A Second-Empire in Hudson: Pristine property, under a million.

  |  March 20, 2025

Beautiful mansard roof.

The city of Hudson is known for its varied house styles, hence its nickname as a “dictionary of architecture.” Today’s Upstater pick fits right in.

This Second-Empire-style house’s mansard roof has an adjoining tower that climbs a story higher and has bullseye dormer windows. The classic curves of the roof are sheathed in slate. Elaborate trim figuratively drips from every surface, including on the front door and portico.

We’re glad the newel post, rail, and spindles aren’t whitewashed.

A black walnut staircase gently curves up to the second floor.

Like many other rooms in the house, the hall is illuminated by a chandelier.

The staircase is fully carpeted.

Many an elegant party was held here, we’d bet.

Swirly plaster onlays decorate the wall at ceiling height in these twin parlors. The marble fireplace is fully functional. All the ceilings on the main level are 12 feet tall.

We like the cornice above the bay-window alcove.

The dining room, with a bay window, is painted leafy green.

The neutral color scheme is easy to work with.

The kitchen is thoroughly modern, with white cabinets lining nearly every wall. A center island holds a gas range.

A main-floor laundry is handy.

The half bath has vanity counters that nearly match the ones in the kitchen. It shares space with a stacked washer/dryer.

What a cute home-office space.

The listing says the house has three bedrooms and a sitting room or library, all on the second floor. This room has a wall of built-in shelves.

This room pays homage to classic Victorian detail.

The primary bedroom has a sitting room adjacent to it. The hardwood flooring shines, and the walls and ceiling are painted in complementary colors.

The shower is perfect for workday mornings; the tub, for slow weekends.

This bathroom has a jetted tub and a separate shower; a vanity with a sculptural sink was made from a vintage dresser.

A mansard roof means angled walls on the second floor.

Red is the color of choice in this room, which has vintage shutters on the windows.

The walls curve in an interesting way.

This room is similar, only it’s blue.

Tastefully modern conveniences are a bonus in an older home.

The other bath has a shower stall and another dresser-turned-vanity.

Loft space means even more room.

A detached garage has two bay doors.

The exterior on the back is much less ornate than the front and sides.

The back porch has a pergola roof and overlooks a yard that includes professionally designed gardens.

The dormers and bay window cast pretty shadows.

The house is like a thickly iced wedding cake. Less than a half-mile from Warren Street, it’s a 10-minute stroll for a bun and coffee at Banque. Plus, unlike some other properties in Hudson, its price point comes in at under a million.

If this Second-Empire in Hudson is your first choice, find out more about 517-519 Washington Street, Hudson, from Peggy Lampman, owner/broker, Peggy Lampman Real Estate.

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