Welcome to this exceptional colonial residence in the heart of Saint James, located within the highly regarded Smithtown Central School District. Blending timeless design with outstanding flexibility, this home offers an ideal opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors.
Step inside to a bright, spacious layout featuring a formal living room, an elegant dining area, a large eat-in kitchen, a family room, and hardwood floors throughout. The interior has been recently updated, including newly installed dishwasher and laundry appliances, providing a move-in-ready experience.
The home offers 8 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, delivering generous space for extended family, guests, or flexible living arrangements. A key highlight is the dual-level configuration, allowing the first and second floors to function as independent living spaces—perfect for owner-occupied living with rental income or for multigenerational households seeking privacy.
Additional features include a partially finished basement, attached garage, brand-new asphalt driveway, and two separate electric meters, making rental management efficient and cost-effective.
Location is truly exceptional: approximately a 3-minute walk to the Saint James LIRR station, with just one stop to the Stony Brook station, offering direct access to Stony Brook University. The property is also about 8-minute drive to the university, further enhancing its appeal to both end users and investors.
Set on a generous lot in a quiet, established neighborhood, this versatile home combines convenience, income potential, and long-term value in one of the area’s most desirable locations.
Sold for $820,000
$820,000
165 5th Street, Saint James, NY 11780
8beds
3,000sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1972
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$822,900 Zestimate®
$273/sqft
$5,627 Estimated rent
Home value
$822,900
$749,000 - $905,000
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Listed by:
Ronge Fu 646-269-5139,
Modern Realty and Management 631-675-0860
Bought with:
Ronge Fu, 10401326971
Modern Realty and Management
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 957631
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Description: with full bathroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Description: single bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Description: oversized single bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Description: single bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Description: single bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Description: single bedroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Description: full bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Description: hallway full bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Description: full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom 2
- Description: hallway full bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Description: single bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Description: in the master bedroom
- Level: Second
Den
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Storage, Walk Through Kitchen
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Attic: Pull Stairs
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,000
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, On Street, Private
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 10,454 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 0800056000400036000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Trash Collection Public, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Saint James
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Sold | $820,000-12.7%$273/sqft |
Source:  OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #957631 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Pending sale | $939,800$313/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #957631 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $939,800+0.2%$313/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #957631 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2025 | Listing removed | $938,000$313/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #907297 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $938,000+40.4%$313/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #907297 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2020 | Listing removed | $668,000$223/sqft |
Source: Realty Connect USA L I Inc #10937109 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2020 | Price change | $668,000-0.1%$223/sqft |
Source: Realty Connect USA L I Inc #3250409 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $669,000+39.4%$223/sqft |
Source: Realty Connect USA L I Inc #3250409 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2019 | Sold | $480,000+146.2%$160/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/1994 | Sold | $195,000$65/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2024 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2023 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2022 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2021 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2020 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2019 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2018 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2017 | $15,547 | $7,430 |
| 2016 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2015 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2014 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2013 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2012 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2010 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2009 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2008 | -- | $7,430 |
| 2007 | $13,920 +21.3% | $7,430 |
| 2005 | $11,479 +7.9% | $7,430 |
| 2004 | $10,633 +70.1% | $7,430 +66.4% |
| 2003 | $6,250 +7.9% | $4,465 |
| 2002 | $5,792 | $4,465 |
| 2001 | -- | $4,465 |
| 2000 | $5,165 | $4,465 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 11780
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Saint James Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Nesaquake Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Smithtown High School EastGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St James Elementary School
- Middle: Nesaquake Middle School
- High: Smithtown High School-East
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- New York
- Suffolk County
- Saint James
- 11780
- 165 5th Street
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