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$8,312 Closing Credit¹
#863508, Listing Office: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
$649,000 List price
51/2 Locust Ave Stony Brook, NY 11790
$7,707
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,006 sqft
0.6 acres
$645 / sqft
House
Property details
About 51/2 Locust Ave
Set in a quiet, wooded area, this Scandinavian-style home offers clean, modern design with a strong connection to nature. Large windows bring in plenty of natural light and provide views of the surrounding forest. The open floor plan includes a living area that flows into a functional kitchen with energy-efficient appliances and quartz countertops. Interiors are finished with whitewashed walls, light wood floors, and a simple, minimal aesthetic. The main bedroom overlooks the trees and offers a peaceful atmosphere. The bathroom features a walk-in rain shower and radiant heat. A third room serves well as a home office or extra guest space. Outside, a private patio and firepit area allow for easy outdoor living. Whether used as a primary residence, weekend retreat, or low-maintenance getaway, this home offers a quiet setting just minutes from hiking trails and a nearby village. With low taxes under $8,000, this property offers both value and convenience in one of the area’s most desirable communities.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingDuctless
Size1,006 sqft
Lot size0.61 Acres
Year built1938
MLS #863192
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Private Pool: No
- Exterior: Patio
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Ductless
- List Price: $649,000
- Price/SqFt: $645
- Year Built: 1938
- Living Area: 1,006 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.61 Acres
- MLS Number: 863192
- MLS Name: ONEKEY2
- Office Name: Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Rlty
- Office Phone: (631) 689-6980
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Nearby schools
8
Minnesauke Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.4 mi
•21 High Gate Dr
7
Nassakeag Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.5 mi
•490 Pond Path
7
Setauket Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.9 mi
•134 Main St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $122,170. Typical income of Stony Brook, NY residents is between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
13%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
38%
100k-200k
25%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
29%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Alternative
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Frequently asked questions
About 51/2 Locust Ave
The listing price of 51/2 Locust Ave property is $649,000.
The property 51/2 Locust Ave is a house located in Stony Brook, New York, 11790.
Active Listing: 51/2 Locust Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 51/2 Locust Ave are: Minnesauke Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Nassakeag Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Setauket Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Paul J Gelinas Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Port Jefferson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ward Melville Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Earl L Vandermeulen High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Smithtown High School East (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
The property at 51/2 Locust Ave has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 51/2 Locust Ave is 1,006 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 51/2 Locust Ave is 1938.
This home is located at 51/2 Locust Ave in Stony Brook, NY and zip code 11790 in the Town of Brookhaven neighborhood. This 1,006 square foot home, which was built in 1938, sits on a 0.61 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $649,000.
While more than 168 listings in Stony Brook, NY in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 34 listings sold at asking price, and more than 87 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Stony Brook, NY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 7.3%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $560,150, while the average time on the real estate market was 42 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.