OAKDALE: 315 Shore Drive, 11769
DATE SOLD: October 11, 2024
PRICE: $1,915,000
SOLD BY: Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty
DETAILS: Described as a “Waterview estate,” located in the Idle Hour section of the hamlet of Oakdale, this grand property built in 2006 has five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a gated circular driveway, and a landscaped parcel with mature plantings extending over an acre. This interpretation of Beaux-Arts architecture has a stucco facade and sculptural detailing, including arch-topped windows. Custom moldings define the stately interior rooms. Natural light can be enjoyed from the floor-to-ceiling windows. A wainscoting paneled sitting room and den include raised fireplaces. The renovated kitchen has quartz island/countertops and top-of-the-line appliances, including a six-burner Wolf range, a wine fridge, and a Renato pizza oven. A covered and enclosed screened porch sits off the kitchen. The main level also features a grand suite bedroom, powder room, office with fireplace, and a grand-scale entertainment/game room. The second floor, with additional bedrooms and other spaces, can be accessed by either an elevator or a graceful staircase. The rear yard adjoins a nature preserve with a small stream and is close to a yacht club and ocean beaches.
EAST PATCHOGUE: 55 Roe Avenue, 11772
DATE SOLD: October 15, 2024
PRICE: $1,217,200
SOLD BY: Serhant, LLC
DETAILS: This circa 1929 house is where history and modern comfort meet. The “Sweezey House” is a colonial residence fully updated in 2022. It carries the Sweezey family legacy and has only changed hands three times since. The 3.600 square foot, five-bedroom, four-bathroom home has features like a gracious fountain on the property, a chef’s kitchen with a walk-in pantry, a majestic entertainment-style dining room with gas fireplace walk-in closets, as well as a pool house with a summer kitchen and guest quarters. A brand-new heated shotcrete pool with an adjoining Jacuzzi and lush property grounds that offer both privacy and sanctuary.
WEST ISLIP: 223 West Islip Road, 11795
DATE SOLD: October 10, 2024
PRICE: $1,801,900
SOLD BY: Jones Hollow Realty Group, Inc.
DETAILS: This Great Depression-era 4,500 square-foot Dutch Colonial has old-world charm, starting with a 350 square-foot lemonade porch with large columns at the front entrance. Almost every room has hardwood floors, custom moldings, millwork, and elegant wainscoting. Updated with energy-saving Andersen windows throughout the house, every room is bathed in natural light. The first floor includes a study with French doors, a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a granite chef’s kitchen with a large center island, custom cabinets, and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. The dining room has cathedral ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows. The second-floor master bedroom has water views and a walk-in closet. It has an adjoining bathroom with a custom shower, double vanity, and free-standing soaking tub. The third floor has a billiards room and lounge area. The rear yard offers 90 feet of canal frontage, a 20 x 40-foot boat slip with 100-amp service and a private beach. A second-floor balcony deck overlooks the canal. The rear yard has a heated saltwater pool with a waterfall, hot tub, and a koi pond. The detached garage also has a second-floor space with waterfront views, which would work as a guest suite or home office. An outdoor bar is beneath the second-floor deck, and the Great South Bay is only 500 feet from the boat slip.
BRIGHTWATERS: 165 South Winsor Avenue, 11718
DATE SOLD: September 30, 2024
PRICE: $1,315,700
SOLD BY: Signature Premier Properties
DETAILS: This home is an expanded Cape-style residence from the World War II era, has four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, and boasts a gourmet kitchen, complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, farm sink, and ample cabinetry. The first-floor master bedroom has an adjoining bathroom with a spa-like soaking tub. A finished basement offers the potential for a home gym, media room, or additional living space. There’s plenty of storage space. The landscaped backyard has a patio and outdoor shower, which is great for after a day at the beach. It is located just moments from the Great South Bay, with access to waterfront recreation, boating, and a quaint neighborhood with nearby dining and shopping.
SAYVILLE: 41 Kemi Lane, 11782
DATE SOLD: September 30, 2024
PRICE: $1,350,600
SOLD BY: Berkshire Hathaway
DETAILS: This postmodern colonial was custom-built in 2004 with five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms on a ¾-acre parcel with a heated saltwater in-ground swimming pool. The home has gas heat and is connected to the sewer line. Walk-in closets are in every bedroom, a smart-home security system has been installed, and a fully finished basement and a two-car garage with an epoxy floor.
BAY SHORE: 49 West Lane, 11706
DATE SOLD: September 24, 2024
PRICE: $1,500,000
SOLD BY: Tammy and Eric G Ramsay Jr Associates, LLC
DETAILS: Built in 1930, this six-bedroom/four-and-a-half-grand house is located in the much sought-after O’Conee Association in Bay Shore’s hamlet. This private association allows its residents exclusive boating and beach rights for unparalleled access to the Great South Bay. An inground swimming pool awaits, and a pool house is also on the property. The main house has hardwood floors, a gas fireplace, and central air conditioning. The detached two-car garage has a full attic that offers ample storage space.
All data and photos are courtesy of Zillow and OneKey MLS.
