What Does A Breathtaking View From A Rooftop Deck Cost? How Much House Looks At 4 Homes

ACROSS AMERICA — If a rooftop patio is your zen place, consider it a valuable add-on to these well-appointed homes and townhomes that offer breathtaking views of notable landmarks, both natural and man-made.

This week for, How Much House, we look at rooftop terraces and patios on townhomes in a couple of urban areas, Washington, D.C., and New York City, and open-air spaces topping detached residences in Rhode Island and Washington State.

If you don’t want your neighbor’s chatter and smells — food on the grill, smokes or who knows what — to waft your way, the first two of our featured properties are the way to go. In dense cities, rooftop privacy could come at a sensory cost.

The estimated monthly cost to live in each of the featured properties is based on a 20 percent down payment and a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at current rates. It includes property taxes, insurance and associated fees.

Washington | $3,995,000

7000 SE Riverside Drive, Vancouver
Listed by: Lori Anderson Benson | RE/MAX Equity Group
Square feet: 7,373
Acres: 0.80
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 7 (6 full)
Year built: 2001
Estimated annual property taxes: $29,563
Estimated monthly cost to live here: $22,793

The rooftop garden of this estate provides 360-degree views of the gorgeous Columbia River, the peaks of Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, and Mount Adams, and other stunning views in Vancouver. A second-story deck with an outdoor kitchen stretches from one end of the house to the other overlooks a large backyard patio with a heated in-ground pool with a pour-over spa and a water feature that complements a more lavish water feature in the front. That one includes a footbridge, waterfall and rock bubblers.

This house drips luxury. An elevator provides easy access to the three floors for those who don’t want to ascend from a sparkling white staircase. The primary suite has a cedar-lined walk-in closet, a valet area and an adjacent laundry room, plus double baths and a gas fireplace.

The den is lined with custom wood built-ins and has a sunken captain’s wet bar, and the home theater has a 130-inch screen, a laser high-def projector and surround sound. There’s a built-in wine cellar, of course. The current owners put $2.2 million into remodeling a couple of years ago. Peek inside for more photos.

Rhode Island | $1,500,000

70 Pierce St., East Greenwich
Listed by: Dean Benjamin | RE/MAX Professionals
Square feet: 4,700
Acres: 0.19
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 4 (2 full)
Year built: 1896
Estimated annual property taxes: $11,100
Estimated monthly cost to live here: $8,638

East Greenwich’s history is steeped in this iconic residence in the desirable Hill & Harbor neighborhood. Built as St. Luke’s Parish House in 1896, it is a stately example of shingle-style architecture. The right buyer, according to the listing, will be more than a property owner and serve as a steward for the next generation. The 10-foot ceilings, hardwoods, pocket doors and high-end craftsmanship of a bygone era of quality, it says.

The rooftop deck overlooks the town and Narragansett Bay and is perfect for entertaining. The most unique feature is a third-floor choir loft with soaring 20+-foot ceilings with exposed architectural beams. It even has a stage in the same gleaming wood of the floors in the great hall.

East- and west-facing windows offer breathtaking sunrises over the bay and sunsets over the neighboring Varnum House museum.

The “ulra-luxe” kitchen features a separate catering kitchen with a pantry, prep sink and second dishwasher. The primary suite has an elegant marble bathroom with a soaking tub, three closets and water views.

An electric vehicle charging station updates this timeless classic. The property has a two-car garage, an updated roof and a winter gardening room. Peek inside for more photos.

District of Columbia | $4,500,000

3550 Whitehaven Parkway NW, Washington
Listed by: Fouad Talout | McLean
Square feet: 3,954
Acres: 0.05
Bedrooms: 5
Baths: 6 (5 full)
Year built: 2023 (rebuild)
Estimated annual property taxes: $33,300
Estimated monthly cost to live here: $25,658

The expansive rooftop deck of this totally rebuilt four-level townhome in the heart of Georgetown affords breathtaking views of the Washington Monument and other iconic landmarks in the nation’s capital. The deck is accessible from a spiral staircase on the balcony of the primary suite, which consumes the entire second floor and has a dreamy luxury bath with a steam shower and jetted spa tub.

The private balcony is one of a handful in this townhome that combines both indoor and outdoor living. The main level of the home has a gourmet kitchen with quartz counters, a large island with bar seating and the usual array of stainless steel appliances, including a beverage cooler and built-in microwave and dishwasher.

The main level has 11-foot ceilings, a separate dining room, a guest powder room and living room, where a ribbon gas fireplace is a focal point. A large deck off the living room has a staircase descending to the stone patio.

The lower level has a large recreation room, another bedroom with a full bath and laundry room, and a walkout to the patio.

What’s more, it comes with a rare, legally approved carriage house studio apartment in the rear with its own address and a one-car garage. The carriage house has a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a full bath, a bedroom and a den with a laundry closet. Peek inside for more photos.

New York | $1,675,000

260 W. 10th St. 1W, New York City
Listed by: Kyle Gregory | Engel & Volkers Brooklyn Dumbo
Square feet: not available
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Year built: 1897
Estimated annual property taxes: $12,395
Estimated monthly cost to live here: $9,631

Renovations in this charming, recently renovated mezzanine triplex include a makeover to the rooftop deck that looks down on some of the city’s best nightlife.

The unit for sale in this co-op building has a private entrance and is rich with quintessential Greenwich Village architectural detail and has exposed brick and oversized windows that let the sun stream in. The main level has 13-foot ceilings, a working fireplace, a full bath and a comfortable seating area.

The kitchen has a large pantry, tumbled slate floors, stone countertops and reclaimed hemlock cabinets. Right off the kitchen is a formal dining room that makes entertaining a breeze.

The mezzanine is large and versatile. It can be converted to another bedroom, an office or a media room, and has additional storage closets.

The king-sized primary bedroom suite on the lower level has an ensuite full bath, a walk-in closet and oversized windows.

This property has a townhome feel but without the price tag. Built as a stable in 1897, the building was converted to a co-op in 1974. The pet-friendly building has been well-maintained over the years, according to the listing. On-site uncovered parking is provided, along with on-site laundry facilities. Peek inside for more photos.

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