Here is a cozy home with a cottage feel in Colonial Terraces, a neighborhood built in 1917 to house workers of the Newburgh ship yards during Word War I. It was constructed during the winter from October to April at the height of the Spanish Flu epidemic. You can see historic photos of the construction phase here.
14 Norton Street Newburgh NY (Jeanette Santory) Asking Price: $94,900 Year Built: 1918 Size: 1,056 sq ft Neighborhood: Colonial Terraces Taxes: $3,638 Distance to NYC: 58.1 mi, 1 hour 9 mins Public Transportation: MetroNorth to Beacon, then take ferry across Closest Roadways: 9W, I-87, I-84 Google Map
This is another property from the City of Newburgh’s Planning and Development Department in Colonial Terraces. This nice neighborhood is often referred to the “garden spot” of Newburgh. Colonial Terraces was built in 1917 to house workers of the Newburgh ship yards during Word War I. It was constructed during the winter from October to April at the height of the Spanish Flu epidemic. You can see historic photos of the construction phase here.
“5 Bush Avenue is located in the heart of Colonial Terrace in the City of Newburgh. The building currently houses two small businesses on the first floor and has two spacious apartments on the second floor. The building – in a prime location overlooking Clinton Square – was constructed in 1918. This commanding brick building boasts a total of 3460 square feet – 1730sf on each floor. It is currently assessed at a full market value of $270,200. But the City of Newburgh is only asking a minimum asking price of $189,140. All reasonable and qualified offers will be considered. For more information, first consult the City of Newburgh’s website – www.cityofnewburgh-ny.gov – and click on the link on the left side of the home page titled “Buying Property From the City of Newburgh”. If you have any additional questions, call the Department of Planning and Development at 845-569-7400.”
5 Bush Avenue Newburgh NY
Asking Price: $189,140* Google Map
* This is the minimum price. The City of Newburgh will also entertain bids above the asking price. All interested purchasers need to submit a PODA (Private Owner Development Application) . The application is available on-line and at the City of Newburgh’s Planning & Development Office, 83 Broadway, Newburgh, NY. For additional information call: 845-569-7400.
On the edge of the Colonial Terraces neighborhood is this house for sale. It is in move-in condition, with many details of the house looking like they were newly updated or refinished. This nice neighborhood is often referred to the “garden spot” of Newburgh. Colonial Terraces was built in 1917 to house workers of the Newburgh ship yards during Word War I. It was constructed during the winter from October to April at the height of the Spanish Flu epidemic. You can see historic photos of the construction phase here.
342 Third St Newburgh NY (Rebecca Faubert, RE/MAX) Asking Price: $109,500 Year Built: 1918 Size: 1,053 sq ft Neighborhood: Colonial Terraces Taxes: $3,210 Distance to NYC: 58.1 mi, 1 hour 9 mins Public Transportation: MetroNorth to Beacon, then take ferry across Closest Roadways: 9W, I-87, I-84 Google Map
Here’s a true 4-family, investment worthy property in Colonial Terraces. From the photos, it looks like it is in great condition. Rooms still have original details but have been tastefully updated. They also recently just removed the large tree out front. Colonial Terraces is a neighborhood known for its gardens. Just check out the home across the street on Google Maps. It would be nice if the new owner could keep up the garden theme of this area.
8 Farrell St Newburgh NY (RE/MAX Benchmark Realty) Asking Price: $289,000 Year Built: 1900 Size: 3,326 sq ft Taxes: $12,517 Neighborhood: Colonial Terraces Distance to NYC: 57.9 mi, 1 hour 2 mins Public Transportation: MetroNorth to Beacon, then take ferry, Transit Orange Bus Service Closest Roadways: 9W, I-87, I-84 Google Map
Here’s a lovely well maintained home in Colonial Terraces. From the looks of the pictures, it looks move in ready. It is located on a corner lot that has it’s own driveway and garage, very desirable in the City of Newburgh.
1 McKinstry St Newburgh NY (BHG Rand Realty) Asking Price: $149,900 Year Built: 1918 Size: 1,156 sq ft Taxes: $5,742 Neighborhood: Colonial Terraces Distance to NYC: 57.9 mi, 1 hour 2 mins Public Transportation: MetroNorth to Beacon, then take ferry, Transit Orange Bus Service Closest Roadways: 9W, I-87, I-84 Google Map
This is a nice large home just across the street from Colonial Terraces. The listing says that it has been well loved by a family for many decades. You can tell by the mix of styles in the interior. Overall, this would be a house for someone that wants to modernize a home to their taste, but that doesn’t want to do a gut job. You could probably live here while making changes. There is also 4 garage spaces, something very hard to come by in the city.
361 Third St Newburgh NY
Asking Price: $119,000
Year Built: 1920
Size: 2,136 sq ft
Neighborhood: Colonial Terraces
Taxes: $7,120
Distance to NYC: 58.1 mi, 1 hour 9 mins
Public Transportation: MetroNorth to Beacon, then take ferry across
Closest Roadways: 9W, I-87, I-84 Google Map