For sale

$850,000

280 Van Cott Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735

4beds

1,629sqft

Duplex, Multi Family

Built in 1958

-- sqft lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$522/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Large private backyard

Exceptional investment opportunity in the highly desirable Village of Farmingdale! This legal two-family home is an ideal income-producing property, featuring two spacious 2-bedroom apartments with strong rental potential. A full basement offers additional storage and utility space, while the large, private backyard adds to the property's appeal for tenants. Located just minutes from the Village's thriving downtown, LIRR, shopping, dining, and major transportation, this property is well-positioned to attract long-term renters. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or occupy one unit while generating rental income from the other, this versatile property offers outstanding value and long-term appreciation potential.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Wall/Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Laundry: In Basement

Features

First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Formal Dining
Flooring: Wood
Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,629
Total interior livable area: 1,629 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Driveway
Garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced

Lot

Size: 8,710 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 2409492910004300
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family

Materials

Vinyl Siding

Condition

Year built: 1958

Utilities & green energy

Gas: Separate Gas Meters: 1
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Farmingdale

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $522/sqft
Tax assessed value: $556,960
Annual tax amount: $13,607
Date on market: 7/15/2026
Cumulative days on market: 6 days
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Electric utility on property: Yes

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/15/2026	Listed for sale	$850,000+42400%$522/sqft
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1025048 Report a problem
2/2/2019	Listing removed	$2,000$1/sqft
Source: Realty Connect USA Report a problem
1/26/2019	Sold	$2,000-99.6%$1/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
1/4/2019	Listed for rent	$2,000-20%$1/sqft
Source: Realty Connect USA LLC #3090244 Report a problem
1/14/2016	Listing removed	$2,500$2/sqft
Source: Daniel Gale Real Estate #2819893 Report a problem
1/8/2016	Listed for rent	$2,500$2/sqft
Source: Daniel Gale Real Estate #2819893 Report a problem
12/22/2015	Sold	$525,000-1.9%$322/sqft
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #L2795495 Report a problem
10/5/2015	Pending sale	$535,000$328/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 Prevete-Bastone Real Estate #2795495 Report a problem
9/11/2015	Listed for sale	$535,000+143.2%$328/sqft
Source: Century 21 Prevete Bastone #2795495 Report a problem
11/12/1997	Sold	$220,000$135/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	--	$556,960
2023	--	$556,960 +18%
2022	--	$472,000
2021	$12,831 +1.3%	--
2020	$12,672 +1.1%	$741 -11.5%
2019	$12,539	$837
2018	$12,539 +17.9%	$837
2017	$10,634 +7.1%	$837
2016	$9,925 +294.6%	$837
2015	$2,515 +7.2%	$837
2013	$2,347 +7.9%	$837
2012	$2,175 -65.5%	$837 -7.7%
2011	$6,296 +6.6%	$907 -2.3%
2010	$5,907	$928 -19.4%
2009	--	$1,151 +0.1%
2008	--	$1,150 +6%
2006	--	$1,085 -40%
2005	--	$1,809 -35.3%
2004	--	$2,797
2003	--	$2,797 -54.7%
2002	--	$6,180 -10%
2001	--	$6,870 +8.9%
2000	--	$6,310

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Monthly payment

Estimated monthly payment$1,822

Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 11735

Getting around

73 / 100

Very Walkable

53 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Northside Elementary School
Grades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
4/10
Howitt School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
7/10
Farmingdale Senior High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Woodward Parkway Elementary School
Middle: Howitt School
High: Farmingdale Senior High School

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.