87 Islip Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
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FOR SALE
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$625,000

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,158 sqft

87 Islip Avenue, Islip, NY 11751

Est. Mortgage $4,229/mo*
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1926
Price/Sqft
$540
Parking
Garage

Local Information

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

About this House

Turnkey Craftsman Charm in the Heart of Islip
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 1920s Craftsman-style home, where timeless architectural character meets thoughtful modern updates. From the moment you arrive, the exceptional care and attention to detail are evident. Completely turnkey and truly move-in ready, this meticulously maintained home is filled with warmth, charm and character at every turn.
Start your morning with coffee on the inviting front porch, then step inside to discover gorgeous hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, original architectural details and an abundance of natural light. The expanded kitchen beautifully blends the character of the home with modern convenience, featuring restored glass-front cabinetry, granite countertops, modern appliances and a breakfast bar.
Throughout the home, you'll find coffered ceilings, custom built-ins and thoughtful storage solutions, all seamlessly complementing the Craftsman design.
Upstairs are two generously sized bedrooms and two beautifully updated full baths, offering both comfort and functionality.
The beautifully finished basement adds valuable living and entertaining space and features both interior and exterior entrances, along with a dedicated laundry room with washer and dryer. The home is also equipped with 200-amp electric service.
Outside, the property truly shines. The beautifully landscaped grounds, spacious entertaining backyard and outdoor balcony create wonderful spaces to relax, entertain and enjoy the outdoors. There's also ample additional parking, along with a detached one-car garage—an incredible bonus for this location.
Major updates include an updated roof and 200-amp electric service, with the driveway updated in 2012, providing peace of mind for the next owner.
Located in the heart of Islip, you're just minutes from the LIRR, shopping, restaurants and everything this wonderful community has to offer.
A rare combination of original Craftsman charm, modern updates, beautiful grounds and true turnkey condition—this is a home you can simply move in and enjoy.

Open House

Saturday, September 05
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing by: Douglas Elliman Real Estate, (516) 432-3400
Glen Fox, (516) 850-6437
Douglas Elliman Real Estate, (516) 432-3400
Kristin Altfather, (818) 679-8014
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#1039668
Also Listed on OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, Douglas Elliman.

Home Details for 87 Islip Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 5
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1158 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Trash Collection Public, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: In BasementRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Tri-Level

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Covered, PorchFencing: Back Yard, WoodOther Structures: Shed(s)No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Driveway,On Street,Private
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Cesspool

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Craftsman
Building
Construction Materials: Shingle SidingNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0500345000200022000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $625,000Price Per Sqft: $540

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 1039668

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1608 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6970 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1039668Attic: CrawlAttribution Contact: 516-432-3400Showing Advance Notice: 24Showing Requirements: 24 Hour Notice, Appointment Only, Call Listing Agent, Showing Service

Around this home

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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Market trends in Islip

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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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

Home Value

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 +140% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$678K
August 2026$678K
June 2026$620K
May 2026$602K
April 2026$590K
March 2026$595K
February 2026$589K
January 2026$584K
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
70 Islip Avenue, Islip, NY
0.04
Single-Family Home
$650,000
02/27/26
4
2
1,696
816 Main Street, Islip, NY
0.27
Single-Family Home
$630,000
06/04/26
2
1.5
1,500
19 Rose Street, Islip, NY
0.05
Single-Family Home
$720,000
09/22/25
4
2
1,904
11 W Hemlock Street, Islip, NY
0.38
Single-Family Home
$415,000
07/22/26
3
2
912
36 Spruce Street, Islip, NY
0.40
Single-Family Home
$643,300
09/11/25
3
2
1,348
36 Manitton Court, Islip, NY
0.17
Single-Family Home
$917,000
07/29/26
3
2
2,058
50 Bittermint Street, Islip, NY
0.58
Single-Family Home
$475,000
07/10/26
3
3
1,500
4 Ferndale Boulevard, Islip, NY
0.38
Single-Family Home
$716,000
10/16/25
3
2
1,710

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
70 Islip Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
0.04
$650,000
4
2
1,696
Recently Sold
16 Rose Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.03
$713,500
3
2
-
Off Market
19 Rose Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.05
$755,600
4
2
1,904
Off Market
11 Vail Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.14
$696,800
3
1.5
1,472
Off Market
7 Sutton Place, Islip, NY 11751
0.12
$595,000
3
2.5
1,900
Recently Sold
17 Sutton Place, Islip, NY 11751
0.13
$664,000
2
2.5
1,693
Recently Sold
36 Manitton Court, Islip, NY 11751
0.17
$917,000
3
2
2,058
Recently Sold
12 Sutton Place, Islip, NY 11751
0.18
$775,000
2
2.5
1,700
Off Market
68 Nassau Avenue, Islip, NY 11751
0.20
$650,600
2
1.5
1,318
Off Market
55 Columbia Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.20
$699,400
2
2.5
-
Off Market
150 #4 Main Street, Islip, NY 11751
0.21
$142,000
1
1
499
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 1, 2026
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1039668
Listed For Sale
$625,000
Jun 9, 2016
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L2825859
Sold
$285,000
Mar 22, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$289,000
Price decreased by 3%
Feb 2, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$297,500
Dec 23, 2013
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L2606015
Sold
$280,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Glen Fox, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, (516) 432-3400
Agent Phone: (516) 850-6437
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Frequently asked questions about 87 Islip Avenue

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 87 Islip Avenue?
    Based on a $625,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 87 Islip Avenue is approximately $4,278 (about $3,239 principal & interest, $964 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 87 Islip Avenue?
    The closest schools to 87 Islip Avenue are Islip High School (rated 7/10), Islip Middle School (rated 5/10), Maud S Sherwood Elementary School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 87 Islip Avenue have air conditioning?
    Yes, 87 Islip Avenue has air conditioning.
  • Does 87 Islip Avenue have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 87 Islip Avenue has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 87 Islip Avenue have a yard?
    Yes, 87 Islip Avenue has a yard.
87 Islip Avenue, Islip, NY 11751 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,158 sqft single-family home built in 1926. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Sep 1, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1039668.