Mastic Beach
Neighborhood Reviews
Crabbing and fishing at Osprey Park
Two of Mastic Beach’s most striking qualities are its wetlands and the bay views at its coast. Osprey Park is one of the most popular places to enjoy the coast. “It has a little bit of everything,” Schulz says. “It has the park, it has little picnic tables, a little bit of a beach and a pier where people go crabbing or fishing. And because it’s right where the marina is, you have your watersports, your jet skis.” Fishers also head to Cranberry Pier to cast their lines, marinas are dotted along the coast and many waterfront homes have private docks. On land, Robert Miller Memorial Park hosts local baseball games and practices. Smith Point Beach is less than 4 miles from the neighborhood’s center, just across the Smith Point Bridge on Fire Island's east end. Unlike other parts of Fire Island, the bridge makes it accessible by car. Residents simply park in the large lot next to the Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center. The beach is incredibly popular during the summer thanks to the sun, waves, lifeguards and frequent live music events. According to Schulz, the park’s campsites are also popular for weekend trips.Mastic Beach homes starting at $325,000
Mastic Beach is known for its cozy ranch-style houses and Cape Cods, usually built between the 1930s and 1990s. Its larger homes tend toward hi-ranches and new traditional homes with colonial influences, often built over the past decade or so. These homes range from $325,000 to $550,000. Even homes directly on the canal, which often have their own private docks where homeowners can keep their boats or cast a line, typically cost between $500,000 and $850,000, though there are a handful that reach $1 million. “And the price will probably go up after next year, once the revitalization starts,” Schulz says. “Just like any other community that goes up.” The CAP Index crime score is 3 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.Hurricane season and flood insurance
Mastic Beach was one of the neighborhoods on the south shore that was hit hard by Hurricane Sandy in 2012. This was one factor contributing to the need for revitalization in the neighborhood. Many homes are in flood zones, and flood insurance is a must here.Car shows and holiday fairs
Mastic Beach and the rest of the Tri-Hamlet area, which includes Shirley and Mastic, almost always have events going on. The annual Food Truck Rally and Car Show features old cars, food trucks and local vendors. “We do Trunk or Treat for Halloween, for Christmas we have little fairs,” Schulz says, adding that there’s also a Christmas parade. “So every season has an event. It’s that country living on Long Island.” Nearby Smith Point is also a hotspot for huge events, especially when it comes to music.More shopping and dining on the horizon for Mastic Beach
There’s a smattering of local restaurants along Neighborhood Road, which is Mastic Beach’s main street. Fratelli’s Pizzeria & Restaurant is popular for pizza and garlic knots, while Onofrio’s is a more sit-down dinner place. The Mastic Beach Snack Restaurant Bar serves burgers and lobster rolls right on one of the neighborhood’s many canals. For dessert, Paradise Ice Cream is reminiscent of an old-fashioned ice cream parlor and candy store. In addition to banana splits and sundaes, the retro sweets shop offers malts, floats and New York egg creams. Although there’s not much there now, more shops and restaurants are on the way. "Everyone across Brookhaven is excited about the prospect of new restaurants, boutiques, and housing opportunities in the community,” says Deloar Khan, a licensed real estate salesperson with AVS Realty.Over by Smith’s Point Beach, Tiki Joe’s Beach Club is also a popular dinner spot for the regular live bands they host by their outdoor seating area all summer. “That’s definitely a go-to. Especially when it’s Disco Night — that seems to be everybody’s favorite. It was packed when we went,” Schulz says, adding that the band playing that night, The Groove, must be a particular favorite among the community. “I usually go on the weekends, but this one drew a huge crowd.” Essentials at Home Depot or King Kullen are about 3 miles away in nearby Mastic.
Sports and tutoring at William Floyd High
Niche gives the William Floyd Union Free School District an A-minus. Children can attend John S. Hobart Elementary School and William Paca Middle School, which both earn B ratings, before attending William Floyd High School. William Floyd High has a B-plus, and in 2023, numerous boys and girls on its baseball, softball, lacrosse and track teams were singled out as all-county or all-league champions. Extra help understanding coursework is offered after school every day of the week except Fridays.Major highways, LIRR to Manhattan
William Floyd Parkway runs along the western side of the neighborhood, and it takes just a few minutes to hop onto Sunrise Highway, also known as state Route 27. Mastic-Shirley Station on the Long Island Rail Road is 3 miles from Mastic Beach. From the station, the train takes an hour and 45 minutes to reach Manhattan’s Penn Station. Long Island MacArthur Airport is 17 miles away and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 60 miles away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ted Gounelas
Ted Gounelas
Coldwell Banker M&D Good Life
(631) 214-2398
71 Total Sales
2 in Mastic Beach
$360K - $500K Price Range
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Lisa Albinowski
Lisa Albinowski
Signature Premier Properties
(631) 250-3898
76 Total Sales
1 in Mastic Beach
$187,000 Price
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Jennifer Dickenson
Jennifer Dickenson
The Keyes Company
(631) 540-2246
34 Total Sales
1 in Mastic Beach
$277,000 Price
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Kenneth Trestka
Kenneth Trestka
Genstone Properties
(934) 223-2833
75 Total Sales
4 in Mastic Beach
$285K - $475K Price Range
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Raj Jaggi
Raj Jaggi
Responds QuicklyVORO LLC
(516) 518-6053
590 Total Sales
1 in Mastic Beach
$330,000 Price
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Renee Steinberg
Renee Steinberg
RE/MAX Signature Real Estate
(631) 904-7635
78 Total Sales
1 in Mastic Beach
$425,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Shirley Beach/ Smith's Landing
- Beach
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Smith Point County Park
- Camping
- Fishing
- Beach
Bayview Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Keith Romaine Memorial Skate Park
Robert Miller Memorial Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Osprey Park
- Fishing
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/28/2017
Niche Review
Some areas are nice. It is so close to great beaches. Unfortunately, crime and substance abuse rates are too high. The fact that the high school has an in school drug treatment program speaks volumes.
3/21/2015
Niche Review
The weather in Long Island is great during the summer. It's a place where people love to be outside, and the beach is always a good place to be. Over the winter it can be a bit harsh, but it is bearable.
5/12/2021
Niche Review
We've been living here for a while now. No complaints. The school district is great and the neighbors always offer to help when you're doing yard works or working on anything. Many of the major stores are within a 20 or less driving distance. So far, I will recommend this town to anyone.
3/21/2015
Niche Review
The crime rate in Mastic Beach is more related to gangs, and drugs. It won't effect unless you are involved in the crime.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mastic Beach | US |
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| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mastic Beach Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mastic Beach, Long Island sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Mastic Beach, Long Island over the last 12 months is $480,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$495,945
Median Sale Price
$480,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$480,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$836,995
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$450,650
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
90
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$336
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,287
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Median Year Built
2001
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,710
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,100
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,800
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Open Houses
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Wednesday, Jul 305 - 7pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,730 - $3,105 per month
- Fairfield Knolls East
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 999+ Sq Ft
- 100 Fairfield Ln
- Mastic Beach, NY
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
13,450
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,643
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,167
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.2%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.4%
% Population in Labor Force
64.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Mastic
Homes along the Forge River, minutes from Fire Island beaches
Moriches
Quiet waterfront community 45 minutes from the Hamptons
Shirley
Bayside area with parks and shopping a few minutes from Smith Point Beach
Brookhaven
Fixer-uppers and a slower pace of living near hiking, beaches and dining
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