196 N Kensico Avenue, White Plains, NY 10604

$625,000
2
BD
1
BA
1,080
SqFt

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Sold Price
$625,000
Days on Market
8
Closing Date
Jul 22, 2026
MLS#
989190
Status
CLOSED
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year Built
1944
Property Tax
$8,938
Neighborhood
White Plains
School District
White Plains
High School
White Plains Senior High School
Jr. High
White Plains Middle School
Elementary School
White Plains (Controlled Parents Choice)

Property Description

Welcome to this charming, move-in ready 2-bedroom home at 196 Kensico Avenue in the desirable Westminster Ridge neighborhood of White Plains, where comfort, convenience, and lifestyle come together beautifully. From the moment you arrive, the home’s inviting curb appeal, welcoming front porch, and warm character make an immediate impression. Enjoy slow mornings sipping coffee on the porch while listening to the sounds of nature, or unwinding after a long day in the peaceful outdoor spaces including a fenced in yard. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, investor, looking to right-size, or searching for the perfect weekend escape from the city, this special home checks all the boxes, including the added bonus of low taxes. Inside, gleaming wood floors and sun-filled spaces create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The stunning updated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, thoughtfully designed with stylish modern finishes and everyday functionality in mind. Just off the kitchen, step outside to the adorable two-tiered fenced yard, the perfect setting for summer entertaining, gardening, dining al fresco, or simply relaxing outdoors. A comfortable living/family room completes the first floor, offering the ideal space to gather with family and friends. Upstairs, the home features a primary bedroom, an additional second bedroom, and an updated hall bathroom. The spacious walk-out basement provides flexible bonus space ideal for a gym, home office, recreation room, or additional storage, adapting easily to your lifestyle needs. Parking is easy with a one-car detached garage adding extra convenience. The energy-efficient ductless heating and cooling system offers personalized comfort with individual room controls, allowing you to heat or cool only the spaces you use while helping keep utility costs manageable. The home is fully electric, with the exception of the gas stove in the kitchen. There is a side entrance through the fenced in backyard off the driveway with less steps. Ideally located just 1.1 miles from the White Plains Metro-North Station, approximately a 5-minute drive (or quick walk), commuters can reach Grand Central Terminal in under 40 minutes. Enjoy easy access to vibrant downtown White Plains, filled with endless shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday conveniences right at your fingertips.

Additional Information

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Square Footage
1,080
Acres
0.14
Parking
Detached, Driveway, Garage
Basement
Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry
In Basement
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Ductless
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

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Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Francie F. Malina (francie.malina@compass.com) from Listing Office: Compass Greater NY, LLC.

Selling Office: Howard Hanna Rand Realty.

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