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Atlantic Beach

Atlantic Beach

Located in Nassau County

$1,610,771 Average Value
$711 Average Price per Sq Ft
16 Homes For Sale

Commuter-friendly Atlantic Beach has protected coastal beauty

Like so many other places within commuting range of Manhattan , Atlantic Beach has become more desirable since more people started working from home. That trend, plus the increasing cost of housing, has made buyers look at neighborhoods like Atlantic Beach as places to have the best of the suburbs and the best of the big city at the same time. And they’re not wrong. Under three miles away in neighboring Long Beach is a stop on the Long Island Rail Road which will get you to Midtown Manhattan in an hour. And as for the suburban aspect of Atlantic Beach? This suburban village in Nassau County, Long Island is on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, which puts it in a category of its own. As Peter Posner, a licensed sales agent with Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty says, “Atlantic Beach is very unique. The beaches couldn’t be more perfect. The sand is fine and white and the beaches are wide and deep.”
Whether you’re commuting home or coming back from high school, Atlantic Beach enforces a rhythm of its own. The ocean breeze and sandy streets, the soft crashing of the waves and unimpeded sky all combine to make Atlantic Beach noticeably separate from the vast metropolitan city behind it. Villagers know this, which is why development is so regulated. As Posner says, “Where else can you find beaches like this 21 miles from Manhattan?”

The Atlantic Beach Bridge connects Atlantic Beach to the Rockaways.
The Atlantic Beach Bridge connects Atlantic Beach to the Rockaways.
The LIRR station in nearby Long Beach offers a close public transportation option to NYC.
The LIRR station in nearby Long Beach offers a close public transportation option to NYC.
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Low-rise homes and gated complexes enjoy expansive water views

Atlantic Beach is on Long Beach Barrier Island. At just over a mile long and, at its widest point, three long blocks or avenues wide, this neighborhood is home to around 2,000 residents at any given time. As an incorporated township, the Atlantic Beach Village Board has used its power to rebuff any development deemed unfit for the beachy, small-town character of the neighborhood. You won’t find any high-rises or hotels here. Housing is limited to gated condominium complexes and detached homes of varying size and age. Pebble Cove is a ritzy beachside development where three-bedroom attached condos designed in a modern Mission style are listing for just under $3 million. In addition to modern fixtures and interiors, balconies and brick driveways leading to garages, buyers at Pebble Cove get 24/7 security service and private beach access with options for activities such as yoga workshops and watersports classes scheduled by the homeowners association. Outside the gates, neat, postwar homes on medium-sized lots with three bedrooms and three baths are selling for between $800,000 and $1 million. Palatial bayside homes built in ornate Italianate style on large lots with five bedrooms and wrought iron bannisters lining winding stairwells are listing in the range of $4 million and up. There are also contemporary modern homes in the same size and luxurious style.

Hi Ranch homes and townhomes along Reynolds Channel have waterfront views in Atlantic Beach, New York.
Hi Ranch homes and townhomes along Reynolds Channel have waterfront views in Atlantic Beach, New York.
Ocean-facing homes are highly sought-after in Atlantic Beach, NY.
Ocean-facing homes are highly sought-after in Atlantic Beach, NY.
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Beaches and waterside clubs are exclusive to residents

Technically, all neighborhood beaches are closed to non-residents. These are divided between beach clubs, village beaches and the few that belong to condo developments like Pebble Beach. A boardwalk stretches along the length of the vicinity. The western tip of the barrier island is the property of the Silver Point Beach Club, which bills itself as the most affordable in the community along with being the largest. This club has an Olympic-sized pool, a broad private beach, several types of sporting courts and fields, daycare, a cafeteria and free parking. A family membership from Memorial Day to Labor Day is currently priced at $1,380.

Atlantic Beach is known for its beautiful golden beaches and boardwalk.
Atlantic Beach is known for its beautiful golden beaches and boardwalk.
Residents can stroll along miles of clean and pristine beaches on Atlantic Beach's ocean coast.
Residents can stroll along miles of clean and pristine beaches on Atlantic Beach's ocean coast.
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Commercial hub offers beach gear, bagels and fine dining

The commercial district starts as the Atlantic Beach Toll Bridge descends onto Park Lane. This wide street under the big sky has broad sidewalks that offer a leisurely walkability where shops and eateries cluster. Not far from the post office, you’ll find an antique store and a literary gastropub named Beginnings. Fine dining favorite Gio’s has been serving upscale Italian seafood for almost 40 years a few blocks away. Boardwalk Bagel & Delicatessen and Hot Pastrami serve heaping plates of classic East Coast Jewish deli fare. The Atlantic Surf Shop is a great place to buy your first surfboard – or at least a cool swimsuit.

Blacksmith’s Breads in the west end of Long Beach offers handmade sourdoughs and pastries.
Blacksmith’s Breads in the west end of Long Beach offers handmade sourdoughs and pastries.
Fresh Fruit Bowl and Deli in nearby Long Beach serves the community with fresh groceries.
Fresh Fruit Bowl and Deli in nearby Long Beach serves the community with fresh groceries.
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Public school students commute off the island for classes

Atlantic Beach is in the Lawrence Union Free School District along with adjacent villages. This requires public school students to drive or be bussed off the island and across the bridge onto the mainland. Lawrence Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 12:1 and received an overall B grade from Niche. Lawrence Middle School has even smaller class sizes and Lawrence High School is ranked by Niche in the top quartile of high schools statewide. Aside from these public schools, there are also several yeshivas in the area.

Lawrence High School in nearby Cedarhurst, NY, is a four-year public high school.
Lawrence High School in nearby Cedarhurst, NY, is a four-year public high school.
Lawrence Elementary School is in the Broadway campus in Lawrence, NY.
Lawrence Elementary School is in the Broadway campus in Lawrence, NY.
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Atlantic Beach Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,799,000
Median Sale Price
$1,350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,750,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$550,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$711

Area Facts

Number of Homes
1,043
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
7.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,486
Significantly above the national average
1,928
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,485
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,161
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Dec 7
    Open Sun 1:30PM - 3:30PM

    102 Richard St, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

    $1,899,999

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,500 Sq Ft
    • 102 Richard St
    • New 2 days ago

    1st TIME ON THE MARKET !!! Pristine Condition - Move-Right In! Located In The Highly Desirable Estates Area Of Atlantic Beach ! A Unique And Spacious Layout Features 3-5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Eat-In-Kitchen With Large Center Island, High-End Appliances, Custom Designed Cabinetry. Fabulous Family Room with built-ins and dry bar area. A wall of French Doors lead from the family room to an

    Annett Ellis Annett C Ellis Realty Inc

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  • Sunday, Dec 7
    Open Sun 2PM - 3:30PM

    1697 Bay Blvd, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

    $1,950,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,800 Sq Ft
    • 1697 Bay Blvd
    • New 12 days ago

    Steps from the Beach! Welcome to this beautifully renovated 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom coastal home, where no detail has been overlooked. With 5 of the 6 bedrooms offering en-suite bathrooms, this property provides exceptional comfort and privacy for guests alike. Designed with an inviting open-concept floor plan, the home features a luxurious main-level primary suite and spacious living areas ideal

    Randy Scott BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY

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  • Sunday, Dec 7
    Open Sun 1PM - 2:30PM

    40 Fulton Ave, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

    $2,750,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,600 Sq Ft
    • 40 Fulton Ave

    Nestled on an oversized parcel just one home from the ocean, this stunning beach retreat offers the perfect blend of relaxation and coastal elegance. Bathed in natural light, the open-concept design features four spacious bedrooms and three beautiful baths, seamlessly combining comfort with contemporary style. Recent upgrades include a new heating system and hot water boiler, ensuring modern

    Gil Shemtov Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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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

Atlantic Beach Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,121
Median Age
58
Population under 18
14%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
38.5%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$149,389
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$177,503

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
60.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
21''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

44 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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