E.B. White's Former Westchester Home Hits The Market For $2.8M

MOUNT VERNON, NY — If you've ever had your eye on the historic mansion on Summit Ave. in Mount Vernon, the former home of famous American author E.B. White, best known for writing the children's classic books, "Charlotte's Web" and "Stuart Little," your chance is finally here.

The listing, by Helen Sobota Diaz of R New York, invites buyers to "indulge in the finest of elegant luxury living by calling this unique, modern and impressive mansion your home."

According to the listing, the newly renovated 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom, 5,000-sq.-ft. house, originally built in 1905, on .35 acres, features "exuberant moldings," custom-designed marble-like floors, "extravagant chandliers that highlight the grand entrance and the foyer," high ceilings, a formal living room with a fireplace and wet bar, a family room with a "spectacular fireplace," a grand dining room with a "beautiful chandelier," a private den surrounded by a glass wall, complete with "beautiful chandeliers," and a custom-designed kitchen with a separate entry for staff and deliveries. The home is described as being "bright and full of natural light," with four bedrooms on the second floor and two bedrooms on the open concept third floor. The double-sink bathrooms have walk-in showers. A large detached garage is included. The property has its own 9-foot-deep private well with new pumps, which can be used to irrigate the property for free.

The home is zoned to the Mount Vernon school district and annual taxes are estimated to be $14,954.

See full details and photos of the property here.