2850 & 2856 N Wading River Road, Wading River, NY 11792

$1,425,000 · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,410 sq ft · built 1879 · MLS# 993305 · Active

Charming 1879 Farmhouse with Waterfront Opportunity Set across 2 acres in Wading River, this beautifully preserved 1879 farmhouse offers a rare pairing of historic character and coastal lifestyle. The residence sits on .95 acres, complemented by a separate 1-acre Soundfront parcel with beach access and breathtaking views, completing this exceptional offering. Timeless details define the home, including a warm and inviting living room with wood-burning fireplace and custom built-ins. A thoughtfully designed 2012 addition introduces an open-concept kitchen, dining area, and sunlit den, creating a natural gathering space for both…

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 $1,425,000 list price sits in the luxury 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 $23,937 a year, this home's property tax runs roughly 139% above 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