Last Sold Price
4 beds3,673 sqft$365/sqft
18 Wilderness Rd, St. James, NY 11780

Description

This spectacular custom home boasts a dramatic open floor plan, soaring cathedral ceilings, and beach access rights within the Wilderness Property Owner's Association to a pristine stretch of Long Island Sound. With 4-bedrooms, 3.5-bathrooms, a spacious eat-in kitchen with professional-grade appliances by Viking, Wolf, Sub-Zero, and ASKO, and a luxurious, resort-inspired primary bedroom suite, this home is an airy retreat nestled on 2 bucolic acres. Heralded by the New York Times and Newsday as a...This spectacular custom home boasts a dramatic open floor plan, soaring cathedral ceilings, and beach access rights within the Wilderness Property Owner's Association to a pristine stretch of Long Island Sound. With 4-bedrooms, 3.5-bathrooms, a spacious eat-in kitchen with professional-grade appliances by Viking, Wolf, Sub-Zero, and ASKO, and a luxurious, resort-inspired primary bedroom suite, this home is an airy retreat nestled on 2 bucolic acres. Heralded by the New York Times and Newsday as a luxury alternative to the Hamptons, just 50 miles east of Manhattan, the Village of Nissequogue affords its residents a quiet escape that includes two private beaches, a private golf and tennis club, multiple equestrian facilities, hiking trails, vineyards, and a Village police and fire department. Showings by private appointment only.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/15/2025 12:00 AM

Listing Agents

  1. Tom Postilio

    Tom Postilio

    Listing Agent

    Compass Greater NY LLC

    P: (917) 543-0005

    M: (917) 543-0005

  2. Mickey Conlon

    Mickey Conlon

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass Greater NY LLC

    P: (917) 224-7177

    M: (631) 315-7965

Property Details for 18 Wilderness Road

Status
MLS #
882071
Days on Market
8
Taxes
$20,902 / year
HOA Fees
$850 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family
Year Built
1966
Lot Size
200.00 AC / 8,712,000 SF
City/Township
Smithtown
Architectural Style
Post Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Waterfront
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,400,000

Avg days on market

58

Sale-to-list ratio

103.2%

St. James, NY

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a front view of a house with a yard
1

$1,400,000

Sold 01/23/26

4
Bedrooms
4,100
Square Feet
0.89
Acres
$1,825,000 | 461 River Road, St. James, NY 11780
2

$1,825,000

Sold 01/06/25

4
Bedrooms
3,100
Square Feet
1.98
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage
3

$1,250,000

Sold 02/10/26

4
Bedrooms
3,250
Square Feet
0.25
Acres
$1,350,000 | 25 Pinoak Lane, St. James, NY 11780
4

$1,350,000

Sold 06/30/26

4
Bedrooms
2,942
Square Feet
2.18
Acres
$1,450,000 | Drive Pondview, St. James, NY 11780
5

$1,450,000

Sold 06/20/25

4
Bedrooms
3,500
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage
6

$1,130,000

Sold 09/16/24

4
Bedrooms
3,411
Square Feet
0.39
Acres
$1,450,000 | 3 The Hunt, St. James, NY 11780
7

$1,450,000

Sold 07/30/25

5
Bedrooms
3,600
Square Feet
2.1
Acres
a front view of a house with garden
8

$1,400,000

Sold 12/23/25

4
Bedrooms
2,460
Square Feet
0.61
Acres
$1,325,000 | 277 River Road, St. James, NY 11780
9

$1,325,000

Sold 06/25/26

4
Bedrooms
3,015
Square Feet
1.02
Acres

Location

Sold By Signature Premier Properties, Justin Soriano

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Building Information for 18 Wilderness Road

Stories-Year Built1966Building Size-Lot Size200.00 AC / 8,712,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,624 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,811

Property Taxes

$1,742

HOA Dues

$71

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Property Information for 18 Wilderness Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • State Or Province: NY
School Information
  • School District: Smithtown
  • Elementary School District: Smithtown
  • Elementary School: St James Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Smithtown
  • Middle Or Junior School: Nesaquake Middle School
  • High School District: Smithtown
  • High School: Smithtown High School-East
Rental
Rental
  • Lease Considered: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Building Units Total: 1
Taxes and HOA Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 0802-003-00-01-00-006-000
  • Tax Assessed Value: $9,695.00
  • Association Fee: $850.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Source: Municipality
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Association: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Open Floorplan, Post Modern, Public, Wood Burning
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Range, Washer
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Basement: See Remarks
  • Attic Description: Full
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Location Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling
  • Living Area: 3673
  • Basement: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Pool Private: No
Lot Information
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Baseboard
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: See Remarks
Green Features
  • Green Features: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Range, Washer, Baseboard
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Down Payment Resource: No

Property History for 18 Wilderness Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 15, 2025

Sold

ONEKEY #882071

$1,340,000
Aug 12, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1923642875

$1,340,000

+12.5% / yr

Jul 3, 2025

Pending

ONEKEY #882071

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/15/2025

Sold

ONEKEY #882071

$1,340,000
08/12/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1923642875

$1,340,000

+12.5% / yr

07/03/2025

Pending

ONEKEY #882071

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 18 Wilderness Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,200Additions$8,495Total$9,695
Tax Record2024$20,352 ($1,696 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,082 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,082 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1966Year Renovated1966CountySUFFOLKAPN0802-003.00-01.00-006.000

Schools near 18 Wilderness Road

This home is within Smithtown Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Saint James Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Nesaquake Middle School
Public6 to 8

Smithtown High School East
Public9 to 12

Accompsett Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 18 Wilderness Road, St. James, NY 11780
$1,340,000
4
3,673
8,712,000
$650,000
4
2.5
2,959
87,120
$1,500,000
5
95,832
$600,000
4
87,120
$765,000
87,120
$600,000
4
3
3,164
87,120

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