281 Grant Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
OFF MARKET

$639,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,228 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

281 Grant Avenue, Islip, NY 11751

Est. Refi. Payment $4,324/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 25, 2024 for $525,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$639K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$23K (+3.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$112K (+21.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +94% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$637K
August 2026$637K
July 2026$633K
June 2026$654K
May 2026$648K
April 2026$636K
March 2026$644K
February 2026$624K
January 2026$622K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
15 W Hemlock Street, Islip, NY
0.23
Single-Family Home
$530,000
09/19/25
4
1
1,248
44 47th Street, Islip, NY
0.45
Single-Family Home
$655,000
08/28/26
3
1
1,142
11 bittermint, Islip, NY
0.44
Single-Family Home
$510,000
05/11/26
2
1
996
315 Grant Avenue, Islip, NY
0.08
Single-Family Home
$675,000
08/04/26
4
2
1,508
113 Roosevelt Avenue, Islip, NY
0.30
Single-Family Home
$665,000
07/15/26
3
2
1,410
96 Pardee Avenue, Islip, NY
0.42
Single-Family Home
$480,000
01/21/26
3
1
1,236
119 Maddox Avenue, Islip, NY
0.29
Single-Family Home
$610,000
10/28/25
4
2
1,456
27 Spruce Street, Islip, NY
0.42
Single-Family Home
$605,000
07/10/26
4
1
1,131
158 Moffitt Boulevard, Islip, NY
0.42
Single-Family Home
$625,000
03/23/26
3
1.5
1,080
97 Pardee Avenue, Islip, NY
0.42
Single-Family Home
$575,000
07/17/26
3
2
1,751

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
258 Grant Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
0.10
$675,000
4
2
1,850
Recently Sold
315 Grant Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
0.08
$675,000
4
2
1,508
Recently Sold
121 Commack Road, Islip, NY 11751
0.11
$704,100
3
1.5
-
Off Market
120 Winganhauppauge Road, Islip, NY 11751
0.19
$723,500
3
3
1,629
Off Market
14 W Hemlock St, Islip, NY 11751
0.22
$532,100
4
1
1,128
Off Market
15 W Hemlock Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.23
$602,900
4
1
1,248
Off Market
11 W Hemlock Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.24
$415,000
3
2
912
Recently Sold
130 Winganhauppauge Road, Islip, NY 11751
0.21
$650,000
4
2.5
1,614
Recently Sold
23 W Spruce Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.23
$605,400
2
1
-
Off Market
20 Jenkins Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.25
$602,900
3
2
-
Off Market
111 Fuller Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
0.23
$675,000
5
2
2,181
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1953
Lot Size
0.31 acres
Living Area
1,228 sqft
Price/Sqft
$521
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

It's Here, It Has Arrived And It's Awesome!! The Home You Have Been Searching For Is Finally Available!! Talk About Bursting With Potential, Wow!!! This One Can't Be Beat . *** Welcome To This Custom Built, Single Owner, Ranch Style Home With Beautiful Hardwood Floors Throughout And Deep Park Like Grounds*** Walk In The Door And You Can Feel The Love This Family Home Has Created Over The Years. The Living Room With Big Windows & Fire Place Is a Great Place To Kick Your Feet Up And Get Cozy After a Busy Day. Hungry? Prepare a Meal In The Kitchen And Enjoy Around The Dining Room Table With Friends & Family. Ready To Settle Down For The Night? Pick a Bedroom, We Have 3 Nice Size Ones To Chose From. If You Like A Big Closet In The Primary Bed Room, Check Out This One! WOW, It's Amazing! Two Additional Bedrooms Have Views Of The Tremendous Fully Fenced In Back Yard. Full Bath Too! Need More Space? We Have That Too! A Full Basement With Back Door Entrance To Stairs. Let's Talk About The Yard, It's HUGE!! Great Space To Play All Year Long And Get Some Good Old Fashioned Fresh Air. Perfect!! Other Features Not To Miss; Close To Dining, Shopping, 200 Electrical Service, Above Ground Outside Oil Tank, Full Size Basement With Lots Of Storage, Outside Entrance To Basement. Washer/Dryer. 3 Window AC's And Attic!! Shed As A Gift! This Family Home Has So Much To Offer And Is Waiting For Your Finishing Touches. Make This Family Home, Your New Home. ***Welcome Home***, Additional information: Appearance:Mint
281 Grant Avenue, Islip, NY 11751 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,228 sqft single-family home built in 1953. It last sold for $525,000 on Mar 25, 2024 (18% above the $444,500 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $639,400, with a rent estimate of $3,711/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Kristine F. Purish, (631) 842-8400
Signature Premier Properties, (631) 842-8400
Bought with: Karen Kelly, (516) 873-7100, Keller Williams Realty Greater, (516) 873-7100
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#L3527737

Home Details for 281 Grant Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: See Remarks,FullNumber of Rooms: 6
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1228 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,OilHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: TwoFloors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PorchFencing: FencedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway,Private

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot Attached Property
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Second FreezerParcel Number: 0500319000300035000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $444,500
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Feb 01 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Islip
School Information
Elementary School: Wing Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School: Islip Middle SchoolHigh School: Islip High SchoolHigh School District: Islip

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1228 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Lease

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: L3527737Attic: FullShowing Requirements: Call Listing Office

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 25, 2024
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L3527737
Sold
$525,000
Feb 15, 2024
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3527737
Pending
$444,500
Feb 1, 2024
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3527737
ListingRemoved
Jan 26, 2024
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3527737
Listed For Sale
$444,500

Market trends in Islip

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
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6MoM

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What Locals Say about Islip

At least 118 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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  • Trulia User
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 281 Grant Avenue

  • What is 281 Grant Avenue estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 Grant Avenue in Islip, NY is $639,400.
  • What is the price history for 281 Grant Avenue?
    281 Grant Avenue in Islip, NY last sold for $525,000 in March 2024.
  • Is Islip a buyer's or seller's market?
    Islip is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • 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 recently sold homes in Islip, NY.
  • Does 281 Grant Avenue have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 281 Grant Avenue in Islip, NY has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 281 Grant Avenue have a yard?
    Yes, 281 Grant Avenue in Islip, NY has a yard.

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