Smithtown, NY Real Estate News

By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
As part of our Wednesday Water Views Series, here is a look at Hidden Ponds Townhouse community at Smithtown Long Island. If you're like our clients who are looking for a townhouse with a pond view, you too may be interested in Hidden Ponds.  Smithtown Long Island Pond View Townhouses At Hidden Ponds in Zip Code 11787 was opened in 1988. The community of Hidden Ponds can be reached by Route 347, between Mt. Pleasant Road and Terry Road. It offers amenities such as a coded gate entry, pools, tennis, gym, clubhouse, play area and of course lovely ponds throughout the community. The units at Hidden Ponds in Smithtown New York are all attached. There are some ranch floor plans, but mostly 2 story duplex units with the bedrooms on the upper level. Some of the units have a garage or a reserv...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
​If you're over 60 years of age and live in Smithtown Township on Long Island, the Smithtown Senior Citizen Department provides a full range of transportation services. Monday through Friday drivers take Smithtown residents to a variety of places including the Smith Haven Mall, Supermarkets, AMF Bowl, The Library, Doctor Appointments, Hospitals and more. The Smithtown Senior Citizen Department wants to ensure that seniors who do not drive be able to get out into the community on a regular basis and maintain their independence. The buses are all handicap accessible. The CDL drivers will provide curb to curb service for a round-trip fee of $2.00 or $1.00 one way.   Call: 631-265-8811 between 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. They request that seniors reserve a place one week in advance if possible. ...
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By David Bailey and Erika Bailey, "Creating Clients for Life" Cell # 631-589 3600
(The Mortgage Outlet NMLS # 36861)
I have noticed that many first time home buyers come to me confused by the various First Time Home Buyers in Smithtown New York, that are available to them for financing their first home.  This is just the tip of the ice berg as there is so much industry-specific terminology to learn and understand that the home buying process can be very intimidating to most new comers.I will try to explain in this article the most common First Time Home Buyers  in Smithtown New York so that you might better understand the options and requirements more clearly.  As always I am available as a reference if you have more specific questions about how these specific programs might get you your new home.Conventional Loans are typically processed through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Typically they require a 5%...
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By David Bailey and Erika Bailey, "Creating Clients for Life" Cell # 631-589 3600
(The Mortgage Outlet NMLS # 36861)
  Home for sale in Smithtown NY  11787 Or TEXT 756257 to 79564 To see if this property is still for sale   7 things you should not do when applying for a home loan click here          33 Ursular Ct Smithtown, NY 11787 Move Right in Expanded Cape Home   Photo Gallery   Virtual Tour   Property Map   Payment Info   Request Showing     Linda Paino Daytime: 6315893600 Evening: 6317678948 Price : $515,000 Bedrooms : 5 Bathrooms : 2.5 Square Foot : 2,412 Lot Size : 22,215 County : S Property Type : FSBO Year Built : 1968 click for more information and pictures Property Description This is the perfect home to MOVE RIGHT IN. Seller is offering a 15,000 seller concession towards closings costs with a full price offer. Down payment on this house is as low as 18025. Most aggressive FHA rates on Lon...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
 Where Are The Condos In Smithtown Long Island?  That's the question Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff were asked by potential buyers. Here is our list of Condos and Townhouses in Smithtown Long Island 11787: Hidden Ponds in Smithtown is a code-gated community located by Route 347. These are Townhouse and Ranch style units that was opened in 1988. They are attached in groupings. There's a clubhouse, pools, tennis, gym & ponds throughout the community. A monthly common charge maintains the common areas, and snow is shoveled. Willow Ridge At Smithtown Long Island is a homeowner's association community located by Jericho Turnpike Route 25A and St. Johnland. There is a clubhouse, pool & tennis. Opened in 1988  a monthly common charge maintains the common areas. These are attached units in grouping...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
This Townhouse is no longer available. Please contact our Cell: 631-805-4400 for current Long Island Condos for sale Lawrence " Larry" and Sheila Agranoff listed another Long Island Condo for Rent. This time it's a 2 bedroom 2.5 bath Townhouse at Hidden Ponds in Smithtown Long Island 11787.Hidden Ponds is a Townhouse within an established private gated community in The Smithtown School District #1. Located off Route 347, Hidden Ponds in Smithtown is nearby major roadways and shopping. It offers amenities including clubhouse, pool, gym, tennis and pretty ponds throughout the community.      (No longer available) Search Here For More Long Island Condos    
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
The Smithtown Township Arts Council presents a fine art exhibition called "The Ones That Got Away: Celebrating Long Island Artists" from now through February 8th 2013. Where: The Mills Pond House Gallery            660 Route 25A             St James NY 11780  Long Island Artists were given the opportunity to display their work that has never been recognized for any award in any show, despite the artists pride in their work. The gallery is open Monday through Friday 10-4 and Saturday-Sunday 12-4. Closed Holidays. Call 862-6575 for holiday schedules.Please contact gallery for all information. Please check with organization at above number for any additional information. If you have a good news local event on Long Island, you can email us and we will feature it on our blog.   Community eve...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
   Realtors's Larry and Sheila SOLD another Long Island Condo, this time it was a custom 2 bedroom 2.5 bath Townhouse at Hidden Ponds in Smithtown Long Island 11787. Hidden Ponds is a Townhouse community within an established gated private community in The Smithtown School District #1.    Located off Route 347, Hidden Ponds in Smithtown is nearby major roadways and shopping. It offers amenities including clubhouse, pool, gym, tennis and pretty ponds with spraying fountains throughout the community. Like our SOLD Townhouse, these are attached units in a pet friendly complex.   Call Larry and Sheila at 631-805-4400 to purchase a Re-Sale Condo at Hidden Ponds in Smithtown Long Island and enjoy all that this neighborhood has to offer. If you are looking to sell your present home, when you l...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
  This home is no longer available. Please call our Cell: 631-805-4400 for current Long Island Homes for sale                                                                              Sunset Lane  Smithtown, New York  11787       Smithtown Long Island House For Sale At Sunset Lane In Zip Code 11787 in Suffolk County New York is an Expanded Cape featuring Formal Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Eat-In-Kitchen, 2 or 3 bedrooms, 2 new full baths, unfinished basement with laundry, new central air conditioning, new 200 amp electric and refinished hardwood floors.                    Situated on The North Shore Of Long Island in Smithtown, and Suffolk County New York, this renovated Cape is For Sale on Sunset Lane.  Located within The Hauppauge School District #6, take a look at this nice h...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
Smithtown Long Island is once again hosting the 33rd Annual Christmas Parade. It is dedicated to the memory of Charles E. H. Lauder Jr who left in the line of duty.The Parade is scheduled for December 15 2012 starting at 5:00 p.m.There will also be a Food Drive so please bring non- perishable food to any of the Parade Viewing Locations:Redwood Lane at approximately 5:15 p.m.Meat Farms Shopping Center approximately 6:30 p.m.Smithtown H. S. West at approximately 8:00 p.m.All times are approximateSmithtown Fire Department requests to please try and keep cars off the road on Parade route. Parade route will be listed in local newspaper shortly.Enjoy this Annual fun event in Smithown Long Island! 
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
  Here we are again checking out the Smithtown Long Island Real Estate Market Report in the Smithtown School District #1 In Zip Code 11787 October 2012 for Homes sold.Smithtown Long Island covers several School Districts but for this report we are focusing on The Smithtown School District #1. As an overview, there were 10 single family homes sold in Smithtown in The Smithtown School District #1 in October 2012 and the average sold price was for this time period was $433,000. The average days on the market was 163 days. Sold prices ranged from $255,000 for a 4 bedroom 2 bath Colonial listed with lots of potential  to $698,000 for a 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial Style Floor Plan.These sales reflect those single family Homes that sold in Smithtown Long Island that were listed on multiple lis...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
Here's a Townhouse community that is nestled in Smithtown Long Island that you may not be familiar with. Opened in 1991, The Regency is one long winding road of attached townhouses in a private serene cul-de-sac setting on Stone Gate Ct in Smithtown Long Island 11787. It is situated in Suffolk County New York and Long Island's North Shore. You can reach The Regency in Smithtown by Route 25A and St. Johnland Road. This North Shore community has townhouses with 2 story living. Two floor plans were built here. There's The Avondale and The Buckingham. Each unit, in this pet friendly community, has central air conditioning, an attached garage, and a basement and is situated within the Smithtown School District #1. The Regency does not have amenities, but is a well-maintained community and is...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
Here we are again checking out the Smithtown Long Island Real Estate Market Report in the Smithtown School District #1 In Zip Code 11787 October 2012 for Homes sold.Smithtown Long Island covers several School Districts but for this report we are focusing on The Smithtown School District #1. As an overview, there were 10 single family homes sold in Smithtown in The Smithtown School District #1 in October 2012 and the average sold price was for this time period was $433,000. The average days on the market was 163 days. Sold prices ranged from $255,000 for a 4 bedroom 2 bath Colonial listed with lots of potential  to $698,000 for a 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial Style Floor Plan.These sales reflect those single family Homes that sold in Smithtown Long Island that were listed on multiple listi...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
Do you know anyone that is looking for a townhouse community in Smithtown Long Island?  How about Windcrest?   Situated in Smithtown Long Island, there is a private gated all-age community called Windcrest. You can navigate to this townhouse community just East of Terry Road and North of Route 347. Opened in 2002 on Long Island's North Shore, Windcrest features attached townhouses in a beautiful setting. This is a Planned Unit Development (PUD) run by a homeowner's association. It has 2 gated entrances with touch-pad code, a clubhouse, gym, pool, tennis and a relaxing gazebo overlooking the pond with spraying fountain. Windcrest in Smithtown offers 2 and 3 bedroom units. The Concord Floor Plan, when available, has the master bedroom on the main level. The other units are 2 story duplex ...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
Let’s check out the Smithtown Long Island Real Estate Market Report in the Smithtown School District #1 In Zip Code 11787 September 2012 for Homes sold.As an overview, there were 23 single family homes sold in Smithtown in The Smithtown School District #1 in September 2012 and the average sold price was for this time period was $472,000. The average days on the market was 115 days. Sold prices ranged from $195,000 for a 4 bedroom 1 bath Cape listed for investors and cash buyers to $820,000 for a 3 bedroom 3 bath Colonial at Stonebridge on Redan Drive.These sales reflect those single family Homes that sold in Smithtown Long Island that were listed on multiple listing service and do not include for sale by owner, non-member or non-published sales. Smithtown Long Island is located in Suffo...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
There's a quaint 55 and Over Community in Smithtown Long Island that buyers have contacted Realtor's Larry and Sheila about. Country View Estates, situated on Gazebo Lane in Smithtown, is a condo development for Adults 55 and Over. All of the units are attached in clusters with 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, and an Eat-In-Kitchen. They are either ground level or upper level garden apartment style. The ground level units have full basements.Located Right In The Heart of Smithtown, this community it is very convenient to plenty of shopping, restaurants, the Smithtown Library, the Smithtown Post Office, and the Long Island Railroad. All units include Central Air Conditioning, gas heat, a gas fireplace, and a walk-in closet in the Master Bedroom. Each unit also has an assigned parking space and ...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
  Let’s check out the Smithtown Long Island Real Estate Market Report in the Smithtown School District #1 In Zip Code 11787 August 2012 for Homes sold. As an overview, there were 10 single family homes sold in Smithtown in The Smithtown School District #1 in August 2012 and the average sold price was for this time period was $527,000. The average days on the market was 100 days. Sold prices ranged from $400,000 for a 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Ranch to $725,000 for a 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial Style House. These sales reflect those single family Homes that sold in Smithtown Long Island that were listed on multiple listing service and do not include for sale by owner, non-member or non-published sales.For additional information for The North Shore of Long Island please check out our website at...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
Let’s check out the Smithtown Long Island Real Estate Market Report in the Smithtown School District #1 In Zip Code 11787 August 2012 for Homes sold. As an overview, there were 10 single family homes sold in Smithtown in The Smithtown School District #1 in August 2012 and the average sold price was for this time period was $527,000. The average days on the market was 100 days. Sold prices ranged from $400,000 for a 3 bedroom 1.5 bath Ranch to $725,000 for a 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial Style House. These sales reflect those single family Homes that sold in Smithtown Long Island that were listed on multiple listing service and do not include for sale by owner, non-member or non-published sales.For additional information for The North Shore of Long Island please check out our website at ht...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
This home is o longer available. Call our Cell: 631-805-4400 for current Long Island homes for sale  Flamingo Drive Smithtown, New York 11787        Situated on The North Shore Of Long Island in Smithtown and Suffolk County New York, this beautiful Colonial Style Home is For Sale on Flamingo Drive. Newly Renovated Kitchen, this Home offers 4 Bedrooms, 3.5   Baths, Formal Living Room and Dining Room, Hardwood Floors, Full Finished Basement with Outside Entry and Room For Mom, Screened Porch, Huge 2+ Garage. Located within The Smithtown School District #1 on a .51 lot. This is A Great Home In Family Friendly Neighborhood. Updates 8 years ago include Andersen Windows, Roof & Siding, Insulation, Oil Burner. Smithtown Long Island is close-by to Major Roadways, Restaurants, Plenty of Shopping...
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By Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400, Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
(The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803)
Current Available Inventory - 253Current Median List Price - $439,000                                                                                                                 All Property TypesMonthCurrent YearPrior Year% Change Aug-2012 428,591 429,864 -0.3 Jul-2012 464,998 447,933 3.8 Jun-2012 431,255 472,500 -8.7 May-2012 388,438 450,263 -13.7 Apr-2012 404,955 422,409 -4.1 Mar-2012 411,201 410,749 0.1 Feb-2012 441,028 405,797 8.7 Jan-2012 457,850 472,278 -3.1 Dec-2011 400,808 440,354 -9.0 Nov-2011 371,625 467,212 -20.5 Oct-2011 390,120 461,321 -15.4 Sep-2011 473,109 443,997 6.6          Please Call Real estate Agents LAwrence & Sheila Agranoff for current details of the Long Island Real Etsate market. Cell: 631-805-4400 Search Here For Long Island Homes and Condos   compiled ...
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