1657 River Rd Damascus, PA 18415
Estimated payment $6,141/month
Total Views
23,926
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,669
Sq Ft
$272
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- River Access
- River View
- Colonial Architecture
- The property is located in a historic district
- 3.57 Acre Lot
- Dining Room with Fireplace
About This Home
The Otto Appley House - 1657 River RoadStep back in time while living fully in the present at this rare grand dame of the Delaware River, the Otto Appley House. Built in 1900 for the Appley family of physicians, this 5BR/2BA, 3,669 sq ft Colonial Revival residence is individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Steeped in history yet thoughtfully modernized, the home embodies the perfect blend of preservation and contemporary comfort.The home's wrap-around porch floats above your own private 500 feet of Delaware River frontage, offering front-row seats to one of the area's most iconic landscapes. Inside, period character meets invisible modernization: gleaming hardwood floors, Andersen divided-light windows, original storm windows, and high-efficiency upgrades like a Navien propane combi-boiler, LG ArtCool ductless mini-splits, and blown-in dense-pack cellulose insulation. Warmth and ambiance flow from two Kozy-Heat gas fireplaces, ensuring three sources of efficient winter comfort.The second floor offers four bedrooms--each with its own sink--plus a smartly configured bath with recirculating hot water. The third floor, reimagined from attic to living space in 2021, now hosts two sound-insulated office suites with in-floor power, ethernet, Velux skylights, and closed-cell spray foam insulation.Beyond the main house, the property boasts a new 2,000 sq ft climate-controlled garage with 13-foot ceilings, dual EV chargers, and expansive upstairs storage. Outbuildings include a rehabbed well house, a summer kitchen with panoramic eagle's-nest views (plus architectural plans for further expansion), and terraced grounds with an oversized 8-foot fire pit overlooking the river.Whether launching kayaks from your private access, fishing steps from your porch, or floating downriver to Narrowsburg, this property delivers the quintessential Upper Delaware lifestyle. All major systems--from new driveway and drainage to a whole-house Generac generator--
Listing Agent
Keller Williams Realty Hudson Valley United License #RSR000967 Listed on: 09/15/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,819
Year Built
- Built in 1900 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 3.57 Acre Lot
- River Front
- Property fronts a county road
- Landscaped
- Lot Sloped Up
- Few Trees
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Property Views
- River
- Trees
- Hills
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,669 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- High Ceiling
- Skylights
- Propane Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Home Office
- Finished Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Instant Hot Water
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Washer and Dryer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
Outdoor Features
- River Access
- Fire Pit
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Outdoor Storage
- Outbuilding
- Rain Gutters
- Front Porch
Location
- The property is located in a historic district
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heat Pump System
- Underground Utilities
- 200+ Amp Service
- Power Generator
- Propane
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Tankless Water Heater
- Cesspool
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 07-0-0207-0068
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Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,842 | $477,200 | $201,000 | $276,200 |
| 2025 | $8,608 | $477,200 | $201,000 | $276,200 |
| 2024 | $8,169 | $477,200 | $201,000 | $276,200 |
| 2023 | $11,326 | $477,200 | $201,000 | $276,200 |
| 2022 | $6,471 | $246,200 | $84,500 | $161,700 |
| 2021 | $6,338 | $246,200 | $84,500 | $161,700 |
| 2020 | $6,338 | $246,200 | $84,500 | $161,700 |
| 2019 | $5,946 | $246,200 | $84,500 | $161,700 |
| 2018 | $5,776 | $246,200 | $84,500 | $161,700 |
| 2017 | $1,541 | $246,200 | $84,500 | $161,700 |
| 2016 | $5,476 | $246,200 | $84,500 | $161,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $246,200 | $84,500 | $161,700 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/14/2026 05/14/26 | Price Changed | $997,000 | -12.9% | $272 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/28/2026 03/28/26 | Price Changed | $1,145,000 | -4.2% | $312 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/15/2025 09/15/25 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | +99.2% | $326 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/21/2020 12/21/20 | Sold | $600,000 | -7.6% | $257 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/02/2020 11/02/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/17/2020 09/17/20 | For Sale | $649,000 | +123.8% | $278 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/22/2013 10/22/13 | Sold | $290,000 | -3.0% | $116 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/02/2013 10/02/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/20/2013 09/20/13 | For Sale | $299,000 | -- | $120 / Sq Ft |
Source: Pike/Wayne Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $290,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
From a dynamic 25 year career in the global fashion world working with masters like Emanuel Ungaro, Valentino, Saint Laurent, Leonard, Barry has transplanted to the peace and tranquility of the Catskills Delaware River Valley to the hamlet of Narrowsburg where he has found a new life in real estate, helping buyers, sellers, families and small business owners find their own special place in this lovely area to grow and thrive.
Barry brings his business experience, knowledge and service to
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Source: Pike/Wayne Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: PWBPW253077
APN: 007165
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