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$293,284$166 / 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 $266,000 on Aug 8, 2003

556 BEACH 72ND ST

FAR ROCKAWAY, NY 11692
0
Baths
1,764 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.
3,000 ft²
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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$293K
$273K low$313K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$266,000 · Aug 8, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,599 (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.$22,896 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,857
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,039
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,380
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$627,000

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.114 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.89%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyQueens
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
P.S./M.S. 42 R. Vernam SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi

District: New York City Geographic School District 27

Neighborhood · ZIP 11692These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.90

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,512
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14,336 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,869
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,067
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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.55%

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How this home compares

556 Beach 72nd 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Arverne 11692
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Arverne 11692
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Arverne 11692
  • Older than 69% of homes in Arverne 11692

What homes are worth in Arverne 11692

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

This home
$367K$1M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Arverne 11692.

How it measures up in Arverne 11692

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arverne 11692.

Estimated value$293,284
CheaperTypical $555,090Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $416Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,068 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,049 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 556 Beach 72nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArverne 11692Queens County
Estimated valuepricier than$293,284almost no homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$166almost no homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,764 ft²27% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,000 ft²42% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than195031% of homes69% of homes

About 556 Beach 72nd St

How much is 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY is $293,284 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $273,433 to $313,135. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY last sell?

556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY last sold on Aug 8, 2003 for $266,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY?

556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY has 1,764 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY built?

556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY?

556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY is assigned to P.S./M.S. 42 R. Vernam School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in New York City Geographic School District 27. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY compare to other homes in Arverne 11692?

Among the 3,652 homes in Arverne 11692, it is worth more than almost none of them ($293,284 against a typical $555,090), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($166 against a typical $416), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,764 ft² against a typical 2,068 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 3,049 ft²) and it is newer than 31% of them (1950 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Queens County, it is worth more than 14% 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 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 556 Beach 72nd St, Far Rockaway, NY was $4,599. The county assessed it at $22,896.

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