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A utopian experiment that became the Brentwood neighborhood
If you had a chance to live in utopia, wouldn’t you take it? That’s what one group had in mind when they purchased a parcel of land on Long Island in the mid-1800s. In the lead-up to and during the Civil War, the nonconforming idealists called the commune Modern Times. For the day, and even for today to some extent, their beliefs were extremely progressive. Before the community dissolved, its members changed the town’s name to Brentwood. Villagers strategized that a more conventional moniker may endear the group to outsiders, and maybe even launch their ideas into the mainstream. But if this is the first time you’re hearing about Modern Times, then you know how that strategy panned out.
Ranch-style homes at "modest" prices
Members of Modern Times didn’t believe in using currency. These days, house hunters in Brentwood need greenbacks, though not as much as in other Long Island neighborhoods. “Typical of mid-island residential real estate, homes in this neighborhood are modest and modestly priced,” says Todd Yovino, a licensed real estate broker and owner at Island Advantage Realty. Mostly, you’ll find ranch-style and hi-ranch houses with prices ranging from $500,000 to $600,000. Brentwood is landlocked — unlike neighborhoods on the south and north shores — and there are no lakes or canals. While there are a few large parks, including Brentwood State Park and Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve, both are on the east side of the community. Houses on the perimeter of these green spaces do not sell at a premium. In other words, no matter where you live in Brentwood, housing prices, on average, are essentially the same.
Modern Times’ legacy lives on in Brentwood’s classrooms
There are numerous public and private schools in Brentwood. And all of the public schools in the neighborhood are part of the Brentwood Union Free School District. One of the best schools in the community, North Elementary School, got a perfect score from GreatSchools for student progress. The website, which collects and tracks schools’ progress, says that students who started the school year with low scores did a great job in terms of academic growth. Northeast Elementary School isn’t doing so bad, either. It scored a seven out of 10 for student progress. Teachers at Pine Park Elementary School earned an A+ from Niche. Brentwood High School, which is across the street from the original utopian village and shares its campus with Modern Times’ 1850s-era one-room schoolhouse, scored straight Bs from Niche in categories including teacher performance and clubs and activities.
Future podcasters get practice at Brentwood Public Library
Brentwood Public Library is a great place to take kids who have too much time on their hands. The library produces a podcast, available on all major platforms, hosted by a rotating roster of Brentwood teens. The kids choose what they want to discuss, which is very much a legacy of the town’s original utopian mission.
Dinners at breweries and steakhouses, groceries at Food Bazaar
Brentwood is predominantly residential, but don’t rule out getting good food and having fun. Great South Bay Brewery has a tasting room, pizza kitchen, full swing golf simulator and hosts poker tournaments and live music performances. On weekdays, they have a 50%-off all food and draft beer lunch special. If you’re looking for a sit-down dining experience, check out Tango Argentinian Steakhouse, known for generous portions, its red sangria and grilled meat dishes. Rather cook at home? There’s a Food Bazaar supermarket on Wicks Road.
Parking and then taking the Long Island Rail Road to Manhattan
For Brentwood residents who work in Manhattan, the Long Island Rail Road Ronkonkoma Branch runs through the neighborhood. The parking lot has nearly 800 spots, and the first two hours are free. It takes just over 60 minutes to commute to Penn Station.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Brentwood State Park
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Trails
Velasquez Park
Playground
Winnie Lane Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Michael Cacciutullo Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Roberto Clemente Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool
Ellery Street Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Long Island MacArthur
17 min drive
Train
Brentwood Station
Bus
Islip Ave & Cocoanut St
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Commercial Blvd & Fulton St
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J Rd & C Rd
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Rodeo Dr & Mercedes Way
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Crooked Hill Rd & Sagtikos Pkwy
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Hancock St & Wicks Rd
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Suffolk Ave & Willoughby St
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.5123 Reviews
3.0Niche User
1/8/2015Niche Review
Business is good here. Not all stores go out of business and if one does, then a new business develops.
2.0Niche User
7/2/2015Niche Review
There are homeless people abd illegal immigrants everywhere. Terrible restraints and supermarkets. Drug deals abd suspicious people flood the streets at night.
3.0Niche User
6/3/2015Niche Review
I honestly do not know anything about politics which I am aware that it is bad.
3.0Current Resident
5/19/2017Niche Review
Brentwood has its potential to be a good town but its current gang problem causes people to be worried and afraid.
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Brentwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brentwood, Long Island sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Brentwood, Long Island over the last 12 months is $519,900, up 49% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to 15 Pennsylvania Ave in the heart of Brentwood — a perfect blend of charm, comfort, and convenience. This beautifully maintained home offers spacious living with abundant natural light, an updated kitchen, and a flexible floor plan ideal for modern lifestyles. Whether you’re entertaining in the backyard or relaxing in your cozy living room, this home delivers the perfect setting for
Welcome to this charming, light-filled Cape thoughtfully gut renovated in 2025. This delightful home offers endless potential with 3 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 full baths, perfect for comfortable living or a possible generational setup. Enjoy the bright, open layout complemented by gas heat, modern finishes, and a sweet outside entrance—ideal for a mother-daughter configuration (with proper
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Spacious and well-kept 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit located on the second floor of a quiet home in Brentwood. This rental features a bright living room, functional kitchen, and a comfortable layout—perfect for small families or working professionals. Enjoy the ease of all utilities included. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and public transportation. Filled with natural light and
Welcome to 11 Orient Avenue! This spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath basement apartment offers modern living in the heart of Brentwood. With a private entrance, this bright and inviting unit features an open-concept living area, updated kitchen with sleek countertops, and full-sized appliances. Both bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space, and the bathroom is stylish and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
55,053
Median Age
35
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,394
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,950
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
67.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
37''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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