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Diamond in the Rough, Millbrook

Diamond in the Rough, Millbrook published on 8 Comments on Diamond in the Rough, Millbrook

This had me at hello. I was perusing the Dutchess County MLS yesterday, just because, when I found this beauty. Call it what you will: Diamond in the Rough, Handy Man Special, Fixer Upper. But I’m in love.

The abandoned home sits on nearly 2 acres in chichi Millbrook. It was built in 1976. Yeah, 1976! Doesn’t it look like an old farm house? I know!

There were other houses up in that neck of the woods that have been better taken care of, but I’m always attracted to the underdog. Is there something wrong with me? I mean, I look at it and want to save it. I look at it and see an awesome friggin bargain. But then I wonder if my elevator doesn’t go to the top floor.

So, here’s the thing…For $159k (Oh yeah, did I mention that?) you’re not buying the house as much as that incredible property. Have a look at the photos below so you know what I’m talking about. Huh? Huh?

Seriously, I’m up there all next week and I’m gonna have myself a look at it. Wanna come with? Contact me. I might need help fighting off the family of raccoons living in the bathroom. (Just kidding! Maybe.)


8 Comments

Oh yeah, I didn’t think of dead animals. Only live ones.

I’m only familiar with the Village of Millbrook and the winery. I looked at a map and some other listings. This place might be on the wrong side of the tracks, if there’s such a thing in Millbrook. I’ll look anyway! Day trip, Judy??

Love the blog. But, can’t agree with you on this one…it looks like it was built in 1976. I can see the vinyl siding from here…and look at those casement windows. No way that is vintage. Too wide vs. long. Proportions are off…and that property…yeah it’s nice if you wanna come back with 2 or 3 tick-borne diseases.

Judd, it’s clear the house needs to be renovated. Until I see it in person, I can’t make a call whether or not it’s worth renovating.

Unfortunately, tick borne diseases are a fact of life in that neck of the woods. As freaked out and angry I am about losing my dog to Lyme disease, it won’t stop me from going to the country. Hey, you can catch something anywhere or slip in your tub. Can’t stop living!

BB, do you know the area or did you look at a satellite photo? I saw some multi families and townhouses listed. Going to be interesting to see in person!

PS: Looove the tiles!!

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