24 Locust Road, Wading River, NY 11792

$549,999 · 2 bed · 2 bath · 1,200 sq ft · built 1953 · MLS# 1011351 · Active

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…

Single-family homes in the Riverhead Central School District sold for a median of $739,000 (typically $550,000–$900,000) across 308 recorded sales between Oct 6, 2025 and Oct 1, 2026, up 19.2% on the 12 months before. This home's $549,999 list price sits in the entry single-family tier for the Riverhead Central School District.

ZIP 11792 has about 5.3 months of single family inventory — balanced market. Supply and demand are roughly even, so buyers and sellers share leverage with fair, predictable pricing.

At about $8,206 a year, this home's property tax runs roughly 18% below the $10,000 typical for Riverhead Central School District. Suffolk bills combine town, school and special-district levies, so two homes at the same price in neighboring districts can carry materially different taxes. Exemptions such as STAR, Senior or Veteran move the number as well — a new owner's bill is often not the same as the seller's.

OneKey MLS (recorded LI sales, trailing 12mo) + actual tax