Seaford, NY 11783 · Town of Hempstead
Seaford, NY Real Estate
Thinking about selling your Seaford home? Here’s what a lifelong Seaford local wants you to know first.
Your Seaford neighbor
Born and raised in Seaford.
I was born and raised in Seaford and graduated from Seaford High School. My family has been helping people buy and sell homes on this part of the South Shore since my grandmother started our brokerage in 1984.
If you’re thinking about selling your Seaford home, or buying here, this page covers what I’d want you to know first. For a free, no-pressure pricing review based on recent sales near your home, call or text me at (516) 709-5046.
Seaford at a glance
What makes Seaford, Seaford.
Location
A South Shore hamlet in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County. ZIP code 11783, with about 15,000 residents (2020 Census).
Schools
Most of Seaford is in the Seaford Union Free School District: Seaford Harbor and Seaford Manor elementary schools, Seaford Middle School and Seaford High School. Some homes north of Jerusalem Avenue are zoned for Levittown, Island Trees or Plainedge, so always confirm by address.
Getting around
The Seaford LIRR station is on the Babylon Branch. Sunrise Highway, Merrick Road and the Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway (Route 135) run through town, and the Wantagh Parkway to Jones Beach is minutes away.
Parks and the water
Tackapausha Museum and Preserve, Cedar Creek Park and Washington Avenue Park, plus water access to South Oyster Bay from the neighborhoods south of Merrick Road.
Seller tips
What helps a Seaford home sell for top dollar
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Know your school district
It’s one of the first questions Seaford buyers ask. I’ll confirm yours before we list so the listing is accurate.
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Price off your block, not the ZIP code
A canal-front home south of Merrick Road, a ranch near the station and a home north of Jerusalem Avenue can sell at very different prices. I price from the closest comparable sales.
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Have your Certificates of Occupancy in order
Buyers’ attorneys check Town of Hempstead records for additions, decks, pools, dormers and finished basements. Open permits or missing COs are one of the most common causes of closing delays, so it pays to check early.
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Get ahead of flood questions
Homes near the water get asked about flood zones, elevation certificates, bulkheads and flood insurance. Having those answers ready keeps buyers confident.
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Prep and timing matter
A clear plan for repairs and staging and the right list date make a measurable difference in how many buyers come through the door.
How I market Seaford homes
Not just an MLS listing and a yard sign.
A lot of listings go on the MLS, get a sign out front and wait for a buyer to find them. That’s not how I work. I market every home actively and aggressively to put it in front of the largest possible pool of buyers, because more qualified buyers competing for your home is what drives the strongest price.
Professional photography
Every listing is shot by a professional photographer, so your home makes a strong first impression online, where buyers start their search.
Walkthrough video for social
Your home gets its own video tour, built to be shared on social media so it reaches buyers who aren’t scrolling the MLS yet.
Zillow 3D Home Tour
Buyers can walk through your home room by room from their phone or computer, so the people who book a showing already love the layout.
Active, aggressive outreach
On top of the MLS, I use a range of marketing techniques to build buzz and bring in buyers from every direction, tailored to each home.
I don’t put my whole playbook on a website. Curious how I’d market your Seaford home?
What Seaford sellers say
Recent Seaford sales, 5-star reviews
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“He listened to exactly what was important to me as a seller. In less than 24 hours we had multiple over asking offers!”
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“We can’t say enough about Russ and what he did for us selling our family home. His level of professionalism and knowledge is amazing.”
FAQs
Seaford home selling FAQs
What school district is my Seaford home in?
Most Seaford homes are in the Seaford Union Free School District. Some homes north of Jerusalem Avenue are in the Levittown, Island Trees or Plainedge districts. District lines follow addresses, not ZIP codes, so I confirm each home individually.
Do I need Certificates of Occupancy to sell my house in Seaford?
Buyers’ attorneys and lenders typically review Town of Hempstead building records. If you’ve added a deck, pool, dormer, extension or finished basement, make sure the permits are closed and the COs are on file. Fixing this before you list is far easier than during a deal.
Is my Seaford home in a flood zone?
Many homes south of Merrick Road, especially near the canals and Seaford Harbor, are in FEMA flood zones. New York sellers must complete a Property Condition Disclosure Statement that includes flood-related questions, so it helps to gather your flood insurance and elevation information early.
How do I find out what my Seaford home is worth?
Online estimates can miss by a wide margin on Long Island. Call or text me at (516) 709-5046 and I’ll put together a pricing review from the most recent comparable sales near you, at no cost and no obligation.
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