Great River, NY Homes for Rent

Great River, NY is a small community known for its seclusion and natural surroundings, bordered by the Connetquot River, Nicoll Bay, and Great South Bay. Residents enjoy the quiet, car-dependent lifestyle, with groceries and shopping available in nearby East Islip. The community features a unique postal system where residents walk to the local post office, fostering a sense of connection. Heckscher State Park, covering 1,600 acres, offers attractions such as hiking and biking trails, disc golf, camp sites, and beaches ideal for kayaking and canoeing. The Bayard Cutting Arboretum, a 691-acre park, serves as a "museum of trees" and hosts various events, including art classes and garden tea parties. Timber Point Golf Course provides public golfing options with scenic views. Homes in Great River range from ranch-style and colonial to split-level and hi-ranches, often with large yards and tree-lined streets. Inland homes start around $650,000, while riverfront properties with private docks range from $1 million to $3.5 million. The area is safer than the national average. The East Islip Union Free School District is highly rated, with East Islip Middle School and East Islip High School receiving A-minus grades. Dining options include Great River Deli and George Martin’s Strip Steak, with additional choices in East Islip. Major highways and a Long Island Rail Road station provide easy access to Manhattan, while Long Island MacArthur Airport is 9 miles away.