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$5,500,000

For Sale - Active
161 Buxton Rd, Bedford Hills, NY 10507
6 Beds
6 Baths
6,000 Square Feet
11.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1795
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 2 hours ago
Updated: Aug 14, 2025 at 04:48AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$27,655
Cap Rate
0.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-26.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.01
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-21.3%

Property Description


11.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1795
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Offered for the first time in 35 years, Buxton Pond Farm is a rare and distinguished offering in the heart of Bedford Hills. Spanning 11 acres of rolling meadows, specimen gardens, and spring-fed waters, this historic gentleman’s farm reflects a blend of timeless elegance and meaningful provenance, set just minutes from the train station , local shops, schools and only 40 miles from Manhattan. At the center of the property stands a distinguished 1795 Colonial residence, meticulously preserved and exuding quiet sophistication. With six bedrooms and five full baths, the home features wide board pine floors, original fireplaces, a wood shingle roof and classic clapboard exterior. Gracious rooms offer garden views and open onto lawns anchored by heirloom rose beds and rare botanical specimens. The estate is further enriched by a stunning pool oasis, framed by rolling lawns and flowering borders. A suite of historic structures adds unmatched character and functionality, an 8-stall barn with a 2 bedroom private residence, a detached three-car garage, an antique chicken house and a greenhouse with attached office. The 1790 schoolhouse, now the oldest surviving in Bedford Hills, has been fully restored in 2023 and stands as a tribute to the property’s layered past. Buxton Pond Farm has long been a sanctuary for notable American visionaries. It was the country home of DeWitt Clinton, former Governor of New York and architect of the Erie Canal. David Hosack, botanist and physician to Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr, also left his imprint here through his botanical collaborations with Clinton. In the 20th century, the property was home to pioneering television actress and writer Gertrude Berg, who chronicled her life at the farm in the acclaimed 2009 documentary Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg. Additionally, this land once served as a stop on the Underground Railroad, with historic stone walls offering refuge to those seeking freedom. Today, Buxton Pond Farm continues its spirit of contribution through the Buxton Pond Farm Center. This learning hub offers immersive programming in herbalism, botany, and permaculture. In partnership with the Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry, the Center's “Growing Field” initiative supplies fresh produce to local families in need—bridging past and present through purposeful living. This is not just a residence, it is an opportunity to steward a living legacy. Elegant, historically significant, and culturally rich, Buxton Pond Farm is one of Bedford’s most iconic properties.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 6

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 5
  • # of Baths (Total): 6.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 14
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Pool: Yes

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Rural/Agricultural

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 55200072.712
  • Lot Size: 479160 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1795

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $55,258

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Private, Well
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Westchester

Listing Details


Listed by:
Kristine L. Blake
Sotheby's International Realty
(203) 536-2743

Source:
OneKey MLS
MLS#: 877135
OneKey MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$27,655
Cap Rate
0.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-26.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.01
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-21.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$5,500,000
Amount financed:
-$4,400,000
Down payment:
$1,100,000
Closing costs:
$165,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$1,265,000
Square feet:
6,000
Cost per square foot:
$917
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.15

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$4,400,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.500%
Principal & interest:
$27,811
Property tax:
$4,605
Insurance:
$483
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$32,899

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$6,900 $82,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$414 -$4,968
Operating income:
$6,486 $77,832

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (67%)
67%-$4,605-$55,259
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$483-$5,796
Property management: (8%)
8%-$552-$6,624
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$345-$4,140
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$345-$4,140
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (92%)
92%-$6,330-$75,959

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$156 $1,872
Mortgage payments:
-$27,811 -$333,732
Cash flow:
$27,655 $331,860