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$1,595,000$597 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $715,000 on Aug 2, 2017

278 WAVERLY AVE

EAST ROCKAWAY, NY 11518
4
Baths
2,671 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$715,000 · Aug 2, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,655 (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.$660 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$682
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$660,000

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.56 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.60%
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.0.22
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.Slate
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 164 ft²Patio · 443 ft²Porch · 42 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.

E
Waverly Park SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Lynbrook South Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Lynbrook Senior High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Lynbrook Union Free School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 11518These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,947
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,163 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$108,669
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,163
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

278 Waverly 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in East Rockaway 11518
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in East Rockaway 11518
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in East Rockaway 11518
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in East Rockaway 11518

What homes are worth in East Rockaway 11518

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

This home
$370K$1.3M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in East Rockaway 11518.

How it measures up in East Rockaway 11518

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Rockaway 11518.

Estimated value$1,595,000
CheaperTypical $731,140Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$597
CheaperTypical $440Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area2,671 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,717 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1942Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 278 Waverly Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Rockaway 11518Nassau County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,595,000almost all homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59796% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than2,671 ft²90% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac88% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than194958% of homes37% of homes

About 278 Waverly Ave

How much is 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY is $1,595,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,461,991 to $1,728,009. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY last sell?

278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY last sold on Aug 2, 2017 for $715,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY?

278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY has 4 bathrooms, 2,671 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY built?

278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY?

278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY is assigned to Waverly Park School (elementary), rated A-; Lynbrook South Middle School (middle), rated B; Lynbrook Senior High School (high), rated A. All sit in Lynbrook Union Free School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY compare to other homes in East Rockaway 11518?

Among the 3,435 homes in East Rockaway 11518, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,595,000 against a typical $731,140), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($597 against a typical $440), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,671 ft² against a typical 1,717 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1949 against a typical 1942). Measured against all of Nassau County, it is worth more than 89% 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 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Waverly Ave, East Rockaway, NY was $16,655. The county assessed it at $660.

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