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Kings Park

Kings Park

Located in Suffolk County

$755,911 Average Value
$434 Average Price per Sq Ft
21 Homes For Sale

State parks in a suburban hamlet on the North Shore

The tidal rush of the Nissequogue River is the soundtrack to the forests, trails and waterways of its namesake state park. Standing shuttered far back on the grounds, the former Kings Park Psychiatric Center discharged its last patients in the 1990s. The Smithtown hamlet of Kings Park that grew alongside this medical facility for over a century, however, continues to flourish on the edges of state parks, along a quaint Main Street and between the rush of the Sunken Meadow State Parkway and the trains traversing the Long Island Rail Road. “Kings Park is a great community. The most interesting thing I found was that all the neighbors we met seemed to have grown up in the area, and nobody moved,” says John Cinque an associate broker with Signature Premier Properties who has lived in the same house in Kings Park for 35 years. “People think living north means it’s hard to get anywhere, but that’s not true. The Sunken Meadow Parkway takes you to all the major highways, and you can go canoeing – it's great out here.”

Launch your boat at Nissequogue River State Park.
Launch your boat at Nissequogue River State Park.
Take a ride on the boardwalk at Sunken Meadow State Park in Kings Park.
Take a ride on the boardwalk at Sunken Meadow State Park in Kings Park.
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Sunken Meadow and Nissequogue River state parks

The northern edge of Sunken Meadow State Park turns to sand and pebbles where it meets the Long Island Sound, inviting beachgoers to go for a swim. Those not looking to get their toes wet might opt for scenic views of the surf from the nearby boardwalk before splitting off onto more forested trails. The biking and walking trails at Nissequogue River State Park are a chronology of striking vistas, shifting from tide-swept marshes to birdsong-filled forests to the cracked pavement approaching the abandoned, vine-covered facilities of the Kings Park Psychiatric Center. Canoers and kayakers can launch their own craft from Kings Park Bluff’s boat ramp and set out into the Long Island Sound or Nissequogue River, or call up businesses like Nissequogue River Canoe & Kayak Rentals Inc. “You can leave your car in Smithtown, paddle all the way down the river, and they’ll come pick you up and drive you back when you’re done,” Cinque says. Smaller community parks like Kings Park Memorial Park pepper the hamlet, placing baseball fields and playgrounds within reach of neighboring subdivisions.

Sunken Meadow State Park is teeming with wildlife.
Sunken Meadow State Park is teeming with wildlife.
Its a beautiful summer day at Sunken Meadow State Park Beach.
Its a beautiful summer day at Sunken Meadow State Park Beach.
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Century-spanning single-family homes in Kings Park

While winding suburban blocks and subdivisions dominated by lawns and front yard landscaping are the norm throughout Kings Park, a long history means that housing styles range from the cozy historic revival styles of the prewar era to the straightforward suburban styles of the midcentury to the sprawling New Traditional designs that filled larger lots from the 1990s through 2020s. Smaller single-family homes with three or fewer bedrooms, like Cape Cods, ranch-style homes, split-levels and Colonial Revivals, sell for $415,000 to $865,000. Larger homes with four or more bedrooms, as well as smaller homes with backyard views of the Nissequogue River, sell for $500,000 to $1.1 million. Kings Park has a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.

Kings Park also has exquisite colonial homes, often with extensive driveways.
Kings Park also has exquisite colonial homes, often with extensive driveways.
Beautiful colonial homes can be found in Kings Park.
Beautiful colonial homes can be found in Kings Park.
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Music Moments in Kings Park and Kings Park Day

The facade of Ralph’s Italian Ices becomes a backdrop for band sets on Friday evenings each summer, the Musical Moments in Kings Park concert series drawing crowds of lawn chair-wielding fans to settle in for an evening of music presented by the Kings Park Civic Association. The Kings Park Chamber of Commerce takes the lead on shutting down Main Street, attracting hundreds of art vendors and lining up all the food truck and live musicians needed to fill a summer afternoon at Kings Park Day, an annual tradition that has brought the community together each June for nearly 50 years. Plenty of other local organizations get in on event planning, including St. Joseph’s Church which hosts a Ferris wheel, firework and funnel cake-fueled Parish Family Festival for three days each August.

Ride the ferris wheel or grab dinner at the Family Festival at Church of St. Joseph.
Ride the ferris wheel or grab dinner at the Family Festival at Church of St. Joseph.
The annual Veterans Day Parade is held in Kings Park.
The annual Veterans Day Parade is held in Kings Park.
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Shopping and dining on Main Street

Red brick and cement sidewalks front storefronts along Main Street, connecting the restaurants and specialty businesses in Kings Park’s central business district. On one side of the street, Ciro’s is known for their authentic Italian cuisine and Relish is beloved for classic diner fare and ambiance. Across the way, Cafe Red combines both Italian and American fare on its menu, but plating and recipes trend toward the trendier and more creative. At the nearby Kings Park Plaza strip mall, shoppers stop for groceries at Key Food Supermarkets and pick up essentials at T.J. Maxx and the Kings Park Pharmacy.

Enjoy a delicious Ralph's frozen ice in  Kings Park.
Enjoy a delicious Ralph's frozen ice in Kings Park.
For a great sit down dinner stop into Ciro's in Kings Park.
For a great sit down dinner stop into Ciro's in Kings Park.
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School-run heritage museum at Kings Park Central School District

Park View Elementary School serves kindergarten through third grade and earns an A from Niche. R.J.O. Intermediate School serves fourth through fifth grades and earns an A-minus, doubling as the site of the district-run Leo P. Ostebo Kings Park Heritage Museum. William T. Rogers Middle School serves sixth through eighth grades and earns an A, and ninth through 12th graders finish up at Kings Park High School which earns an A-minus.

William T Rogers School has plenty of space for students to achieve their best results.
William T Rogers School has plenty of space for students to achieve their best results.
RJ O Intermediate School's main entrance has artwork near the doors.
RJ O Intermediate School's main entrance has artwork near the doors.
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Grab a train to the city at Kings Park Train Station.
Grab a train to the city at Kings Park Train Station.

Kings Park LIRR and commuting on the Sunken Meadow State Parkway

The western edge of Kings Park is the snaking path of the Sunken Meadow State Parkway, offering a straight shot south to the Northern State Parkway on the 50-mile drive to Manhattan. Accessing the Port Jefferson Branch of the Long Island Rail Road from the Kings Park Station provides a 1 hour and 30-minute train ride into Penn Station.

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
3,807
Number of Homes for Sale
21
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,896
On par with the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,135
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
977
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
636
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
460
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 17
    Open Sun 12PM - 2PM

    31 9th Ave, Kings Park, NY 11754

    $1,099,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,883 Sq Ft
    • 31 9th Ave
    • New 4 days ago

    Just over 20 years young, this beautifully maintained Colonial is perfectly situated on a quiet street in Kings Park. From the moment you enter, you’re welcomed by soaring ceilings and an impressive sense of space throughout.The grand two-story foyer sets the tone, opening seamlessly to the living room and leading into a spacious formal dining room, ideal for entertaining. The eat-in kitchen

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    Salvatore Ammirati
    Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    (631) 203-1914
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  • Saturday, May 16
    Open Sat 2PM - 3:30PM

    9 Ernest Ct, Kings Park, NY 11754

    $999,999

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,500 Sq Ft
    • 9 Ernest Ct
    • New 14 days ago

    Welcome to Tuscany in Kings Park—an exceptional and rare offering on desirable Ernest Court. Set on approximately half an acre of lush, manicured grounds within the highly sought-after Smithtown School District, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence blends comfort, space, and resort-style living. A private setting and beautifully curated landscaping create a warm first impression, while inside,

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    Devang Patel
    Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    (631) 526-7490
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  • Sunday, May 17
    Open Sun 12PM - 2PM

    21 Linden Ave, Kings Park, NY 11754

    $829,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,000 Sq Ft
    • 21 Linden Ave
    • New 23 days ago

    Beautiful Center Hall Colonial on Private Cul-de-Sac in Kings Park. Welcome to this inviting 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath Center Hall Colonial, perfectly positioned on .3 acres on a quiet private cul-de-sac in the charming hamlet of Kings Park, NY. Built in 1993, this home blends classic architectural appeal with modern comfort, highlighted by a spacious sunroom that brings the outdoors in.Inside

    Michael Marcaccio Integrity Core Realty

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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

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
6
Median Rent
$3,950
Median Single Family Home Rent
$4,000
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,600
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,800
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,900
Median Condo Rent
$2,975
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$3,175

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
37''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walkability®

30 / 100

Not friendly

Transit®

10 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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Kings Park
Debra Carr
Netter Real Estate Inc
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