Historic Colonial Revival

The James D. Keith House — Poughkeepsie, NY

The Hudson Valley! Standing tall as a crown jewel of the City of Poughkeepsie Academy Street Historic District, this majestic c. 1900 landmark is a masterclass in classic New York craftsmanship. Designed by Poughkeepsie’s own Percival M. Lloyd (protégé of the famed Arnout Cannon, Jr.), the home seamlessly weaves Colonial Revival elegance with whimsical Victorian charm, serving as a soaring testament to the Queen City’s industrial legacy.

• Price: $475,000
• Beds/Baths: 4 beds, 2.5 baths
• Square Footage: 3325
• Year Built: c. 1900
• Sale Type: This property is being sold AS-IS

Why We Love It

The home’s craftsmanship greets you the moment you step past the crystal-lined vestibule. Inside, a transformative entry hall is anchored by a sweeping staircase, beautifully bathed in the kaleidoscopic glow of a cathedral-scale stained glass window.

On the main level, three sets of massive, original pocket doors allow you to effortlessly curate the architectural flow. You can seclude the tower parlor for intimate, late-night conversation, or throw open the expanse to the living room, where a cozy wood-burning stove and elegant French doors lead directly out to a classic covered porch. Pull up a chair and look out over the grounds; the kitchen and butler’s pantry overlook a tiered, east-facing landscape shaded by the magnificent canopy of a champion copper beech tree.

Follow the grand staircase up to a gallery balcony overlooking the entry hall below. This level features four spacious bedrooms, plus a den/office, and two baths, but the real showstopper is the west-facing tower room. It boasts an intricate arched beam structure leading to a domed alcove ceiling—the absolute perfect vantage point for watching Hudson River sunsets. The sun-drenched south elevation is equally dreamy, complete with Juliet balconies and a primary suite warmed by a recently relined Rumford fireplace.

The Potential

Looking for a project? The potential here is entirely unbounded. A separate entrance leads to an untapped, 1,500-square-foot third-floor loft featuring breathtaking cathedral ceilings and a unique radial Juliet balcony, just waiting to be transformed into an artist’s studio or a jaw-dropping primary suite. Down below, an additional 1,500 square feet in the basement offers a ”subterranean” canvas for an industrial-chic creative flex space.

The Location

Perfectly positioned to experience the Poughkeepsie renaissance, this home is just a short stroll from local amenities, half a mile from Vassar Brothers Medical Center, and a mile from the Metro-North station for a seamless commute to NYC. Best of all, you’re just 30 minutes from the Mohonk Preserve, an hour from the Catskills, and two hours from Saratoga Springs. It’s a rare opportunity to steward a cherished local landmark while creating its next chapter in one of the Hudson Valley’s most vibrant river cities!