Waterfront Estate on a Private Peninsula | Shelter Island, New York. Set on its own private peninsula and embraced by water on nearly every side, this extraordinary Shelter Island waterfront estate offers a level of privacy, serenity, and natural beauty that is rarely available. Surrounded by protected waters and framed by sweeping views from every room, the property captures the essence of refined coastal living in one of the East End's most coveted boating destinations. The two-story residence is perfectly positioned to maximize its remarkable setting, with expansive water vistas unfolding from virtually every living space. Sunlight pours through walls of glass, creating a seamless connection between the interiors and the ever-changing waterfront landscape beyond. Outside, the grounds are equally compelling. A relaxing pool overlooks the water, creating a spectacular setting for summer entertaining, while multiple outdoor living areas invite quiet mornings and al fresco dining against a backdrop of panoramic views. The peninsular is perfectly set up for a possible gazebo for sunset gatherings. For boating enthusiasts, the property's protected cove offers the ideal balance of shelter and accessibility. The private dock provides immediate access to open water, making spontaneous days on the bay effortless while ensuring safe harbor in virtually all conditions. Shelter Island is renowned for its boating lifestyle, protected harbors, and access to both the Hamptons and the North Fork, making waterfront properties with deep-water dockage particularly desirable. Rarely does a property combine such complete privacy, expansive waterfront frontage, protected dockage, and uninterrupted views in a single offering. This is a legacy estate where every room is connected to the water, every day begins with a view, and every arrival feels like an escape. Click on Virtual Tour "own a peninsula"
For sale
$5,795,000
8 Brander Pkwy, Shelter Island Heights, NY 11965
4beds
3,160sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
2.3 Acres Lot
$5,327,900 Zestimate®
$1,834/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Uninterrupted viewsTwo-story residenceSurrounded by protected waters
- 77 days
- 374
- 11
Zillow last checked:
Listed by:
Douglas Elliman Real Estate 631-537-7043,
Robert Evjen - Associate Real Estate Broker 516-885-3038
Source: Out East,MLS#: 396305
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Laundry
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,160
- Total interior livable area: 3,160 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: GarageDetached
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Has private pool: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Frontage type: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 2.3 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0700017000100025000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Shelter Island Heights
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,834/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,127,000
- Date on market: 6/13/2026
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Estimated market value
$5,327,900
$5.06M - $5.59M
$6,942/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,795,000+2797.5%$1,834/sqft |
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| 6/7/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $35,000+483.3%$11/sqft |
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| 8/1/2015 | Listing removed | $6,000$2/sqft |
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| 5/8/2015 | Listed for rent | $6,000$2/sqft |
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| 11/13/1996 | Sold | $200,000$63/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $3,127,000 +50.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $2,081,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $2,081,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $2,081,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $2,081,000 +0% |
| 2020 | -- | $2,080,000 -0.7% |
| 2019 | -- | $2,094,000 -12.4% |
| 2018 | -- | $2,390,000 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $14,031 | $2,317,000 +1.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $2,285,000 +3.9% |
| 2015 | -- | $2,200,000 +6% |
| 2014 | -- | $2,075,000 +4.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,993,000 +1.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,964,000 +0.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,955,000 -5.8% |
| 2007 | $10,382 +17.8% | $2,074,800 +54% |
| 2005 | $8,816 -4.2% | $1,347,000 +3% |
| 2004 | $9,203 -2.6% | $1,307,500 +0.2% |
| 2003 | $9,447 +26.8% | $1,305,400 +94.7% |
| 2002 | $7,452 | $670,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $670,300 +0.3% |
| 2000 | $6,977 | $668,300 |
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