171 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
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$899,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,465 sqft

171 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY 11751

Est. Mortgage $6,241/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1877
$365/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 171 Smith Avenue.
  • Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Original farmhouse detailsSizable bedroomsRecently updated half bathEat-in kitchenRelaxing on the deckEntertaining under the gazebo
CHARMING & UPDATED 1877 FARMHOUSE in SOUTH ISLIP. Step into timeless charm and modern comfort in this beautiful, updated 1877 Farmhouse! Rich in character this inviting 4-bedroom, 1.5 baths home blends original Farmhouse details with thoughtful updates, creating a warm and welcoming space to call home. Some of the home's original features remain, including hardwood floors in select rooms, adding warmth and historic charm. The eat-in kitchen is a standout, featuring a beautiful bay window that fills the space with natural light and creates the perfect setting for morning coffee, meals and gathering with loved ones and friends. A versatile front room offers endless possibilities to suit your lifestyle, use it as a cozy den, dining room, additional living space or home office. Upstairs you will find sizable bedrooms and recently updated half bath. The outdoor spaces are just as inviting! Enjoy relaxing on the deck, entertaining under the gazebo or unwinding after a day in the sun with the fabulous bonus of an outdoor shower. Whether hosting summer gatherings, or enjoying a quiet evening outdoors, this property offers a wonderful setting for making memories. Also, you will find a garage and shed for storage and with proper permits can be source of potential income. Ideally located in South Islip, this charming Farmhouse is just a short distance from some of Long Islands fantastic restaurants and shops in the quaint village of Islip, adding even more appeal to this special home. A rare blend of historic character, flexible living space, and inviting indoor and outdoor entertaining this farmhouse is ready to welcome you home!

Open House

Friday, November 06
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Saturday, November 07
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 08
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing by: Coldwell Banker M&D Good Life, 631-289-1400
Gale Scaglia, (631) 678-2561
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#1067433
Also Listed on OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 171 Smith Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,PartialNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2465 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Trash Collection Public, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: InsideMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Bay Window(s), Blinds, Shutters, Storm Window(s)Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Open
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, PorchFencing: Back Yard, VinylOther Structures: Garage(s), Gazebo, Shed(s)Foundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Driveway
Frontage
Road Frontage: County RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1877
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Farmhouse
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ActualParcel Number: 0500396000400023000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $899,000Price Per Sqft: $365

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Islip
School Information
Elementary School: Maud S Sherwood Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School: Islip Middle SchoolHigh School: Islip High SchoolHigh School District: Islip

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 1067433

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2581 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1067433Attic: NoneAttribution Contact: 631-289-1400Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Call Listing Agent

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 28, 2026
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1067433
Listed For Sale
$899,000

Around this home

What Locals Say about Islip

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  • 86% say there's holiday spirit
  • 65% say neighbors are friendly
  • 59% say there are sidewalks
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  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say there are community events

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  • Michellereid2323
    "Family-oriented neighborhood. Main Street is charming, walkable, and dotted with boutiques, cafes, and diners."
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  • Matt Classie
    "Street fairs, events at Brookwood Hall during holidays. Theres lots to do in the town of Islip. Bats & Brews is a great event."
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  • Yen160107
    "I have kids that play in the front yard and they step on the dog feces that they left behind. Also I have signs that say “kids at play” but they do not care"
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  • Trulia User
    "The drive is horrible and the traffic which is 300 feet from your front door is deafening! A ten lane super hwy and that’s what you wake up to at 4:30 am every day ! Or you can take the train a mile away which you can also here every morning blasting it’s way to islip train station . "
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    "Well celebrate almost all the events soccer games good school very friendly neighborhoods good shopping center "
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  • Jamal G.
    "this neighborhood is a great place to live there are restaurants in the mall nearby good schools and they are also close"
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  • Stephen B.
    "The taxes are very high here for the school. Bay Shore schools are just as good or better and the taxes are much lower. "
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  • Michael .
    "Good! I work in the city and take the LIRR. The islip station has free parking and plenty of spaces."
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  • Monmona
    "you need to have a car to commute around. around. if you live close enough to the Long Island Railroad, then you can walk to the station and take the train from there."
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  • Fldsetter
    "I grew up here and actually bought my childhood home back after living in another part of the country . Beaches are close , most folks keep there homes well maintained . There are lot of children here and the schools are second to none . I wish the town would replace the roads here , and take better care of there pubic areas ! But let the young folks moving in fight that fight ! "
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  • Djhafner132
    "5 min to train station.the neighbors are friendly.i am an avid fisherman and two fishing piers are less than a mile away.the streets are well treed and maintained "
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  • Djhafner132
    "I lived here since 1973.The homes are well kept and neighbors are friendly.the town dock is an easy walk with great fishing the streets are well maintained.All in all a great place to live"
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  • Djhafner132
    "Parades block parties great fishing close by.great south of montauk location.Great place to raise a family "
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  • Ricktssf
    "I work locally, so I can walk to work. the train station to NYC is only 4 blocks away. easy commute on the train. "
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  • G.Greco
    "I've made Islip my home since 1980. Yards are well kept, the streets are maintained, paved and cleaned regularly. The school district is good. It's a good place to live and raise a family. This area south of Montauk is very desirable"
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  • Tannuramees
    "parades, fairs, shops close by, farmers market, good schools, nice neighborhood, school events, town events"
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  • Catherine M.
    "I have lived here for 18 years and for the most part it’s a good area. I am not a huge fan of the school district but it’s not horrible either ."
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  • Stefbartoli
    "Dog friendly neighborhood! People walk their dogs around regularly. Neighbors look out for each other’s pets as well. "
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  • Tyase930
    "Quiet respectful neighbors. Walking distance to stores. Lots of new businesses and new development s."
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  • Tony H.
    "I live in this neighborhood for 2 years so far people are very friendly, there's always parking, people walk their dogs at night and exercise regularly. It's pretty cool !!!"
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  • Fldsetter
    "Crappy roads / rats / compact floresant lights instead of LED ( someone got paid off ) no trees left due to disease , and the town is not planting any ! Highway noise 10 lanes now on Sunrise HWY - RT27 . No plans for a sound wall ??? I guess we are lower class here in Islip . Airplane and helicopters all day and night fly over head ,, isn’t there a bay or ocean they can fly over then go straight up Lakeland Blvd to the airport ???? I will eave as soon as I find a house elsewhere and not in NY "
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  • Ricktssf
    "I'm 17 years living in Islip. a little great Hamlet along the great South Bay. Town of Islip is much larger, but this is a Suburban area. "
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Market trends in Islip

Last updated September 2026
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Home Value

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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
155 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY
0.04
Single-Family Home
$690,000
07/22/26
4
2
2,100
151 Church Avenue, Islip, NY
0.06
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$950,000
07/13/26
4
2
2,450
147 Church Avenue, Islip, NY
0.06
Single-Family Home
$775,000
09/02/26
4
2
1,955
47 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY
0.27
Single-Family Home
$800,000
05/21/26
4
2
2,128
136 Cedar Avenue, Islip, NY
0.17
Single-Family Home
$750,000
11/17/25
3
2.5
2,346
146 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY
0.07
Single-Family Home
$765,000
11/19/25
3
2.5
1,800
46 Monell Avenue, Islip, NY
0.29
Single-Family Home
$821,000
06/29/26
5
2
2,700
191 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY
0.05
Single-Family Home
$633,500
07/09/26
2
1
1,112
140 Ocean Avenue, Islip, NY
0.29
Single-Family Home
$835,000
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4
2.5
2,676
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0.17
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$685,000
07/09/26
3
1
1,539

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
177 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.01
$721,500
3
2
-
Off Market
22 2nd St, Islip, NY 11751
0.02
$670,000
3
1.5
-
Off Market
159 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.02
$764,200
Studio
-
-
Off Market
181 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.02
$627,500
Studio
-
-
Off Market
18 2nd St, Islip, NY 11751
0.02
$665,300
Studio
-
-
Off Market
170 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.03
$711,200
4
2
-
Off Market
166 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.03
$688,400
Studio
-
-
Off Market
184 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.03
$597,900
Studio
-
-
Off Market
183 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.04
$933,800
4
3
2,300
Off Market
155 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
0.04
$690,000
4
2
2,100
Recently Sold
160 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.04
$570,000
Studio
-
-
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Islip, NY 11751
0.04
$637,100
Studio
1
-
Off Market
186 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.04
$577,600
Studio
-
-
Off Market
187 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
0.04
$538,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
156 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.05
$732,100
Studio
-
-
Off Market
172 Monell Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.05
$739,800
Studio
-
-
Off Market
166 Monell Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.05
$669,700
Studio
-
-
Off Market
151 Smith Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.05
$639,700
2
1.5
-
Off Market
17 2nd Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.05
$872,400
3
2
1,486
Off Market
178 Monell Ave, Islip, NY 11751
0.05
$690,700
Studio
-
-
Off Market

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Agent Phone: (631) 678-2561
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Frequently asked questions about 171 Smith Avenue

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 171 Smith Avenue?
    Based on a $899,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 171 Smith Avenue in Islip, NY is approximately $6,341 (about $4,880 principal & interest, $1,386 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Islip?
    Residents describe Islip, NY as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Islip, NY.
  • What are the closest schools to 171 Smith Avenue?
    The closest schools to 171 Smith Avenue in Islip, NY are Commack Road Elementary School (rated 4/10), Islip High School (rated 7/10), Islip Middle School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 171 Smith Avenue have air conditioning?
    Yes, 171 Smith Avenue in Islip, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 171 Smith Avenue have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 171 Smith Avenue in Islip, NY has laundry facilities.
  • Does 171 Smith Avenue have a yard?
    Yes, 171 Smith Avenue in Islip, NY has a yard.
171 Smith Avenue, Islip, NY 11751 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,465 sqft single-family home built in 1877. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Oct 28, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1067433.