Welcome to this beautifully maintained detached Center Hall Colonial located in the desirable Beechhurst section of Whitestone. This spacious home offers 6 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, featuring a bright living room, a formal dining room, and an updated eat-in kitchen with quality cabinetry and modern appliances. Hardwood floors, central air conditioning, and abundant natural light enhance the home's inviting interior.
The fully finished basement provides flexible space for recreation, a home office, fitness, or additional storage. Situated on an approximately 6,200 sq. ft. lot, the property also includes private parking, a generous backyard, and mature landscaping.
Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, schools, major highways, and public transportation, this home offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with easy access to everyday amenities. A must-see property with exceptional space and versatility.
For sale
Price cut: $100K (8/6)
$1,650,000
609 161st Street, Whitestone, NY 11357
6beds
2,472sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1924
6,209 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$667/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Abundant natural lightGenerous backyardPrivate parkingCentral air conditioningFormal dining roomHardwood floorsMature landscaping
- 44 days |
- 853 |
- 31 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tru International Realty Corp 929-608-9600,
Guang Yang Li 917-681-8683,
Xian Zheng 347-439-9466,
Tru International Realty Corp
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1024544
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,472
- Total interior livable area: 2,472 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Water Access
Lot
- Size: 6,209 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 045740018
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Beechhurst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $667/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $97,860
- Annual tax amount: $12,798
- Date on market: 7/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 45 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Price change | $1,650,000-5.7%$667/sqft |
Source:  OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1024544 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+3400%$708/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1024544 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2021 | Sold | $50,000-96%$20/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2019 | Sold | $1,250,000-7.1%$506/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L3045468 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2018 | Pending sale | $1,345,000$544/sqft |
Source: E Realty International Corp Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2018 | Price change | $1,345,000-3.2%$544/sqft |
Source: E Realty International Corp Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2018 | Price change | $1,389,000-2.7%$562/sqft |
Source: E Realty International Corp Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2018 | Price change | $1,428,000-1.4%$578/sqft |
Source: Carollo Real Estate Inc #3000658 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,448,000+59.1%$586/sqft |
Source: Carollo Real Estate Inc #3000658 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2017 | Sold | $910,000-11.2%$368/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L2908985 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2017 | Pending sale | $1,025,000$415/sqft |
Source: Daniel Gale Sotheby's #46434678 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,025,000+10249900%$415/sqft |
Source: Daniel Gale Associates Inc #2908985 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2013 | Sold | $10 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2010 | Sold | $10-100% |
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| 9/28/2007 | Sold | $425,000$172/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $93,480 +19.8% |
| 2024 | -- | $78,000 -2.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $80,160 +20% |
| 2022 | -- | $66,780 -6.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $71,460 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $11,376 +2% | $70,140 -9.2% |
| 2019 | $11,149 +7% | $77,280 +55.2% |
| 2018 | $10,418 +8.1% | $49,803 +5.3% |
| 2017 | $9,641 +23.5% | $47,294 +5.6% |
| 2016 | $7,804 | $44,788 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Whitestone
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Ps 193 Alfred J KennedyGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Jhs 194 William CarrGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10World Journalism Preparatory: A College Board SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ps 193 Alfred J Kennedy
- Middle: Jhs 194 William Carr
- High: Bayside High School
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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