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  • Price cut: $26K (8/7)
    $649,000

    96 California Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550

    3beds
    1,434sqft
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1924
    5,100 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $453/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Detached two-car garageMature privacy hedgesHardwood flooringEnclosed porch
    Classic Colonial Charm with Endless Possibilities in the Heart of Hempstead! Welcome to 96 California Avenue, a timeless Colonial situated on a generous 47’ x 100’ corner property offering an exceptional opportunity to create the home you’ve always envisioned. Filled with character, space, and potential, this home is ready for its next chapter and awaits a buyer with vision and creativity. Step inside to discover hardwood flooring, an enclosed porch, generous living areas, eat-in kitchen with ample space for everyday living and entertaining. The flexible floor plan provides multiple finished living areas that can accommodate today’s evolving lifestyle, whether for a home office, guest accommodations, recreation room, hobbies, or other personal needs. Additional features include a full basement, detached two-car garage, long private driveway with ample parking, mature privacy hedges, and spacious outdoor areas offering endless possibilities for relaxation, gardening, or entertaining. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, public transportation, and major roadways, this property combines location, space, and opportunity in one of Hempstead’s established residential neighborhoods. A rare opportunity to own a home with exceptional potential and make it uniquely your own.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Keller Williams Legendary 516-328-8600,

    Nancy Mosca AHWD CBR E-PRO MRP PSA 347-987-8892

    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1027134MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Oven, Gas Range
      Features
      • Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Full,See Remarks
      • Attic: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,434
      • Total interior livable area: 1,434 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Porch
      Lot
      • Size: 5,100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 47 x 100
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2013342740002390
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Frame
      Condition
      • Actual
      • Year built: 1924

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Hempstead

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $453/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $279,000
      • Annual tax amount: $12,047
      • Date on market: 7/22/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 43 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        Not available

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/7/2026Price change$649,000-3.9%$453/sqft
        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1027134 Report a problem
        7/23/2026Listed for sale$675,000+170%$471/sqft
        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1027134 Report a problem
        6/17/2004Sold$250,000$174/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024-- $279 -1.1%
        2023-- $282
        2022-- $282
        2021$4,542 +0.9%--
        2020$4,502 -9%$356 -6.6%
        2019$4,947 $381 -6.4%
        2018$4,947 -0.2%$407 -5.8%
        2017$4,955 -0.9%$432 -5.7%
        2016$4,998 +518%$458 -5.2%
        2015$809 +2.7%$483 -4.9%
        2013$788 -5%$508 -13.6%
        2012$829 -77.8%$588
        2011$3,741 -6.8%$588 -20.9%
        2010$4,015 $743 -11.4%
        2009-- $839 +5.9%
        2008-- $792 +5.9%
        2006-- $748 -39.3%
        2005-- $1,233 -28.2%
        2004-- $1,718
        2003-- $1,718 -53.6%
        2002-- $3,700
        2001-- $3,700
        2000-- $3,700
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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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: 11550

        Getting around

        72 / 100
        Very Walkable
        57 / 100
        Good Transit
        52 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Barack Obama Elemen School
        • Middle: Alverta B Gray Schultz Middle Sch
        • High: Hempstead 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.

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