19 South Cedar Street — Downtown Beacon, NY
Welcome to 19 South Cedar Street, a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in the heart of Downtown Beacon, ready for its next owner.
Located just two blocks from the center of Main Street, this inviting home offers a wonderful combination of original character, downtown convenience, and generous outdoor space. The property has been thoughtfully refreshed inside and out, including fresh interior paint, refinished hardwood floors, updated and stained trim, French drain improvements, and significant landscaping with new trees, shrubs, and perennials.
Set on a large corner lot in one of Beacon’s most sought-after areas, the home is a very short walk from Main Street’s shops, restaurants, cafés, groceries, farmers market, public library, flea markets, train station, and the many festivals and community events that make Beacon such a special place to live. It offers the energy and convenience of downtown while retaining the feel of a comfortable residential setting.
The home retains the warmth and character of an older Beacon property, including original woodwork details and beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout. Newer double-pane windows add comfort, while the walk-up attic and full basement—with good ceiling height—provide additional space and storage. The sunroom, deck, and wraparound porch offer inviting places to relax, entertain, or enjoy the seasons.
The outdoor setting is particularly special. The generous corner lot combines established plantings with extensive new landscaping that will continue to develop and mature over time. New trees, shrubs, and perennials complement the existing garden, creating a beautiful setting through the spring, summer, and fall. Having this much outdoor space within such an easy walk of Downtown Beacon is a rare combination.
The recent improvements were made to refresh and enhance the property while preserving its original character. At the same time, this is an older home, offering the opportunity many buyers appreciate: a comfortable, refreshed house with great character that can continue to evolve with its new owner. Whether you are happy with it as it is or have ideas for updating rooms, finishes, fixtures, or other details, there is room to make it uniquely yours.
If you’ve been looking for a home that combines Downtown Beacon walkability, original character, meaningful improvements, a large corner lot, and beautiful gardens, 19 South Cedar Street is well worth seeing in person. It offers a comfortable place to settle in now, with plenty of opportunity to continue making it your own.
Please email md@midlax.com with your name and a brief description of your interest. I generally respond within 24–48 hours, and often much sooner. Viewings are by appointment only. No phone calls, please.
Serious and qualified buyers and brokers are encouraged to inquire initially by email. Buyers without a broker are welcome to contact me directly; having a broker is not required.
Real estate brokers: There is a 1.0% commission if your signed client purchases the property.
The property is offered as-is. Information contained in this listing is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer/buyer’s agent is responsible for independently verifying all information.
For sale by owner
Price cut: $30K (10/1)
$695,000
19 S Cedar St, Beacon, NY 12508
3beds
1,752sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1920
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$397/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large corner lotOriginal characterWraparound porchRefinished hardwood floors throughoutFresh interior paintUpdated and stained trimNewer double-pane windows
What the owner loves about this home
What I love most about this house is the feeling it has when you walk through the door. It has the warmth and personality that can be hard to find in newer homes — original woodwork, beautiful hardwood floors, the sunroom, wraparound porch, and all those little details that give it a real sense of history and character. It feels like a genuine home with a story, rather than something designed to simply look like one.
I also love how much of Beacon is right outside your door. Being just two blocks from Main Street makes it easy to walk out for coffee, dinner, groceries, the farmers market, or an afternoon exploring the shops, and then come home to the quieter residential feel of South Cedar Street. That balance of walkability and a peaceful place to come home to is something I've especially appreciated.
The yard may be my favorite feature. The large corner lot gives the property a wonderful sense of space, and the gardens have become such an important part of its personality. With established plantings alongside new trees, shrubs, and perennials, there is always something changing with the seasons. It's a place to have coffee on the porch, relax on the deck, putter in the garden, or simply sit outside and enjoy the surroundings.
I love that the house also leaves room for its next owner to put their own stamp on it. The recent refresh provides a great foundation, while the character of the home gives you something special to build on. You can enjoy it as it is and gradually update rooms, finishes, and details to reflect your own taste and style.
Ultimately, what makes this property special to me is the way it brings together the things I love about Beacon: a walkable downtown, a comfortable residential neighborhood, a home full of character, and a garden that gives you a wonderful place to slow down and enjoy being home.
- 38 days
- 1,630
- 133
Listed by:
Property Owner (608) 698-0077
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat pump, Other, Radiant, Wall, Gas
Cooling
- Other, Wall
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,752 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off-street, On-street
Features
- Exterior features: Other, Stucco, Metal
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Mountain
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1302005954368878220000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Beacon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $397/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $451,800
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,670/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2026 | Price change | $695,000-4.1%$397/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2026 | Price change | $725,000+0.7%$414/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $720,000-8.7%$411/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Price change | $789,000+0.1%$450/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Price change | $788,000+0.4%$450/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $785,000+91%$448/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2022 | Sold | $411,000+2.8%$235/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 1/14/2022 | Pending sale | $400,000$228/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 12/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $400,000+100%$228/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 9/15/2009 | Sold | $200,000-4.3%$114/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2009 | Listed for sale | $209,000$119/sqft |
Source: CLARA YOUNG REALTY #276854 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $451,800 +6.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $424,200 +12.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $376,400 +10% |
| 2022 | -- | $342,200 +16% |
| 2021 | -- | $295,000 +29.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $228,100 |
| 2019 | -- | $228,100 +10% |
| 2018 | -- | $207,400 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,194 | $203,300 +3% |
| 2016 | -- | $197,400 +2% |
| 2015 | -- | $193,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $193,500 -2% |
| 2012 | -- | $197,400 -4% |
| 2011 | -- | $205,600 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $212,000 -7.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $230,000 -6.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $246,900 -3% |
| 2007 | -- | $254,500 +240.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $74,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $74,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $74,700 |
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