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$739,531$314 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $297,000 on Dec 4, 2003

42 HOWARD ST

WADING RIVER, NY 11792
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,355 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$740K
$646K low$833K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$297,000 · Dec 4, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,259 (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.$57,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$704,657

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
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.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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 · 190 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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 SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.5 mi
H
Riverhead Senior High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.9 mi
M
Riverhead Middle SchoolC+
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%

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How this home compares

42 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Suffolk County

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
$358K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 51% 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$739,531
CheaperTypical $734,618Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$314
CheaperTypical $360Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,355 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,070 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 42 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWading River 11792Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$739,53151% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31425% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,355 ft²65% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac33% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than195015% of homes14% of homes

About 42 Howard St

How much is 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY is $739,531 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $645,833 to $833,229. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY last sell?

42 Howard St, Wading River, NY last sold on Dec 4, 2003 for $297,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY?

42 Howard St, Wading River, NY has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,355 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY built?

42 Howard St, Wading River, NY was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY?

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

How does 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY compare to other homes in Wading River 11792?

Among the 3,278 homes in Wading River 11792, it is worth more than 51% of them ($739,531 against a typical $734,618), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($314 against a typical $360), it is bigger than 65% of them (2,355 ft² against a typical 2,070 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1950 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 58% 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 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 42 Howard St, Wading River, NY was $11,259. The county assessed it at $57,500.

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