A Charming Cape, Beautiful Grounds, and an Opportunity to Make It Your Own! Welcome to 411 Howells Road, a classic four-bedroom Cape situated on nearly one-third of an acre of picturesque, park-like grounds in the desirable West Islip School District. Offering approximately 1,200 square feet of living space, this home features hardwood floors, a versatile floor plan, and a full unfinished basement. Filled with character and potential, the interior offers a wonderful opportunity for its next owner to update, refresh, and personalize the living spaces to reflect their own style. Step outside and discover what makes this property especially appealing. Mature greenery and a generous backyard create a peaceful, tranquil setting with room to relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors. An existing patio, outdoor fireplace, and built-in barbecue area offer the foundation for an inviting outdoor retreat, with some restoration and improvements to bring the space to its full potential. The home would benefit from additional cosmetic updating and improvements, offering buyers the freedom to select their own finishes and create a space that truly feels like home. Thoughtfully priced to reflect its current condition, this property presents an appealing opportunity to enjoy a generous parcel and the West Islip School District while making improvements over time. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, Sunrise Highway, the Southern State Parkway, and Sagtikos State Parkway. A peaceful setting, a charming home, and the opportunity to make it your own. Discover the possibilities at 411 Howells Road.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$454Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Mark Lagnese• X Marks The Spot Home Svcs Inc
Islip, located between Great South Bay and the Connetquot River State Park Preserve, is a waterfront and suburban Brentwood neighborhood with salt-air marinas and leafy parkland. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Main Street near Islip Avenue, where low-slung storefronts, cafés, and local services set a steady, walkable rhythm. Architectural cues lean toward mid-century ranches and Cape-style homes, with pockets of newer infill along wider arterials. Islip’s shoreline geography shapes weekends around docks, bay views, and boat traffic. Community pillars include the Bayard Cutting Arboretum, the historic Islip Art Museum, and the Sayville Ferry Service for Fire Island days. Rail service at Islip station adds a commuter cadence without overpowering the residential feel.
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Offer insights
411 Howells Rd · $549,000
$579K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $579K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
8 days
The average home goes pending in 31 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.4%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
First floor bedroom
First floor full bath
6 total rooms
Full unfinished basement
Crawl attic
Bedrooms
First floor bedroom
Bathrooms
1 full bath
Kitchen
Gas cooktop
Gas oven
Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood flooring
Heating & cooling
Oil heating
No central air
Exterior features
Not waterfront
Home design
Single Family Residence
Parking
Driveway
No carport
Construction
Frame construction
Utilities
PSEG electric
Public sewer
Cable available
Electricity connected
Propane
Sewer connected
Public trash collection
Electricity and solar
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