$1,199,000
$100K PRICE INCREASE

278 Fire Island Ave Babylon, NY 11702

Estimated payment $7,621/month

Total Views 73,423
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,934 Sq Ft
$620 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Babylon Memorial Grade School Rated A-
  • Carriage House
  • Fireplace in Bedroom

About This Home

An exceptional opportunity to own a picture-perfect 1852 Carriage House in the heart of historic Babylon Village. Beautifully updated and meticulously maintained, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence blends timeless character with modern luxury. The chef’s kitchen features high-end Bosch appliances, a 6-burner Wolf gas range, and opens seamlessly to a spacious family room—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A formal dining room and an inviting living room with fireplace complete the main level. Additional highlights include hardwood floors throughout, Navien high-efficiency gas boiler, radiant heated flooring in the primary en-suite bath, central air, recessed lighting, upgraded electric with generator hookup, sprinkler system, and sewer connection. The freshly painted exterior showcases classic board-and-batten detailing, enhancing the home’s outstanding curb appeal. The detached garage offers separate electric service and epoxy flooring. Outdoor entertaining is effortless with a covered patio, bluestone seating area, and professionally landscaped grounds with accent lighting. Enjoy all that Babylon Village has to offer, including optional summer pool membership, beaches, docks, shops, restaurants, and major highways—plus just 1 mile to the Babylon LIRR station. Located in the Babylon School District. Flood Zone X—no flood insurance required.

Listing Agent

Eliot Lonardo

Signature Premier Properties Brokerage Phone: 631-673-3700 License #30LO1020500 Listed on: 11/10/2025

Signature Premier Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,206

Year Built

  • Built in 1852

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $10 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Carriage House
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 1,934 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Woodwork
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Shutters
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Galley Kitchen
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Bosch Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Radiant Floor
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Security Lights
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Private Mailbox

Schools

  • Babylon Elementary School
  • Babylon Junior-Senior High Middle School
  • Babylon Junior-Senior High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0102-016-00-03-00-012-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include pool service

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Security

  • Building Fire Alarm

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,206

Year Built

Built in 1852

Lot Details

0.38 Acres

HOA Fees

$10 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Carriage House
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Levels: Two
  • Year Built: 1852
  • Attribution Contact: 631-673-3700
  • Carport Y N: No
  • CurrentPrice: 1199000.00
  • MlsMajorChangeType: Back On Market
  • CurrentPrice_By_LivingArea: 619.95863
  • ListPrice_By_LivingArea: 619.95863
  • ListPrice_By_OriginalListPrice: 1.09099
  • ListPrice_By_LotSizeAcres: 3194777.5113
  • LivingAreaSearchSqFt: 1934.00
  • CurrentPrice_By_BuildingAreaTotal: 619.95863
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, Galley Type Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Original Details, Primary Bathroom, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1934
  • Window Features: Shutters
  • Basement YN: No

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Mailbox, Rain Gutters
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Patio
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Description: Detached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Private, Storage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Security: Fire Alarm, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Video Cameras
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Trash Collection Public, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Pool Service
  • Association Amenities: Pool
  • Association Fee: 120
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Community Features: Pool

Schools

  • Middle School: Babylon Junior-Senior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3753
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16350
  • Parcel Number: 0102-016-00-03-00-012-000
  • Property Attached: No
  • Additional Parcels: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17206.1
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Babylon Elementary School
  • High School: Babylon Junior-Senior High School
  • Middle School District: Babylon

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $16,664 $4,680 $570 $4,110
2023 $15,615 $4,680 $570 $4,110
2022 $12,415 $4,680 $570 $4,110
2021 $12,415 $4,680 $570 $4,110
2020 $15,383 $4,680 $570 $4,110
2019 $15,364 $0 $0 $0
2018 $12,618 $4,680 $570 $4,110
2017 $12,618 $4,680 $570 $4,110
2016 $12,408 $4,680 $570 $4,110
2015 -- $4,680 $570 $4,110
2014 -- $4,680 $570 $4,110
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/12/2026 01/12/26 For Sale $1,199,000 0.0% $620 / Sq Ft
12/29/2025 12/29/25 Off Market $1,199,000 -- --
12/08/2025 12/08/25 Price Changed $1,199,000 0.0% $620 / Sq Ft
12/08/2025 12/08/25 For Sale $1,199,000 +9.1% $620 / Sq Ft
11/24/2025 11/24/25 Off Market $1,099,000 -- --
11/10/2025 11/10/25 For Sale $1,099,000 -- $568 / Sq Ft
Source: OneKey® MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $420,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Bargain Sale Deed $223,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $315,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $167,250 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Eliot Lonardo

Signature Premier Properties

(631) 450-6786

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C.W. Post campus. Eliot is a 1st generation Italian American on his father’s side. Eliot’s parents are
both entrepreneurs - his father was in the construction business, and his mother is in the electronics
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OneKey® MLS

APN: 0102-016-00-03-00-012-000

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