29 Center DR Douglaston, NY 11363
6 Beds
3 Baths
5,000 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,000 sqft
Price per Sqft $860
MLS Listing ID 941527
Style Other
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $650/ann
HOA Y/N Yes
Rental Info No
Year Built 1850
Annual Tax Amount $17,716
Lot Size 0.422 Acres
Acres 0.4224
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source onekey2
Property Description
Its traditional clapboard siding, and Doric-columned front and rear porches give the house its unmistakable historic character.
As you enter this home, you cannot miss the grand foyer, elegant, stunningly large and featuring 13 ft ceilings accented by original Plaster crown trim.
Thoughtfully updated for contemporary living, this historic home now features 3 zone Geothermal Heat and central air conditioning, a modern high-efficiency heating system, and a fully renovated chef's kitchen featuring Stainless Steel appliances, Traulsen Refrigerator, Subzero freezer, 48” Thermador Stove & matching Vent and Bosch dishwasher. wrapped in oversized windows that flood the space with natural light throughout the day.
A discreetly installed full-size elevator blends seamlessly into the interior design—so subtle that most visitors would never know it's there unless shown. Throughout the home, ten beautifully detailed fireplaces, each with its own character, create warmth, ambiance, and a uniquely inviting atmosphere in every major room.
The finished basement offers a spacious area, ample storage, and a custom wine room, all crafted with the same level of care and taste found throughout the home.
The expansive dining area welcomes gatherings of any size, framed by large windows and multiple fireplaces that create a truly memorable setting. Just off the dining area, a cozy sitting room with an additional fireplace offers a warm place to unwind.
Adjacent to the chef's kitchen is a pantry, a conveniently located half bath, and direct access to the home's porch and patio, making indoor-outdoor living effortless.
With six bedrooms—each featuring its own fireplace and original wood flooring, this home offers a level of character and distinction rarely found. The second floor includes two full bathrooms, thoughtfully positioned to serve the bedroom suites.
The top floor provides access to the iconic octagonal cupola, which crowns this 2.5-story structure and stands as a rare architectural flourish lovingly preserved for generations. From here, elevated views stretch across the property and neighborhood. Approved plans are in place for new patio deck off the kitchen & to raise the cupola's roof, offering exciting potential for future enhancement. Douglas Manor is more than a place to live—it's a lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to a private dock, playground, community security, and a genuine sense of neighborly connection that has made this area a “forever home” for many. Just blocks away, the historic Douglaston Club offers full catering services, year-round restaurant dining, and amenities including tennis, pool, bowling, and a robust calendar of events and holiday celebrations. Convenience surrounds you with close proximity to the Long Island Rail Road, major highways, schools (Queens Public Sch. Dist. 26), shops, and more. Douglas Manor has an association fee, The Douglas Manor Association fee is $650 per year, supporting the maintenance of the private dock, playground, security, and common landscaped areas including the waterfront along famous Shore Rd. This property is historically known as The Allen-Beville House (google it) and was given landmark status by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission and the National Register of Historic Places.
Location
State NY
County Queens
Rooms
Basement Finished, Full, See Remarks, Walk-Out Access
Interior
Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s), Chefs Kitchen, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, High Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Open Kitchen, Original Details, Pantry
Heating Forced Air, Geothermal
Cooling Geothermal, Zoned
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 10
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
Laundry In Basement
Exterior
Parking Features Attached, Driveway, Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Trash Collection Public, Water Connected
Amenities Available Basketball Court, Boat Dock, Landscaping, Park, Playground, Powered Boats Allowed, Security
Total Parking Spaces 4
Garage true
Private Pool No
Building
Sewer Cesspool
Water Public
Structure Type Clapboard
Schools
Elementary Schools Ps 98 Douglaston School
Middle Schools Jhs 67 Louis Pasteur
High Schools Queens 26
School District Queens 26
Others
Senior Community No
Special Listing Condition None