One Block from the Beach! Welcome to this beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath home nestled in one of Wading River’s desirable beachside communities. Offering the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm, this move in ready home is an ideal year-round residence, summer retreat, or investment opportunity.
Step inside to discover a thoughtfully updated interior featuring newer flooring, an updated kitchen and bathroom, and a newer boiler. The inviting layout offers a dedicated dining area, generous storage, and comfortable living spaces designed for everyday living and entertaining.
The finished basement provides valuable additional space with direct access to the garage, along with a convenient laundry area and plenty of room for storage, recreation, or a home office.
Outside, sliding doors open to a rear deck overlooking a flat, open backyard-an ideal setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. A charming front porch with a retractable awning offers another inviting spot to relax. This location is truly hard to beat. Just one block from the beach, and close to local shopping, dining, wineries, and everything the North Fork & North Shore have to offer.
Whether you’re looking for your own beachside escape, a full-time home, or an investment opportunity, this Wading River gem offers the lifestyle and location to make it your own.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (8/12)
$549,999
24 Locust Road, Wading River, NY 11792
2beds
1,200sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1953
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$458/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished basementNewer boilerInviting layoutConvenient laundry areaNewer flooringDedicated dining areaUpdated kitchen
- 136 days
- 941
- 56
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Douglas Elliman Real Estate 631-758-2552,
Samantha Cacciatore 631-565-1343
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1011351
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Oil
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Features
- First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Partial,Pull Stairs
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 4730002159
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Trash Collection Public, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Wildwood Shores Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wading River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $458/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $420,343
- Annual tax amount: $8,206
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 137 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $549,999-3.5%$458/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $569,999-10.5%$475/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Listing removed | $637,000$531/sqft |
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| 11/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $637,000+129.1%$531/sqft |
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| 12/21/2018 | Sold | $278,000-2.5%$232/sqft |
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| 9/19/2018 | Price change | $285,000-4.8%$238/sqft |
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| 7/17/2018 | Price change | $299,500-4.9%$250/sqft |
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| 6/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $315,000-10%$263/sqft |
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| 12/8/2006 | Sold | $350,000+212.5%$292/sqft |
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| 11/16/1998 | Sold | $112,000+49.3%$93/sqft |
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| 5/3/1994 | Sold | $75,000$63/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $34,300 |
| 2024 | -- | $34,300 |
| 2023 | -- | $34,300 |
| 2022 | -- | $34,300 |
| 2021 | -- | $34,300 |
| 2020 | -- | $34,300 |
| 2019 | -- | $34,300 +8.2% |
| 2018 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2017 | $5,726 | $31,700 |
| 2016 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2007 | $5,058 +44.9% | $31,700 |
| 2005 | $3,491 +5.7% | $31,700 |
| 2004 | $3,302 +8.7% | $31,700 |
| 2003 | $3,038 +6% | $31,700 |
| 2002 | $2,866 | $31,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $31,700 |
| 2000 | $3,221 | $31,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 11792
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Riley Avenue School
- Middle: Riverhead Middle School
- High: Riverhead Senior High School
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







