$848,000
PENDING $79K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $5,049/month

Total Views 16,872
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,851 Sq Ft
$458 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Pre War Building
  • Patio
  • Heating System Uses Oil

About This Home

A truly exceptional home on prime City Island! The Certificate of Occupancy of this special property is a desirable 2-family. - Currently used as an expansive one-family home with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half-bathroom.
An excellent layout over 3 spacious floors - plus a full basement with laundry, storage, egress etc.
Direct access from the open-planned and generous chef's kitchen to the extensive deck with your very own integrated pool!

In addition to the living room, dining room, kitchen, and full bathroom on the first floor, there is an additional room with closets that can be used as an office or a den - according to your preference. The primary bedroom, and one guest bedroom are on the second floor - both with access to the extra-large bathroom. Two additional bedrooms, and a den make up the versatile attic / third full floor, with charming slanted ceilings. Use your creativity and apply your unique lifestyle preference to the third floor - it can be anything you desire!
- A studio space, a guest suite, or perhaps converted to a spectacular master suite! - The opportunities are endless.

Built in the early 1900's, this home presents appealing prewar details of arched doorways, high ceilings, and a plethora of windows - including the gorgeous bay-windows with a built-in banquette in the dining room.
551 Minnieford Avenue's ideal floor plan of south, west, east and north orientation, fills this home with beautiful light from sunrise to sunset. This property also sits on a sizable 5,000 sqft corner lot, and is only a few steps to a private beach.
Enjoy pleasing open views from every corner and every window of this property - featuring treetops, water, and sailboats from the very near Boat club!
Private driveway for 3 cars, and a front porch adorned with original shiplap ceiling - this property has great curb appeal and is at an excellent location on the wonderful City Island.

551 Minnieford Ave has been owned by the same family for 40 years and has been lovingly cared for, and updated.

A property to fall in love with! - A home you will not grow out of.

Floor plans also enclosed. Property sold as is.

For more information, to book a showing, or to receive a walkthrough video of the property; please contact the listing agent directly.

Listing Agent

Sandra Salander

R New York License #10401234338 Listed on: 05/17/2025

R New York

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,215

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50.00 x 100.00

Home Design

  • Single Family Detached Home
  • Pre War Building

Interior Spaces

  • 1,851 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Heating System Uses Oil

Community Details

  • City Island Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0114 / 5635

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,215

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Cross Street/Kilroe Street
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: City Island
  • Architectural Style: Prewar, Walk-Up
  • Structure Type: House
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Living Area: 1851.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
  • Patio/Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: See Remarks
  • Heating: Oil
  • Heating: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 5000.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Total Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1901

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 5635
  • Tax Lot: 0114
  • Tax Annual: 7215.0

Multi Family

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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
2025 $7,202 $39,496 $12,220 $27,276
2024 $7,202 $39,139 $14,118 $25,021
2023 $7,135 $36,924 $11,600 $25,324
2022 $6,301 $35,940 $13,440 $22,500
2021 $7,028 $36,720 $13,440 $23,280
2020 $6,730 $39,300 $13,440 $25,860
2019 $6,530 $39,120 $13,440 $25,680
2018 $5,975 $30,770 $9,832 $20,938
2017 $5,618 $29,030 $11,003 $18,027
2016 $5,494 $29,030 $13,298 $15,732
2015 $3,083 $27,660 $14,940 $12,720
2014 $3,083 $27,180 $13,167 $14,013
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/16/2025 11/16/25 Off Market $848,000 -- --
11/13/2025 11/13/25 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Price Changed $848,000 -5.6% $458 / Sq Ft
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Price Changed $898,000 -3.1% $485 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 For Sale $927,000 -- $501 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS20024929

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 05635-0114