Property taxes in ZIP 11970
ZIP 11970 has 165 parcels in Suffolk County, including 153 single-family homes. The median home is valued at $634,804.
- Median home value
- $635k
- Most homes $383k to $1.10M
- Single-family homes
- 153
- of 165 parcels
- School districts
- 4
- serving this ZIP code
School districts in ZIP 11970
Homes in 11970 are zoned into these school districts. The school portion is typically 60–75% of the bill, so the district on your tax bill matters more than the ZIP on your mail.
- Riverhead161 parcels in this ZIP $8,948161 parcels
- Mattituck-Cutchogue2 parcels in this ZIP $10,0502 parcels
- Oysterponds1 parcels in this ZIP $7,1381 parcels
- Southold1 parcels in this ZIP $9,8741 parcels
Frequently asked questions
What is the average property tax in ZIP 11970?
It depends on the school district. Within one ZIP code, bills can differ two- or threefold between districts. Use the property tax calculator for an estimate on any address.
What county is ZIP 11970 in?
ZIP 11970 is in Suffolk County.
How do I lower property taxes in this ZIP code?
Apply for every exemption you qualify for (STAR, Enhanced STAR, senior, veterans) and consider a tax grievance if comparable homes nearby are assessed lower than yours.
Tracking property tax in 11970?
One short email when rates, exemption deadlines or grievance windows change.
Methodology and sources
- Parcels and assessment values: NY State Office of Real Property Tax Services (ORPTS) combined parcel file, roll year 2025.
- ZIP to hamlet names: USPS ZIP code areas and Long Island hamlet names.
Estimates only, not professional advice.