55 Main Avenue, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798
$350,000 · 1 bed · 1 bath · 520 sq ft · built 1942 · MLS# 1056129 · Active
Charming Cottage Vibes with Endless Outdoor Potential: Detached 1-Bed Sanctuary on a Sprawling 7,500 SQFT Lot! 55 Main Avenue, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798 INTERACTIVE 3D VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST! Explore every inch of this home virtually—an interactive 3D tour link is available for complete access. Why pay monthly HOA or maintenance fees when you can own your very own detached single-family sanctuary in peaceful Wheatley Heights? Tucked away on a quiet street, this cozy home offers the ultimate combination of independent living, low-maintenance comfort, and massive outdoor space. It…
Single-family homes in the Half Hollow Hills Central School District sold for a median of $1,335,000 (typically $925,000–$1,700,000) across 322 recorded sales between Oct 7, 2025 and Oct 2, 2026, up 18.7% on the 12 months before. This home's $350,000 list price sits in the entry single-family tier for the Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
ZIP 11798 has about 4.3 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 $4,159 a year, this home's property tax runs roughly 78% below the $19,000 typical for Half Hollow Hills 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.
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Wheatley Heights Market Trend
Over the past 2 years, Wheatley Heights has strengthened — the median sale price has risen roughly 19% year over year to around $655K, and homes have generally been selling faster. Sellers currently hold the stronger hand, and if the pattern persists, prices could continue to firm.
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