- Yes
- Wood Stove YN
- No
- Spa YN
- No
- Senior Community YN
- No
- Sign On Property YN
- Yes
- List Price/SqFt
- 583.33
- Bathrooms Half
- 0
- Below Grade Finished Area
- 0
Property Features
Appliances:
Built-In Freezer; Built-In Range; Built-In Refrigerator; Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Oven; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Washer/Dryer
Architectural Style:
Colonial
Attic Features:
Walk-In Attic
Basement:
Partial
Construction Materials:
Brick
Cooling:
Ceiling Fan(s)
Electric:
200+ Amp Service
Exterior Features:
Barbecue; Fire Pit; Gas Grill; Lighting; Outdoor Grill; Rain Gutters
Fencing:
Back Yard; Fenced; Wood
Fireplace Features:
Family Room
Flooring:
Ceramic Tile; Hardwood
Foundation Details:
Brick/Mortar
Heating:
Baseboard
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s); Chandelier; Soaking Tub; Whirlpool Tub
Lot Features:
Back Yard; City Lot; Landscaped
Other Equipment:
Generator
Parking Features:
Asphalt; Circular Driveway; Drive Through
Patio And Porch Features:
Covered; Front Porch; Patio; Rear Porch
Plumbing:
Mixed
Pool Features:
In Ground; Salt Water
Roof:
Asphalt
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Structure Type:
House
Utilities:
Cable Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected
View:
Mountain(s)
Water Source:
Public
Contract Information
- Original List Price
- 1750000
- Listing Contract Date
- 2026-02-09
- Availability Date
- 2026-02-09
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Listing Agreement
- Exclusive Right To Sell
- Owner Name
- Balter
- Occupant Type
- Owner
- Occupant Name
- *** NEW LISTING ***
- Lease Considered YN
- No
Location Tax and Legal
- Street Number
- 831
- Street Name
- Wolcott
- Street Suffix
- Avenue
- County
- Dutchess
- State
- NY
- Zip Code
- 12508
- Town (Taxable)
- Beacon
Remarks and Miscellaneous
- Public Remarks
- Experience a rare blend of historic charm and modern luxury in this graceful circa 1900 Dutch Colonial Revival, nestled just minutes from Beacon's lively Main Street. Six spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, ideal for comfortable family living or hosting guests. Original period details: Soaring ceilings, restored hardwood floors creaking gently underfoot, intricate woodwork, and elegant trim evoke classic sophistication. Inviting front porch with a stately covered entry and the original Dutch door barn door, framed by glass sidelights—perfect for relaxing with coffee as you watch the sunrise. Modern kitchen with a central island and prep sink seamlessly flows into a formal dining room, a sunlit living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a cozy sitting room, all designed for both everyday comfort and festive gatherings. Bedrooms are thoughtfully situated at each corner of the upper floors, offering privacy, architectural harmony, and tranquil garden or mountain views. Full basement and attic provide generous space for seasonal items and belongings. Expansive rear covered porch overlooking a fully fenced, lushly landscaped backyard. Extensive blue stone patio for stylish open-air entertaining. Wood-burning fire pit and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a natural gas grill—imagine the aroma of grilled fare mingling with fresh-cut grass. Sparkling 16' x 36' heated saltwater pool (2020) set among manicured gardens, where sun-warmed stone meets the gentle scent of blooming flowers and laughter drifts from lively summer gatherings. Private circular driveway for effortless arrivals. Stroll to Main Street's renowned restaurants, eclectic boutiques, and vibrant art galleries—the Dia Beacon museum and local farmer's market are just minutes away. Close proximity to scenic parks and the Mount Beacon trailhead, offering endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and enjoying panoramic Hudson Valley views. Convenient access to schools, playgrounds, and public transportation, including the Metro-North station for easy commutes to New York City. This exceptional home offers the perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern convenience in one of Beacon's most sought-after neighborhoods. Whether you're hosting lively poolside parties or savoring quiet mornings on the porch, this residence invites you to create a lifetime of cherished memories.
Status Change Information
- Major Change Timestamp
- 2026-02-09T19:08:06Z
- Major Change Type
- New Listing
- Status Change Timestamp
- 2026-02-09
More Information
Book Information
- Liber/Book
- 22017
- Page
- 5250
- Section
- 6.54
Location, Tax, and Legal
- 911 Address
- 831 Wolcott Ave, Beacon, NY 12508-4257,
- Township
- City of Beacon
- Zip Code +4
- 4257
- School District
- Beacon City School District
- Elementary School
- Sargent School
- General Tax
- 5723
- School Tax
- 8723
- Tax Annual Amount
- 14446
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Assessors Full Market Value
- 753000
- Tax Assessed Value
- 753000
- Tax Legal Description
- Single Family Resid
- Parcel Number
- 6.54.46.141
- Tax Lot
- 141
- Tax Block
- 46
- Tax Exemptions YN
- No
- Zoning
- R1-10
- Zoning Description
- Single Family Resid
- Directions
- From Beacon Main St - Head northwest on Main St toward N Chestnut St, Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S Chestnut St, Turn left onto Wolcott Ave 831 on the right.
Appliances
- Built-In Freezer
- Yes
- Built-In Range
- Yes
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Yes
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Dryer
- Yes
- Gas Oven
- Yes
- Gas Range
- Yes
- Microwave
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
- Washer
- Yes
- Washer/Dryer
- Yes
Architectural Style
- Colonial
- Yes
Attic Features
- Walk-In Attic
- Yes
Basement
- Partial
- Yes
Construction Materials
- Brick
- Yes
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Barbecue
- Yes
- Fire Pit
- Yes
- Gas Grill
- Yes
- Lighting
- Yes
- Outdoor Grill
- Yes
- Rain Gutters
- Yes
Fencing
- Back Yard
- Yes
- Fenced
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
Fireplace Features
- Family Room
- Yes
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Yes
- Hardwood
- Yes
Foundation Details
- Brick/Mortar
- Yes
Heating
- Baseboard
- Yes
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Chandelier
- Yes
- Soaking Tub
- Yes
- Whirlpool Tub
- Yes
Lot Features
- Back Yard
- Yes
- City Lot
- Yes
- Landscaped
- Yes
Other Equipment
- Generator
- Yes
Parking Features
- Asphalt
- Yes
- Circular Driveway
- Yes
- Drive Through
- Yes
Patio And Porch Features
- Covered
- Yes
- Front Porch
- Yes
- Patio
- Yes
- Rear Porch
- Yes
Plumbing
- Mixed
- Yes
Pool Features
- In Ground
- Yes
- Salt Water
- Yes
Roof
- Asphalt
- Yes
Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Yes
Structure Type
- House
- Yes
Utilities
- Cable Connected
- Yes
- Natural Gas Connected
- Yes
- Sewer Connected
- Yes
View
- Mountain(s)
- Yes
Water Source
- Public
- Yes
Listing Courtesy of
Windsor Realty Services, Inc.
Listing Agent:
Nicola Friedman