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Long Island Waterfront Homes

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Real Estate Agent with Westcott Group Real Estate Company

Long Island WaterfrontThe great diversity of waterfront homes on Long Island would come as a surprise to many people, including Long Islanders that have lived here their whole lives.  While there are many ties that bind us together, there are also a number of differences that segment us into our own sort of sub-cultures.  The key lines of demarcation are the counties (Nassau and Suffolk), the shores (North and South) and the east end forks (North and South)

 

Although people outside of Long Island tend to lump us together into one group, the fact of the matter is that many Long Islanders are drawn to the areas where they were raised, and would prefer not to live beyond certain lines of demarcation.  While there is definitely some crossover, people raised in Nassau County usually end up staying there, as do people from Suffolk County.  But perhaps the greatest loyalty is determined by the shorelines and the bodies of water that define an area.

 

The Long Island Sound is the large body of water on the northern shores of Long Island, spanning from Queens to beyond the north fork at the end of Suffolk County.  Most of the south shore is situated upon bays (Great South Bay being the largest), although some areas to the south border the Atlantic Ocean. Long Islanders typically gravitate towards the body of water that is closest to where they were raised.  And though it might seem strange to people that don't live on Long Island, each area really does have its own personality.

 

It stands to reason that people living on an island are desirous of having a home on the water, and there are many types waterfront homes on Long Island to choose from.  Though the majority of waterfront homes on Long Island are situated upon a bay or the Long Island Sound, there are also waterfront homes available on harbors, rivers and lakes. Many of the homes near the bays are situated on a navigable canal, which is important to boating enthusiasts that are looking for bulkhead.

  

Living on Long Island affords homebuyers the opportunity to find the waterfront home that best fits their wants and needs.  Long Island is the perfect place to live if you are an avid boater, or just someone that enjoys the serenity of living on the water.  Below, you will find examples of the different types of waterfront homes that Long Island has to offer, in addition to links to various price ranges.  As you click on the price ranges, you will be directed to a list of towns that currently have waterfront homes on the market.  Each town is a link that can be clicked on to find :  population figures, social indicators, economic indicators, demographic information and school information.

 

Long Island Waterfront Homes ~ $5,000,000 and up

Long Island Waterfront Homes ~ $2,000,000 - $4,999,999

Long Island Waterfront Homes ~ $1,000,000 - $1,999,999

Long Island Waterfront Homes ~ $500,000 - $999,999

Long Island Waterfront Homes Under $500,000

 

The following is a sampling of the types of waterfront homes that can be found on Long Island:

OCEAN FRONT HOME AND VIEW

 

 

SOUND FRONT HOME AND VIEW

 

 

HARBOR FRONT HOME AND VIEW

 

BAY FRONT HOME AND VIEW

 

RIVER FRONT HOME AND VIEW

 

CANAL FRONT HOME AND VIEW

 

LAKE FRONT HOME AND VIEW

 

This post is being used as an introduction to waterfront homes on Long Island, and as a foundation of a post that will appear weekly, listing the waterfront homes that came on the market during the previous week.  Please check back each week for waterfront homes updates, or if you prefer, you may contact me and ask to be put onto an e-mail list to receive the updates automatically.  My contact information is listed below.  

 

About The Author

Adam Waldman is a Long Island Residential Real Estate Professional that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate on Long Island, from bank owned homes to new construction to waterfront property, and everything in between. Adam is a Relocation Specialist that has created a network of real estate professionals throughout the country in an effort to assist relocating Long Islanders in their transition to new areas. These professionals are experts in the field of relocation and can serve many purposes beyond a simple home search. In addition to being a Relocation Specialist, Adam also holds the designations of Certified Buyer Representative (CBR), Senior Residential Specialist (SRES) and e-PRO.

Please visit www.TheLIReloGuy.com for your relocation needs and www.AdamWaldman.com for your local needs.

Adam Waldman - RE/MAX Best - 631-357-2036 - adam@AdamWaldman.com

Comments (25)

Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

THOM:  Thanks for your comment.  Since you can't pass Long Island on the way to anything, most people come to Long Island for specific reasons if they don't live here, so that's probably why you never made it for a visit.  I'm glad that you learned something from this post, and that you found ZipSkinny helpful.  It is something that I discovered on Active Rain (Debe Maxwell's post), and it is a site that I refer many homebuyers to now. 

May 26, 2008 12:36 AM
Jeff&Grace Safrin
F.C.Tucker 1st Team Real Estate - Valparaiso, IN
SpousesSellingHousesTM

Wow Adam - Beautiful Listings and waterfront Settings in your marketplace - Congrats and hope they sell soon!

Sincerely,

Grace

May 26, 2008 08:47 AM
Katerina Gasset
The Gasset Group & Get It Done For Me Virtual Services - Provo, UT
Amplify Your Real Estate & Life Dreams!

Adam- I will take the house on the harbour, that view of the boats is gorgeous! Does it ever get warm enough to swim in the water there?

May 26, 2008 05:08 PM
Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

GRACE:  Thanks for your comment.  There are some great homes available on the water on Long Island.

May 26, 2008 11:56 PM
Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

KATERINA:  The harbor view seems to be a popular one.  As far as swimming is concerned, I guess it depends on your tolerance.  By the middle of the summer, the ocean, sound and bays are comfortable, but definitely not warm.  However, I was at the beach this weekend and a number of people were already swimming (even though the water was in the fifties).  I was NOT one of them, but my kids did play in the shallow part a bit.

May 26, 2008 11:58 PM
Debbie Summers
Charles Rutenberg Realty - New Smyrna Beach, FL

Adam...  Gorgeous homes and a lot of choices.  I'm pretty sure that I would be happy in any one of them.

May 27, 2008 03:09 AM
Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

DEBBIE:  I'm with you.  There really is something for most budgets and a variety of tastes on the water on Long Island.  Thanks for your comment.

May 27, 2008 06:56 AM
Anonymous
Blogger To Be Named Later

Adam, In Jersey we're crazy for Cocoa Puffs about our waterfront homes too. Something about being born near the water. We're like amphibians. You nailed it. 

May 27, 2008 01:39 PM
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Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

ANDREW:  We should consider ourselves lucky that we can just hit the beaches whenever we want.  For some people, the only way to get near water is to go on vacation.  Thanks for your comment, Andew.

May 27, 2008 02:51 PM
Vanessa Stalets
RE/MAX Elite - Brentwood, TN
REALTOR, Brentwood TN Homes, Real Estate

Adam, the explanations are fabulous and give an "outsider" such as myself, some idea of why Long Island waterfront Homes in specific areas are what a buyer might want over another area,and your obviously superior knowledge of such is a great boon to any client. Either way, the consumer looking for ANY Long Island Real Estate information should call Adam Waldman, the expert at Long Island relocation, listings, and home sales!

May 28, 2008 12:58 AM
Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

VANESSA:  Thank you for your very kind words.  I'm glad that I'm able to shine some light on the Long Island real estate market for those that may be interested in relocating to Long Island and for those that are already here.  The more information that I can provide about Long Island, the better it is for other agents around the country as well.  Thanks again for your comment, Vanessa.

May 28, 2008 01:17 AM
Margaret Woda
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. - Crofton, MD
Maryland Real Estate & Military Relocation

Good luck with this waterfront post!  The posts I've done about Maryland waterfront properties have generted high-end business that I otherwise never would have gotten.

May 28, 2008 04:28 AM
Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

MARGARET:  Thank you for sharing.  This post is the launching pad for a weekly post about waterfront homes on Long Island, so hopefully, it will be something that Long Island homebuyers looking for waterfront property read regularly.

May 28, 2008 04:33 AM
* Rate A Home
Rate A Home - Saugatuck, MI

Adam, great post and awesome homes!

May 28, 2008 10:59 PM
Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

DUANE:  Thanks for the support.  There really are some amazing waterfront homes on Long Island.

May 28, 2008 11:13 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Adam:  Great post for Localism!  Your photos are very inviting--who takes your photos?  The layout is also very eye-catching! 

Debe in Charlotte

May 29, 2008 12:57 AM
Adam Waldman
Westcott Group Real Estate Company - Hauppauge, NY
Realtor - Long Island

DEBE:  Thanks for the compliment.  I hope that this is helpful to Long Island homebuyers looking for waterfront homes.  I'm glad that you liked the layout.

May 29, 2008 01:18 AM
Joan Wexelbaum
Luxury Mortgage - Ridgefield, CT

Great job!  I grew up in Manhasset.  I miss the Island.  Out of towners have the wrong idea about this area.  It has so much beauty with its abundance of water, rolling hills and foliage.  Sure, the LIE is a nightmare - take 25A out to the Eastern most points and one will appreciate the beauty of Long Island - Thanks for the memories!

May 29, 2008 01:59 PM
Deb Brooks
Brooks Prime Properties Wichita Falls Texas - Wichita Falls, TX

Adam, did you notice all the SEO Melissa Grant threw in on your first comment?? I'm impressed with our Adam Waldman - Long Island REALTOR® : Long Island Relocation>> Long Island Real Estate too! Amazing how she did that! And hey, If I need Long Island Waterfront homes....I'll call you too. They do look beautiful. *wink*

Later in the rain~Deb

Jun 10, 2008 11:05 AM
Deb Brooks
Brooks Prime Properties Wichita Falls Texas - Wichita Falls, TX

Adam, please have a happy Father's Day! Later in the rain~DEB

Jun 14, 2008 04:14 PM