Pending

$746,000

Est. $5,558/mo —

•

1,673

sq ft

79 Amherst Rd, Valley Stream, NY 11581

About this home

Welcome to this charming 1928 Gibson Colonial, where timeless character meets modern convenience. Offering approximately 1,678 square feet of living space, this beautifully maintained home is located in the highly desirable Gibson section of Valley Stream and within the Hewlett-Woodmere School District. The inviting first floor features a bright and spacious living room, a formal dining room perfect for entertaining, and an updated kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, cherry wood cabinetry, a wine cooler, a skylight, and a pass-through to the dining room. A brand-new refrigerator (July 2026) adds even more value. Rich oak and walnut inlaid hardwood floors and classic wood moldings add warmth and character throughout. The first floor also offers a versatile den or home office with a large pantry, as well as a full bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find an oversized primary bedroom, two additional generously sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a walk-up attic offering excellent storage or future expansion potential. The full basement provides abundant storage, a laundry area, and utility space. Additional updates include a newer gas hot water heater (2023). Taxes are Without STAR Which is approximately $1100. Taxes include Valley Stream Village Taxes of $2859.09 Tax grievance in process with PTRC and is Transferable. Buyer pays Any Savings. ** Outside, enjoy a side entrance leading to a PRIVATE FOUR CAR DRIVEWAY, a detached garage with a brand-new one-layer roof (July 2026), and a wood deck. Ideally situated just 0.2 miles from the Gibson LIRR station, this home offers an easy commute and is conveniently located near shopping, parks, restaurants, and major highways. A wonderful opportunity to own a classic Colonial in one of Valley Stream’s most sought-after neighborhoods! **Motivated Seller-All Offers Considered! **

Single-familyProperty Type

1928Year Built

4,000 sq ftLot Size

$446Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listing by Christine Sottilare • BH&G R E Realty Connect

Listing by Stefanie Fox • BH&G R E Realty Connect

Contact: recmrs86@aol.com

Listing updated: Sep 18, 2026 at 12:13pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1031501

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$5,558 per month

Principal and interest$4,071

Property taxes

$1,313

HOA dues

Home insurance

$174

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Hewlett Elementary School

Public 2-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Woodmere Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

George W Hewlett High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

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About

Hempstead

Hempstead, located between Hempstead Turnpike and Jerusalem Avenue, is a suburban and commercial Levittown neighborhood with postwar capes and ranches and a steady strip-retail rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Hempstead Turnpike at Wantagh Avenue, where diners, delis, and long-running storefronts sit beside auto shops and small service counters. Housing reads as classic Levittown-era streetscapes—low rooflines, tidy setbacks, and frequent additions that personalize the originals. Eisenhower Park sets a broad green edge for golf, fields, and long walks. Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and the Cradle of Aviation Museum add big-ticket events and museum days to the local calendar.

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Market insights

79 Amherst Rd · $746,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 29 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% above list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $904,034. (21% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

15% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
First-floor full bath
Entrance foyer
Formal dining room
Library/den
Full basement
Attic with pull-down stairs and walkup access

Bedrooms
8 total rooms (bedroom count not separately listed)

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Gas oven
Dishwasher
Wine refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer (appliances included)
Laundry in basement
Gas water heater

Flooring
Hardwood and wood floors

Heating & cooling
Hot water heating (natural gas)
Ductless cooling

Sale and tax history for 79 Amherst Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,893 (+2.7%)

$171 + $298

$469

2024

$12,558 (−4.5%)

$171 + $298

$469

2023

$13,150 (+1.6%)

$171 + $298

$469

2022

$12,939 (−30.4%)

$171 + $298

$469

2021

$18,603 (+46.8%)

$171 + $298

$469

2020

$12,670 (+28.3%)

$171 + $298

$469

2019

$9,875 (+8.5%)

$167 + $291

$458

2018

$9,099 (−26.0%)

$432 + $156

$588

2017

$12,296 (+4.4%)

$432 + $370

$802

2016

$11,773 (+9.5%)

$432 + $370

$802

2015

$10,749 (+7.3%)

$432 + $370

$802

2014

$10,022 (+9.6%)

$432 + $370

$802

2013

$9,142 (+13.3%)

$432 + $370

$802

2012

$8,071 (−3.6%)

$432 + $386

$818

2011

$8,369 (−7.5%)

$432 + $386

$818

2010

$9,051 (+4.7%)

$432 + $486

$918

2009

$8,642

$432 + $718

$1,150

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

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Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,673

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,673

Year built

1928

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Nassau County

APN

39055 00100

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.

R-1

Single-Family Residential District

This district is primarily composed of single-family dwellings on accredited or nonconforming lots of less than 5,000 sq ft or conforming lots of 5,000 sq ft or larger. Open space areas on all sides and separate yards characterize the detached dwellings

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

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Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space

Climate risks

5/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 33-45% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

70% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years

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Valley Stream, NY • 11581

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May

Jun

Jul

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Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

79/ 100

Good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.5 hrs

4.8 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 79 Amherst Rd

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $710,000 and $810,000.

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