$1,217,608Average Value$437Average Price per Sq Ft67Homes For Sale
Residential Dix Hills is near other Suffolk County communities
Dix Hills, a hamlet located mid-island in Suffolk County, is predominantly residential. Since there are few strip malls and retail businesses in the neighborhood, residents run most of their errands in adjacent communities like Deer Park, Commack and Huntington Station. The suburban winding roads, many of which end in cul-de-sacs, spurn speedsters and discourage through traffic. Many of the properties in Dix Hills range from about a quarter acre to an acre or more. The Town of Huntington is nearly 16 square miles and has just over a quarter million residents. Per square mile, Dix Hills has about half the density of some of its immediate neighbors.
Early residents were part of a Long Island tradition of naming communities after settlers. Several historical accounts suggest that locals referred to the area as Dick’s Hill for a landowner in the 1600s named Dick Pechegan. Eventually, the hamlet came to be known as Dix Hill.
Homes with wide price ranges
Residential real estate prices here may surprise some homebuyers familiar with western Suffolk County. Sale prices ranging from $600,000 to north of $2 million are more typical in north shore and south shore communities with waterfront views and in tony communities further east. On the low end of the spectrum, a raised ranch constructed during the post-war, mid-island housing boom go on the market for $650,000 to $750,000. In Dix Hills, square footage does not determine a home’s value. Ranch-style bungalows list for over $800,000. Most of the homes on the market in the summer of 2023 were listed for $1 million to $2.5 million, from single-story ranch houses from the 1970s to brand-new modern farmhouses. Dix Hills has limited inventory of condos, mostly built after 2000. These units range from $600,000 to $900,000 and may have HOA fees.
Students attend highly rated schools
So, what’s so special about a neighborhood that’s not coastal, doesn’t have a large state park or wildlife preserve, and doesn’t even have a shopping mall with a grocery store? According to Niche, Dix Hills has the top public school district in the county. Of the five elementary schools in the district, three get an A-plus, and two get an A; both middle and high schools earn an A-plus. GreatSchools gives Half Hollow Hills High School West a 9/10 for college readiness, and Half Hollow Hills High School East gets an 8/10 for test scores. Part of Dix Hills is served by the Commack Union Free School District, which Niche gives an A-plus and ranks as the seventh best public school in Suffolk County. GreatSchools gives Commack Middle School and Commack High School an 8/10 for test scores. “The schools in Dix Hills are definitely a motivator for parents,” says Deloar Khan, director of sales and marketing at AVS Realty.
Five Towns College offers degrees in the creative arts. Locals can attend theatrical performances, art shows and concerts throughout the year. Kids and adults can sign up for painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, ceramics and jewelry-making classes and workshops at the Art League of Long Island. The school also allows students to show their work at crafts fairs, art exhibitions and participate in musical performances.
Parks, ice rinks and golf courses in Suffolk County
Many neighborhoods in Suffolk County can be called a nature lover’s paradise. No matter where you live on the narrow island, you’re not far from a beach. Mid-island neighborhoods are just minutes from state parks, golf courses and vineyards. Dix Hills Park Golf Course and Clark Gillies Arena and ice rink are within the boundaries of the hamlet. Ice rinks may have a reputation for their sprawling footprint and bland, utilitarian appearance. The Dix Hills Ice Rink, a facility that’s open year-round, has an exterior that resembles a ski lodge. It was designed to complement the surrounding suburban community. Kids and adults can take skating lessons, figure-skating classes and join an ice hockey league.
Dix Hills has a few pocket parks where locals can walk their dogs or toss a ball with the kids. Otsego Park has over half a dozen baseball fields, tennis, basketball courts and a playground. The Town of Huntington runs Dix Hills Adventure Camp at Dix Hills Park. There are three full-day summer sessions in July and August and three half-day sessions for kids going into kindergarten. Campers spend their days outside in the sun, swimming and playing sports. There are also indoor activities, like arts and crafts and ice skating.
Access to Long Island Expressway and Northern State Parkway
Two major corridors run through Dix Hills, which is convenient for commuters. Todd Yovino, a licensed broker and owner of Island Advantage Realty, says that many homebuyers like having easy access to highways like the Long Island Expressway and Northern State Parkway. And for anyone concerned about noise, both roadways have sound walls and are surrounded by trees and hills. “The best part,” says Yovino, “is that you can shorten your commute by 10 to 15 minutes per leg. That adds up.”
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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dix hills is a very friendly and beautiful neighborhood. while there might not be much to do in dix hills its right off the highway and only around an hour from NYC.
5.0Current Resident
5/15/2017Niche Review
Dix Hills is a very nice upscale neighborhood with an excellent community spirit and good schools. Anything not immediately nearby can usually be found within about half an hour's drive or so.
4.0Niche User
8/30/2016Niche Review
I live in a very safe neighborhood. When ever there is an issue in the area the police are extremely quit to respond.
4.0Current Resident
2/21/2025Niche Review
I love the town but as a teenager, I find it difficult to find peers of a similar age. The job market is quite sufficient from what I've seen but there is a lack of high-quality internships available. The school districts are as phenomenal as advertised and Dix Hills is a great place to start a family
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Dix Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dix Hills, Long Island sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Dix Hills, Long Island over the last 12 months is $1,175,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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A great opportunity near expressway and parkways. Situated Mid-Block In the lovely Northpoint Estates section Of Dix Hills, this house is ready to be your family's retreat! A mother-daughter or rental unit setup already in place with a second kitchen and separate entrance in the lower level (but no C/O). On the upper main level, recently refinished and re-stained Hardwood floors, dining area
Beautiful Colonial Set Back on One Private Acre on a Tree Lined Cul-De-Sac. Entry Foyer to Formal Dining Room, Walk-Through-Kitchen to Living Room w/Walls of Sliding Glass Doors to Upper Deck, Half Bathroom, Livingroom & Family Room. Upstairs Features Primary Bedroom w/Full Bathroom, Three Bedrooms & Full Bathroom. Plenty of Storage Sunny & Bright. Back Yard Is Paradise an Entertainer's Delight.
Nicely Maintained and updated In-Line HiRanch in the Half Hollow School District featuring EIK, Living Room, Dining Room, 4 Bedrooms, Family Room, Garage, Laundry Area, 2 Full Baths, Hardwood Floors Throughtout, Gas Heating, Yard with Patio. Paumanok Elementary School, West Hollow Middle School, High School East.
This recently renovated, three-level Colonial-style residence offers a perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern convenience. Featuring gleaming hardwood floors throughout, the home boasts four spacious bedrooms, eat-in kitchen equipped with Energy Star appliances, which opens to a formal dining room—ideal for entertaining. A finished partial basement provides additional living or
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