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Amagansett

Amagansett

Located in Suffolk County

$3,701,513 Average Value
$1,860 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

Pristine beaches and an art-loving community

Amagansett, a Montaukett word that means “place of good water,” is a fitting name for this neighborhood of unspoiled beaches, parks, estates and lovingly kept homes, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and Napeague Bay on the other. “You can never get too far from the waterfront,” says Karen Benvenuto, a Realtor with Compass who lives in the community and knows how its small-town charm attracts homebuyers. Efforts to preserve the land from development over the past several decades have helped maintain the neighborhood’s appeal. “Anybody can be anybody in Amagansett,” Benvenuto says. “You’ll meet people who have lived in the community for generations and CEOs who have just arrived. Everyone wears flip-flops here, stores are independently owned, and the parks and beaches are some of the most pristine in the country.”

The area also has a fascinating history, from German spies being dropped off on the beach by a submarine in 1942 for a sabotaging mission to a longstanding relationship with various forms of art. “Amagansett benefitted from the arts community for the last 50 or 60 years, and it’s still very much a part of the community, whether it be painters, sculptors, actors,” says Michael Petersohn, a licensed real estate salesperson at Brown Harris Stevens who has lived and sold in the area for 25 years.

Amagansett's beautiful beaches are what makes this place special.
Amagansett's beautiful beaches are what makes this place special.
Napeague State Park has a beach and hiking trails in the area of Amangansett.
Napeague State Park has a beach and hiking trails in the area of Amangansett.
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Birdwatching at Napeague State Park, swimming in the ocean or bay

The 1,364-acre Napeague State Park is an undeveloped swath between Amagansett and Montauk where the endangered piping plover nests. The huge park has beaches on both the ocean and the bay, making it a favorite spot to swim, sail, take dogs for a hike or simply enjoy the waterfront. Dennistown Bell Park and Fresh Pond Park feature beaches, nature trails, picnic tables and cooking grills. The Atlantic beaches of Amagansett, including Atlantic Avenue Beach and Indian Wells Beach, are as noncommercial as the town. Lifeguards are on duty during beach hours, but otherwise, traces of civilization are kept to a minimum. In fact, the Amagansett National Wildlife Refuge protects secondary sand dunes that foster plant life, such as oak scrub and rare orchids, as well as countless birds, including terns and sandpipers.

Surfing is a popular pastime in Amagansett, but with so many protections for wildlife in place, even just sitting on the beach can bring beautiful sights during certain times of the year. According to Petersohn, there are sometimes so many of a certain type of fish, called bunker, in the water that it looks brown — and attracts other wildlife. “The whales will come and circle the bunker and make them into a ball, and then they dive down and they shoot straight up with their mouths open. It’s called breaching,” he says. “And you’ll see these whales come up with a mouth full of fish, and you’re just standing on the beach.” Other types of fish and even sharks are also common, though sharks tend to stay in deeper water.

Napeague State Park's main entrance welcomes hikers with a map of its peaceful trails.
Napeague State Park's main entrance welcomes hikers with a map of its peaceful trails.
Surfers enjoy the many waves of Indian Wells Beach in Amangansett.
Surfers enjoy the many waves of Indian Wells Beach in Amangansett.
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Diverse architecture on large lots, beachfront homes

Just like the rest of the Hamptons, wood shingle siding is common in Amagansett, but because many homes are custom-built, architectural styles vary. Colonials, new traditional houses meant to evoke European charm and renovated farmhouses or even converted barns can be found here. Contemporary-style houses have trickled in over the years, especially in the early 2000s, and modern architecture has begun to appear in droves. Homes often have private amenities like pools, hot tubs and outdoor kitchens alongside meticulous landscaping or lush gardens. A fixer-upper starts at $1.5 million, and a tiny two-bedroom cottage near the beach costs about $2.8 million. According to Petersohn, the average cost falls around $4 million but can easily soar to $25 million for large, updated homes on the beachfront. Even when they’re inland, sprawling seven-bedroom estates with acreage can easily climb to $19 million. A few condos are also available, from small oceanfront co-ops priced at $500,000 to $1.2 million units with pools and outdoor showers with twice the square footage. Amagansett's CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10. The national average is 4.

Gorgeous waterfront homes are within walking distance from Amagansett beaches.
Gorgeous waterfront homes are within walking distance from Amagansett beaches.
This beautiful Nantucket-style home overlooks the beach in Amagansett.
This beautiful Nantucket-style home overlooks the beach in Amagansett.
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Concerts at The Stephen Talkhouse

The Hamptons are known for its music scene, and Amagansett is no different. The Stephen Talkhouse has hosted local musicians and international powerhouses since 1987. While many of the Hamptons’ outdoor concert series are just for the summer, this venue hosts concerts year-round. “The Rolling Stones have launched more than one world tour from Stephen Talkhouse,” Petersohn says. “You get all kinds of bands come through there.”

Shopping and dining along Main Street, in Amagansett Square

Most of Amagansett’s dining and shopping are located along Main Street in or near Amagansett Square, a little shopping area featuring quaint colonial-style shops. Jack’s Stir Brew Coffee provides that daily caffeine fix and Rosie’s is a favorite spot to meet friends for a meal and drinks. Just past Napeague State Park, Lobster Roll Restaurant opened in the 1950s and is one of the most popular restaurants in the area. Diners can choose to eat inside or in the salt-tinted breeze of the outdoor patio.

Back by Amagansett Square, churches like First Presbyterian of Amagansett line Main Street alongside shops like Innersleeve Records and Jenni Kayne, which provide fun shopping close to home. Fresh produce is also never far. “The other thing that’s really cool about Amagansett is it has a number of organic farms,” Petersohn says. “It’s unbelievable how good the produce is.” Amber Waves Farm, Market & Café offers over 500 varieties of fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, grains and flowers, many of which are harvested daily by farm apprentices. Fresh seafood is also easy to get ahold of, from sea bass, tuna and local flounder on the ocean side to oysters, clams, crabs and bay scallops on the bay side. “The scallop season is really short, it’s only for a few months,” Petersohn says. “The bay scallops are delicious. A traditional Thanksgiving meal in the Hamptons would actually be venison and bay scallops.” Amagansett IGA provides essentials close to home.

Amagansett Square is located right on Main street.
Amagansett Square is located right on Main street.
Stop by the sidewalk window for a quick coffee at Rosie's in Amagansett.
Stop by the sidewalk window for a quick coffee at Rosie's in Amagansett.
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A-rated schools for Amagansett students

Amagansett School is the only school in the Amagansett Union Free School District, teaching pre-kindergarten through sixth grade and earning an A from Niche. It’s a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School and boasts a student-to-teacher ratio of 6-to-1. Children can then move to the East Hampton Union Free School District, which has an A. They attend East Hampton Middle School, which has an A-minus, and East Hampton High School, which Niche gives an A and lists among the top public high schools in Suffolk County.

The Jitney bus station is not too far from Amagansett.
The Jitney bus station is not too far from Amagansett.
Amagansett School is located off of Main Street in Amagansett.
Amagansett School is located off of Main Street in Amagansett.
East Hampton High School is a perfect place to prime older students for college.
East Hampton High School is a perfect place to prime older students for college.
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Montauk is just a short drive away

Amagansett is just over 12 miles — a 20-minute drive — from Montauk. “There’s lots of bars and restaurants and places to go fishing,” Petersohn says. “There’s a little more nightlife in Montauk than anywhere else, really. The Hamptons have good nightlife, but Montauk in particular.“ The Long Island Railroad and the Hampton Jitney Montauk bus line travel to Amagansett most days with service from Manhattan and connections to JFK, LaGuardia and Long Island MacArthur airports. New York City is about three hours away by train and can be even longer by car.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Amagansett US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
347
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1982
Months of Supply
15.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,057
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,952
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
830
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
466
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,908

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 2
    Open Sat 11AM - 1PM

    93 Mulford Ln, Amagansett, NY 11930

    $1,595,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 800 Sq Ft
    • 93 Mulford Ln
    • New 3 days ago

    Tucked away on a quiet private road in Amagansett's coveted Lazy Point, this thoughtfully renovated beach cottage offers an effortless coastal lifestyle just moments from the water. Located within a private beach association, the shoreline is just down the block - an easy distance for morning swims, sunset walks, and everything in between. Originally reimagined in 2023 by Krupinski Builders, the

    Victoria Staubitser William Raveis (Montauk)

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    54 Fox Hunt Ln, Amagansett, NY 11930

    $2,195,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,500 Sq Ft
    • 54 Fox Hunt Ln

    Away from the hustle and bustle but close to all the Hamptons have to offer sits this private contemporary. The home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with an open kitchen and great room leading out to a lovely deck. Just beyond the deck is private yard with room for a pool. Move in and enjoy or with room for expansion you can create your own dream oasis. A stones throw away from Devon Yacht Club

    Elizabeth Zung Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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    90 Hedges Ln, Amagansett, NY 11930

    $8,495,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,046 Sq Ft
    • 90 Hedges Ln
    • New 8 days ago

    Set behind mature specimen trees on one of Amagansett's most admired lanes, this west-facing property offers the rare luxury of hearing the ocean while enjoying the serenity of park-like grounds. Located on coveted Hedges Lane, midway between Amagansett Square and Indian Wells Beach, the setting is as convenient as it is distinguished. Built in 2001 as a custom home for a family whose connection

    Rylan Jacka The Agency Hamptons

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Amagansett Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
6
Median Rent
$32,500
Median Single Family Home Rent
$35,000
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$30,000

Demographics

Total Population
1,310
Median Age
49
Population under 18
19.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.3%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$160,632
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$187,994

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
57.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
35''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®®

50 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

30 / 100

Fairly friendly

Transit Score®®

50 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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