5 Vail Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

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5 Vail Road,Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
$729,900
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,628 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: jennifer stapleton
Office: houlihan lawrence inc.
MLS#:1059019
Source:OneKey MLS

Price summary

  • Price:$729,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$277.74

About this home

A remarkable blend of history, character and country living awaits on 2.24 park-like acres in the Town of LaGrange and within the Arlington School District. Built in 1869 by businessman and farmer James Howard, this distinctive 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Hudson River bracketed-style home was once part of a working farm with cattle, orchards and vegetable crops. Remarkably, in almost 160 years, the property has had only four owners, adding to the sense of history and legacy found here. A stunning front porch welcomes you into a home filled with period character, beautiful white pine floors throughout and thoughtful details reflecting the current owner’s artistic talent and eye for design. The gracious parlor/living room features a pellet stove, while the spacious dining room provides an inviting setting for gatherings. The kitchen is truly one of a kind, with beamed ceilings, a double farmhouse sink, commercial-grade Garland range, kitchen island and an extraordinary collection of antique...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1869
  • Listing ID #:1059019
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:October 06, 2026 at 04:46 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:9
  • Dining Description:Formal Dining
  • Kitchen Description:Chefs Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Refrigerator
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Unfinished
  • Living area:2,628 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Baseboard, Oil

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1869
  • Building area:2,628 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:2.24 Acres
  • Construction Materials:Frame

Schools

  • High school:Arlington High School
  • Middle school:Union Vale Middle School
  • Elementary school:Overlook Primary School

Utilities

  • Water:Well
  • Sewer:Septic Tank

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$729,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$277.74
  • Tax amount:$10,838 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Refrigerator
  • Amenities:Entrance Foyer, Storage
  • Pool features:In Ground

Parking

  • Parking description:Detached, Driveway, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:3
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