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$821,782$481 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $135,000 on Dec 9, 1997

26 HOWARD ST

WADING RIVER, NY 11792
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,708 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$822K
$750K low$893K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Dec 9, 1997
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$821,782
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$657,426

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,084 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$48,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$588,235

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.Ranch
CountySUFFOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Canal
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Riley Avenue SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.5 mi
H
Riverhead Senior High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.9 mi
M
Riverhead Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.1 mi

District: Riverhead Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 11792These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.677 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,954
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,367
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

26 Howard St 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 69% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Wading River 11792
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Wading River 11792
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Wading River 11792

What homes are worth in Wading River 11792

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

This home
$403K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Wading River 11792.

How it measures up in Wading River 11792

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wading River 11792.

Estimated value$821,782
CheaperTypical $801,365Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$481
CheaperTypical $393Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,708 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,076 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 26 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWading River 11792Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$821,78254% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48184% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,708 ft²32% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac34% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than195520% of homes23% of homes

About 26 Howard St

How much is 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY is $821,782 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $750,404 to $893,160. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY last sell?

26 Howard St, Wading River, NY last sold on Dec 9, 1997 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY?

26 Howard St, Wading River, NY has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,708 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY built?

26 Howard St, Wading River, NY was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY?

26 Howard St, Wading River, NY is assigned to Riley Avenue School (elementary), rated D; Riverhead Senior High School (high), rated C-; Riverhead Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Riverhead Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY compare to other homes in Wading River 11792?

Among the 3,276 homes in Wading River 11792, it is worth more than 54% of them ($821,782 against a typical $801,365), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($481 against a typical $393), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,708 ft² against a typical 2,076 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1955 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 69% 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 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 26 Howard St, Wading River, NY was $10,084. The county assessed it at $48,000.

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