238 James Street, Franklin Square, NY 11010
SOLD
JUL 9, 2026

238 James Street
Franklin Square, NY 11010

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,229 sqft

$760,000

Last Sold: Jul 9, 2026
4% over list $729K
$618/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,793/mo*
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$760,000

Last Sold: Jul 9, 2026
4% over list $729K
$618/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,793/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,229 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Move In condition beautiful Cape in the Presidential section of Franklin Square. Home features updated Kitchen and Full Bath, living room, dining area, 150 amp service, new boiler and separate hot water heater, walk in closets, full finished basement, large bedroom, washer & dryer, stove and 2 refrigerators, 1 car garage and more. School District #17, Polk Street Elementary, H. Frank Carey Junor and Senior High School. Just 3 blocks from Rath Park. Rath Park has pools, play round, ball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts and more.
238 James Street, Franklin Square, NY 11010 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,229 sqft single-family home built in 1938. It last sold for $760,000 on Jul 9, 2026 (4% above the $729,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $760,200, with a rent estimate of $3,915/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$618/sqft
Listed
60 days ago

Home Details for 238 James Street

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 6
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1229 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water HeaterDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: SteamHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Driveway,Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Cape Cod
Building
Construction Materials: BrickAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2089351240001550

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $729,000Price Per Sqft: $618/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 01 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Franklin Square
School Information
Elementary School: Polk Street SchoolJr High / Middle School: H Frank Carey High SchoolHigh School: H Frank Carey High SchoolHigh School District: Sewanhaka Central

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1229 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 989289Attic: NoneShowing Requirements: Appointment Only
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by John Z. Savoretti, (516) 695-6607
John Savoretti Realty, (516) 327-6400
Bought with: Cheryl A. Trimboli, (516) 647-9971, Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Rlty, (516) 248-6655
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#989289

Price History for 238 James Street

DatePriceEventSource
07/09/2026$760,000Sold
OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #989289
05/11/2026$729,000PendingOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #989289
05/01/2026$729,000ListingRemovedOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #989289
04/27/2026$729,000Listed For SaleOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #989289
08/11/1989$190,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Franklin Square

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$476,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 238 James Street

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
249 Hoffman Street, Franklin Square, NY
0.03
Single-Family Home
$819,000
01/13/26
3
2
1,250
242 James Street, Franklin Square, NY
0.01
Single-Family Home
$815,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,519
136 Madison Street, Franklin Square, NY
0.20
Single-Family Home
$660,000
11/04/25
3
1.5
1,181
334 Harrison Street, Franklin Square, NY
0.24
Single-Family Home
$690,800
08/20/25
3
2
1,219
978 Fenworth Boulevard, Franklin Square, NY
0.14
Single-Family Home
$750,000
09/09/25
4
3
1,152
208 Harrison Street, Franklin Square, NY
0.11
Single-Family Home
$880,000
07/17/25
3
2.5
1,735
163 Hoffman Street, Franklin Square, NY
0.15
Single-Family Home
$765,000
06/24/26
3
1
1,421
1035 Wool Avenue, Franklin Square, NY
0.21
Single-Family Home
$800,000
03/06/26
4
2
1,686

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What Locals Say about Franklin Square

At least 346 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

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

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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    "Nice quiet area to walk a dog. Close to lots of stores for all pet supplies and supermarkets. There are also multiple vets in the area. "
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    "This is a beautiful neighborhood. The school districts are great for young children, and the neighborhood is extremely friendly to all walks of life."
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    "Many different events through out the year. Trick or treat, Santa, winter events, community parks etc"
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    "Good neighborhood for dogs. As long as owners keep them well fenced and on leash. Always dogs being walked here. "
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    "They would like that the traffic in the neighborhoods is low to safely walk or have them outside in the yard."
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    "I've lived here all my life and it's nice and quiet at night and during the day however the summers are more lively. great food and shopping needs are met in town. very close to queens for traveling. a lot of job opportunities. list goes on. great neighborhood "
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  • Elizabeth A.
    "Great family oriented neighborhood with so many community activities and great schools. Friendly neighbors. Great local restaurants. Shopping of every kind is close by. LIRR has a nearby station. Easy commute to Manhattan. Beaches are a quick 20 minute ride. "
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  • Monica V.
    "Love the area family oriented great schools friendly atmosphere very clean and quiet place love franklin square"
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  • Desiree D. B.
    "easy going at times. hempstead turnpike can get busy during the day. over all they're lots of ways to travel in this town that are safe"
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  • Armando M.
    "Racism is huge here. I wouldnt be able to stay here forever with my kids. "
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  • Rich K.
    "Short and painless for the most part about 15 minutes away from where I work. Allot of traffic in Franklin Square and people running businesses out of their homes."
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  • Chrisdemartin
    "I commute to lower Manhattan, it takes me roughly an hour including a 10 minute walk to the Stewart Manor LIRR to Penn and then taking the 1 downtown."
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  • Mcotrone1
    "nice quiet neighborhood. services are good. town pool, tennis courts and public play areas are kept in good condition. The schooIs are nice and people are generally friendly. Restaurants are popping up in the area. "
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  • Varinder S.
    "It’s a self neighborhood and people are very helpful I have been living in the neighborhood for over 20 year "
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  • Sshapiro982
    "Santa roams around in Franklin Square on a fire truck during Christmas with sirens for the kids during Christmas "
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  • Dr.alison.pratt
    "Lots of dogs but no dog runs or dog parks here so that’s not good. People obey leash laws dogs bite "
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  • Ruth A.
    "A good majority of the neighbors have dogs. They often stop to say hello and start conversations. Very nice neighborhood. "
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  • Carolina N.
    "It’s awesome to live here and to raised a family very safe and the schools are great.. I love it here and the neighbors are very nice and helpful "
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    "People are kind and they take care of their property. You don’t have to worry about nosy neighbors however your neighbors to pay attention when need be."
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  • Alexandra B.
    "The Saint Catherine fair every year during the summer time is so much fun. Best zeppoles ever and so many rides "
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    "Been here for 46 years ... I’m 46.. many of my school friends still live here and are raising there family in the same town.. my oldest and I even had the same techer."
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    "Hempstead turnpike is the worst but the area is wonderful because there’s so many options for getting around "
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  • Kristen G.
    "There are a lot of children in the neighborhood of all ages. School bus stops always full of kids and parents. School districts seem good."
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    "This neighborhood is very quiet. People mind their own business. School is great! Theres a lot of restaurants and establishments anywhere in this area. The Park is great and have huge Pools! "
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    "Great place to live very safe to walks and great people around also very clean and safe at night also great schools good food"
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  • Stephanie F.
    "People walk their dogs around town but there’s no dog park nearby. The nearest dog park where you don’t have to pay is over twenty five minute drive away. The closest petco is on franklin avenue, which is too far to walk. "
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    "The perfect place to grow up. Close enough to the city for easy commute to work. Yet far enough away where you can enjoy the peace and quiet of your own backyard each night."
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    "Not a bad ride at all seems like a great place to grow a family very quiet yet friendly people will always recommend "
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    "My community has seasonal fairs, parades and many religious related festivities. The shopping areas often have special events for customers especially major supermarkets."
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    "Great area. For kids and very clean streets people take care of all areas and fronts of houses very good district for kids and i feel very safe to walk and do walking distance shooping"
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    "Very clean and silent area private area and great schools, alot of commercial places handy dont need to go far to find what you need without driving far. Safe for kids to ride bike and go to the near park"
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    "Block parties. Everyone knows each other and is friendly. It’s a quiet street. It’s a close neighborhood. We all work together to keep the block clean........."
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