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$1,279,929$493 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $905,000 on Jul 13, 2017

259 HEMPSTEAD AVE

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570
3 / 2
Baths
2,598 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$905,000 · Jul 13, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,878 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$794 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$352
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$442
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$786
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$794,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyNASSAU
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Highway
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 198 ft²Porch · 36 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Southside Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Floyd B. Watson Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Southside High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Rockville Centre Union Free School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 11570These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.91

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,370
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,589 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$144,451
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$184,571
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

259 Hempstead Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Rockville Centre 11570
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Nassau County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Rockville Centre 11570
  • Older than 93% of homes in Nassau County

What homes are worth in Rockville Centre 11570

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$601K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Rockville Centre 11570.

How it measures up in Rockville Centre 11570

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockville Centre 11570.

Estimated value$1,279,929
CheaperTypical $975,544Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$493
CheaperTypical $486Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,598 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,057 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 259 Hempstead Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockville Centre 11570Nassau County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,279,92985% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49354% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than2,598 ft²77% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac94% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than192318% of homes7% of homes

About 259 Hempstead Ave

How much is 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY is $1,279,929 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,188,306 to $1,371,552. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY last sell?

259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY last sold on Jul 13, 2017 for $905,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY?

259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY has 3 bathrooms, 2,598 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY built?

259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY?

259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY is assigned to Southside Middle School (middle), rated B+; Floyd B. Watson Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Southside High School (high), rated A. All sit in Rockville Centre Union Free School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY compare to other homes in Rockville Centre 11570?

Among the 6,982 homes in Rockville Centre 11570, it is worth more than 85% of them ($1,279,929 against a typical $975,544), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($493 against a typical $486), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,598 ft² against a typical 2,057 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1923 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Nassau County, it is worth more than 83% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre, NY was $18,878. The county assessed it at $794.

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