87 Soundview Drive, Port Jefferson — Home Profile
Harbor Hills is one of Port Jefferson Village’s most established residential enclaves — a quiet, tree-covered neighborhood set back from the harbor but close enough that the ferry horn carries on a still morning. 87 Soundview Drive sits on a corner lot of more than half an acre within it, a 1957 split-level that has been thoroughly reimagined for the way people actually live now: open-concept main floor, a primary suite that commands more than 600 square feet, a lower level flexible enough for a home office or guest quarters, and a semi in-ground heated pool ready for summer. Residents of the Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson carry access to member-only beaches on the Long Island Sound — a detail that matters considerably at this address.
This profile compiles the verified property data, school district context, tax information, and neighborhood specifics that go beyond what any single listing page provides.
Property Details
The Basics
- StyleSplit-Level
- SubdivisionHarbor Hills Estates
- Bedrooms4
- Full Baths3
- Living Area2,900 sq ft
- Lot Size0.56 acres (24,394 sq ft)
- Year Built1957
- ConditionFully renovated
- Garage2-Car
- PoolSemi in-ground, heated
- LotCorner property
- HOANone
Systems & Utilities
- KitchenGas cooktop, modern cabinetry, wine storage, breakfast bar, quartz counters
- FlooringHardwood throughout
- WaterPublic
- WaterfrontNo — Village beach access included
Level by Level
- Main LevelOpen-concept living/dining, updated kitchen, electric fireplace, abundant natural light
- Upper LevelPrimary suite (600+ sq ft), vaulted ceiling, sitting area, two walk-in closets, spa ensuite; 2 additional bedrooms, updated hall bath
- Primary BathDouble sinks, jetted tub, large shower, separate water closet
- Lower LevelOffice with built-ins, TV/playroom, gym/flex room with sliding door to backyard, full bath, private outside entrance
- BasementMedia/entertainment room, laundry, storage
- OutdoorSemi in-ground heated pool, deck, landscaped grounds
Tax & Financial Data
Sourced from OneKey MLS and Compass listing data. Verify current bill with the Town of Brookhaven Tax Receiver prior to closing.
* Per Compass listing data. A tax grievance is currently in progress — the next owner is positioned to realize potential annual savings of approximately $2,000–$3,000 if successful. Tax grievance letter available from listing agent. Verify with Town of Brookhaven Tax Receiver at brookhavenny.gov. | Town: Brookhaven | Village: Port Jefferson | Tax Block: 0001 | Tax Lot: 10 | MLS# 962515
School District
Port Jefferson UFSD is one of Long Island’s smaller districts, which translates directly into smaller class sizes, strong community cohesion, and a high level of staff-to-student familiarity. Earl L. Vandermeulen High School is named for a former district superintendent and serves the incorporated village exclusively — enrollment here is geographically tight and community-rooted. Verify enrollment eligibility directly with the district at portjeffschools.org.
The Neighborhood
Resident Beach Access
As residents of the Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson, owners at this address have access to Village-exclusive beaches on the Long Island Sound. This is not a generic amenity — Sound-facing beach access for residents only is a meaningful quality-of-life distinction that buyers coming from outside the village often underestimate.
The Ferry & The Village
Port Jefferson Village — with its waterfront restaurants, live theater, boutique shops, and the ferry to Bridgeport, Connecticut — is minutes from Harbor Hills. The ferry connection is uniquely valuable for buyers who work in Fairfield County or need New England access without driving the length of Long Island.
Golf, Hospital & Marina
St. Charles Hospital is a short drive from Harbor Hills. The Port Jefferson Country Club golf course is nearby. Multiple private and public marinas give boaters direct access to Port Jefferson Harbor and the Long Island Sound — the full infrastructure of a self-contained coastal community is within a few minutes of this address.
LIRR Port Jefferson Branch
Port Jefferson is the terminus of the Port Jefferson Branch of the LIRR, connecting to Penn Station. Combined with the Bridgeport ferry, this address offers two independent routes to the broader metro area — a commuting flexibility that very few North Shore locations can match.
What Makes This Home Stand Out
Primary Suite Over 600 Square Feet
The primary suite here is a genuine retreat — more than 600 square feet with double doors, a vaulted ceiling, a sitting area, two custom walk-in closets, and a spa-caliber ensuite with double sinks, a jetted tub, a large shower, and a separate water closet. At this square footage and specification, the primary suite alone distinguishes this home from the majority of split-levels at this price point on the North Shore.
Lower Level With Private Outside Entrance
The lower level functions as a fully independent living zone — office with built-ins, TV room, gym/flex room with sliding door to the backyard, and a full bath, all accessible via a private outside entrance. For multigenerational households, remote workers, or buyers who need genuine separation between living and working space, this configuration is rare and practical.
Fully Renovated — Move-In Ready
A 1957 build that has been comprehensively updated means buyers inherit the bones of a well-constructed mid-century home with none of the deferred maintenance. Updated kitchen, updated bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout, open-concept main floor — the renovation covers the spaces buyers care about most, and the result is a home that reads as modern without the new-construction price premium.
Heated Pool on Half an Acre — Corner Lot
A semi in-ground heated pool extends the usable season on both ends of summer. The corner lot gives the property a rare sense of openness and privacy simultaneously — more yard frontage, better light, and less adjacency to neighboring structures than a standard interior lot of the same size.
Tax Grievance Already in Progress
At $20,630 annually, the current tax bill is among the considerations for buyers evaluating this property. A tax grievance is already filed — the next owner is positioned to inherit potential savings of approximately $2,000–$3,000 per year if the grievance is resolved favorably. The grievance letter is available from the listing agent. This is a meaningful financial detail that buyers should factor into their carrying cost analysis.
Village Membership — Beaches, Marina, Community
Ownership within the Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson is a distinct status on the North Shore. Resident-only beach access on Long Island Sound, proximity to the marina and harbor, and access to the full amenity infrastructure of one of the region’s most self-contained village communities — this is coastal North Shore living in a form that relatively few addresses on Long Island actually deliver.
