$950,000
SOLD DEC 24, 2025

287 Cedar Ave Islip, NY 11751

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,662 Sq Ft
0.7 Acres

Recently Sold

$357 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

133 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Islip High School Rated A-
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of December 2025

Experience lakeside living at its finest in this beautifully crafted custom 4-bedroom, 2-bath home, ideally located on a quiet residential block. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the lake from nearly every room, with the added bonus of a spacious second-story deck, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or watching the sunset over the water. Inside, you'll find rich hardwood floors throughout, a formal living room and dining room for elegant gatherings, and a custom eat-in kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and premium finishes. The layout is both functional and stylish, designed for everyday comfort and special occasions alike. Stay cool in the summer with central air conditioning, and cozy up in the winter by the charming wood-burning fireplace. Each of the four bedrooms offers generous space and natural light, while both bathrooms are tastefully updated with modern fixtures. Additional highlights include a whole-house generator for uninterrupted power, and the second-story deck that extends your living space outdoors—an ideal spot for morning coffee, stargazing, or hosting guests. Whether you're enjoying the quiet surroundings, the sparkling lakefront views, or the high-end features throughout, this home is a rare opportunity to own a truly special retreat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Watts

Michael J Watts & Assoc Inc Brokerage Phone: 631-650-9933 License #10311200426 Listed on: 07/28/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

James Watts

Michael J Watts & Assoc Inc License #10401389886

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,036

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.7 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,662 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Maud S Sherwood Elementary School
  • Islip Middle School
  • Islip High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0500-422-00-02-00-027-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,036

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Hi Ranch
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Attribution Contact: 631-650-9933
  • Carport Y N: No
  • CurrentPrice: 950000.00
  • MlsMajorChangeType: Sold
  • CurrentPrice_By_LivingArea: 356.87453
  • ListPrice_By_LivingArea: 371.52517
  • ListPrice_By_OriginalListPrice: 0.94190
  • ListPrice_By_LotSizeAcres: 1412857.1429
  • LivingAreaSearchSqFt: 2662.00
  • CurrentPrice_By_BuildingAreaTotal: 356.87453
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer
  • Interior Amenities: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining, Open Kitchen
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2662
  • Basement YN: No

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Oil
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle School: Islip Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.7
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 30492
  • Parcel Number: 0500-422-00-02-00-027-000
  • Property Attached: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18036
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Maud S Sherwood Elementary School
  • High School: Islip High School
  • Middle School District: Islip

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2006

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 1997
Sold by
Burns Ronald C
Bought by
Burns Catherine C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 1997
Sold by
Burns Catherine C
Bought by
Cortese Michael and Cortese Louise
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Deed $223,500 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/24/2025 12/24/25 Sold $950,000 -3.9% $357 / Sq Ft
12/08/2025 12/08/25 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2025 09/25/25 Price Changed $989,000 -5.8% $372 / Sq Ft
07/28/2025 07/28/25 For Sale $1,050,000 -- $394 / Sq Ft
Source: OneKey® MLS

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 -- $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2023 -- $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2022 $14,771 $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2021 $14,771 $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2020 $15,619 $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2019 $14,771 $0 $0 $0
2018 -- $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2017 $14,845 $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2016 $14,783 $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2015 -- $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
2014 -- $56,600 $19,100 $37,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: OneKey® MLS

MLS Number: 894403

OneKey® MLS

APN: 0500-422-00-02-00-027-000