Nassau County and Hempstead Town property record for 197 Kensington Rd, Lynbrook, NY 11563
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2.5 ba · 1,425 sqft · built 1937 |
| Lot Size | 0.115 acres (5,000 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $610,000 (Mar 2019) |
| Tax Bill | $12,493 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jun 2020 Loan Modification May 2020 Mortgage + 2 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 37-224-00-0210 |
| Primary APN | 37-224-00-0210 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Full Baths | 2.5 Baths |
|---|---|
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,425 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 1,615 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 645 sqft |
| Game Room | Game Room |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1937 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1937 |
| Architectural Style | Tudor |
| Exterior Material | Brick/Stone |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Foundation Type | Concrete |
| Roof Material | Slate |
| Lot Area | 5,000 sqft (0.115 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 100 ft deep x 50 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Garage Area | 190 sqft |
| Patio Area | 138 sqft |
| Balcony Area | 27 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Central |
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 37224 02100 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 197 KENSINGTON RD |
| City | LYNBROOK |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 11563-1223 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | TOWN #1 SCH DIST 012 |
| Legal Block | 224 |
| Legal Lot Number | 210 |
| Jurisdiction | NASSAU NY |
| Township / Civil Division | HEMPSTEAD |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3001 |
| Census Tract | 410200 |
197 Kensington Rd is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in March 2019.
Source: Nassau County and Hempstead Town records, as of June 17, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 197 KENSINGTON RD, LYNBROOK, NY 11563-1223 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2020 | Loan Modification, Consolidation and Extension, Mortgage MOVEMENT MTG |
| May 12, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage FREEDOM MTG |
| May 12, 2020 | Loan Modification, Consolidation and Extension, Mortgage · Conventional with PMI FREEDOM MTG |
| Mar 27, 2019 | Bargain and Sale Deed, Transfer OLD REPUBLIC NATIONAL TITLE |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Mar 27, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Mar 27, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 201926375 |
| Deed Book / Page | 13783 / 428 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Loan Modification, Consolidation and Extension |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NASSAU NY |
| Property Address | 197 KENSINGTON RD, LYNBROOK, NY 11563-1223 |
| Document Number | 0445490138 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Apr 12, 2021 |
| Title Company | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 27 CEDAR DR E PLAINVIEW NY 118032009, PLAINVIEW, NY 11803-2009 |
| Document Number | 0445490138 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sep 16, 2020 |
| Book Page | 044549/000138 |
| Instrument | 85233 |
| Name | MOVEMENT MTG |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | FORT MILL, SC 29707 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Sep 15, 2050 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 3.12% |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NASSAU NY |
| Property Address | 197 KENSINGTON RD, LYNBROOK, NY 11563-1223 |
| Document Number | 0445490042 |
| Instrument Date | May 12, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Oct 12, 2020 |
| Title Company | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 197 KENSINGTON RD LYNBROOK NY 115631223, LYNBROOK, NY 11563-1223 |
| Document Number | 0445490042 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sep 16, 2020 |
| Book Page | 044549/000042 |
| Instrument | 85219 |
| Name | FREEDOM MTG |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | MELVILLE, NY 11747 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 240 Months |
| Due | Sep 15, 2040 |
| Document Type | Loan Modification, Consolidation and Extension |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NASSAU NY |
| Property Address | 197 KENSINGTON RD, LYNBROOK, NY 11563-1223 |
| Document Number | 0445490053 |
| Instrument Date | May 12, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Apr 12, 2021 |
| Title Company | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 197 KENSINGTON RD LYNBROOK NY 115631223, LYNBROOK, NY 11563-1223 |
| Document Number | 0445490053 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sep 16, 2020 |
| Book Page | 044549/000053 |
| Instrument | 85220 |
| Name | FREEDOM MTG |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | MELVILLE, NY 11747 |
| Type | Conventional with PMI |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 240 Months |
| Due | Sep 15, 2040 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 3.25% |
| Document Type | Bargain and Sale Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | NASSAU NY |
| Recording Date | Mar 27, 2019 |
| Property Address | 197 KENSINGTON RD, LYNBROOK, NY 11563-1223 |
| Document Number | 0137830428 |
| Book / Page | 13783 / 428 |
| Map Reference | MAP 193 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 7, 2019 |
| Instrument | 2019-026375 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 14, 2021 |
| Title Company | OLD REPUBLIC NATIONAL TITLE |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $2,440.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Calculated from Transfer Tax |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Address | 4310 CRESCENT ST APT 2713, 2713, LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101-4281 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Kensington Rd was $12,493 with a homeowner's exemption.
Source: Nassau County and Hempstead Town assessment roll, as of June 17, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| County | Nassau County |
| County Subdivision | Hempstead Town |
| Unified School District | Malverne Union Free School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $439 Land $187 Building $252 | $439,000 | |
| 2025 | $12,493.00 | ||
| 2023 | $12,092.00 Additional exemption filed | $496 Land $217 Building $279 | $496,000 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 197 Kensington Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 2015.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective April 5, 2023 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (2015) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 1 of 1 |
| Most Recent Claim | May 2015 · other causes |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 197 Kensington Rd is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 99.1% of the US · lower than 99.2% of New York |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | LIBERTY UTILITIES NEW YORK - LYNBROOK private · serves 220,000 people · EPA ID NY2902835 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2023 |
| Lead | 5 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Corrosion control Jul 2025 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 882 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Optimum Fiber · Cable | 8,000 / 8,000 |
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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