Historic Homes in Westchester County

Given the rich history of the area, Historic Homes in Westchester County are a real treasure to local residents.

Some Historic Homes in Westchester County date as far back to the 1600’s when the area was originally settled by European farmers. The Industrial Age saw the construction of grand estate homes, many of which serve as local museums today.

Since the 1960’s, all over the United States, there has been a greater emphasis on historic preservation. The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the Nation’s official list of cultural resources that are significant in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, and culture and are worthy of preservation. Westchester County has many buildings and homes on theNational Register of Historic Places.  There are also many Historic Districts in Westchester County listed on the Registry.

On a State level, New York’s State Historic Preservation Office helps communities identify, evaluate, preserve, and revitalize their historic, archaeological, and cultural resources. Westchester County, through the Planning Department, also maintains an inventory of local properties that have been identified to have historical significance. Local organizations such as the Westchester Historical Society work to document and preserve local history and they are active participants in the protection of Westchester’s important historic buildings, districts and landscapes. Historical Society materials are held in the Westchester County Archives, a central repository for the historical public records of Westchester County dating back to 1680, maintained by the County’s Department of Information Technology.

Nominations for these registries are usually made by individual owners, neighborhood associations, historical societies or local governments. Whether nominations originate at a local or state level, all must be approved by a state governmental entity first and are then forwarded to Washington, DC, for final approval and listing in the National Register. Here is a full list of Properties Currently Listed in all Three Registries where you can view all of the Historic Homes in Westchester County on the registry.

Not very often do homes come on the market for sale in Westchester County that are listed on either a Local, State or National Historic Registry. If you are considering owning Registry home or you would like to get your home listed on the registry, know that it does come with some obligation. Although there are no restrictions placed on private owners of registered properties if they choose to sell, alter or dispose of their property, the local community will likely have an opinion. And there may be some local ordinances in which to be aware . Read More Here.

In general, a home must be at least 50 years old to be eligible for consideration on the National Registry. There are many, many homes in Westchester County older than 50 years, but it takes significant effort to prove a long list of other criteria to be eligible. It’s certainly not for every homeowner and is often taken on by non-profit preservation groups for properties or sites with great historical significance.

Many people simply like owning an old home, whether it is of documented historical significance or not. There are many Historic Homes in Westchester County that are not necessarily registered, but do possess an important link to the area’s past. Whether you are seeking to preserve part of our rich local history or you just like the feeling of an old home, it can’t be denied that old homes offer a charm and character that you can’t find in most new construction; although there are builders now days seeking to recreate the craftsmanship and character of old homes.

If you are dreaming of owning a Historic Home in Westchester County, here are some properties currently on the market for sale. Click on the link below to view available properties for sale in Westchester County that were built before 1930. You can revise the search to narrow down to specific areas or prices. Or just give us a call, we’d be happy to help you find your dream home!

Historic Homes For Sale in Westchester County River Towns

At AMCB Westchester, we are proudly offering a unique Westchester Historic Home for Sale at 2 Beechwood Way in Briarcliff Manor. This home is one of three opulent townhomes in the luxurious Frank A. Vanderlip Mansion designed by esteemed Architect William Welles Bosworth in 1904. Situated on 34 magnificent acres of Hudson River Valley property, the breathtaking, meticulously maintained grounds were designed by the famed landscape architect of Central Park, Frederick Law Olmstead. These residences are truly unique and steeped in local history. In fact a portion of the Estate dates back to 1778.

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