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Students, faculty and history buffs choose Stony Brook
History, education and outdoor destinations are the main ingredients that make Stony Brook a popular place on Long Island’s north shore to live and explore. The West Meadow Beach creates the town’s northern border, and Smithtown Bypass sits along the southern border. “Stony Brook is 10 to 15 minutes from the Smith Haven mall, and the university and hospital are there. It’s great for families, so people move in and stay long term,” says Yuanyuan “Julia” Zhang, a Realtor with Realty Connect USA who has over five years of experience helping people move within and into the area. When not working at Stony Brook University Hospital or learning at Stony Brook University, New York’s largest public university, residents can visit one of the local museums or public parks. The Stony Brook Village Center is one of the United States' first shopping centers and continues to attract patrons with its local restaurants and boutiques. Whether residents move here for work, learning or fun, there’s always something new to discover.
This Hercules figurehead from the USS Ohio is proudly on display in Stony Brook.
Stony Brook University offers more than 340 undergraduate and graduate programs.
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Crazy Beans and Mirabelle have lunch covered
Students who need a pick-me-up before class can grab breakfast and a drink at Crazy Beans or Druthers Coffee. Lake Grove Diner has kept hungry residents coming back for more with its menu stuffed with American, Italian, and Mexican dishes. Yellow gingham tablecloths welcome guests at Sweet Mama’s Restaurant as they sit down to order breakfast or lunch. Locals celebrate anniversaries and birthdays at the Country House, a historic colonial home turned into a high-end dinner spot. Mirabelle at Three Village Inn serves French dishes for brunch, lunch and dinner to those who make reservations.
The Stony Brook Village Center blends historic architecture designs inspired by Colonial Williamsburg with modern small businesses. It also hosts events throughout the year, like the annual Halloween and holiday festivals. Patrons visit the center to shop at boutiques like Ben’s Garden for home decor and stationery. For groceries, shoppers can visit the Stop & Shop, Whole Foods Market or Trader Joe’s along Smithtown Bypass. The Smith Haven Mall is a go-to spot for walking around, shopping and dining.
Start your day at Crazy Beans in Stony Brook.
Mirrabelle offers fine dining in the heart of Stony Brook.
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Exploring museums and Avalon Nature Preserve
Residents who want to glance into the past drive down Main Street to visit the Long Island Museum of American Art, History, and Carriages, The Stony Brook Grist Mill Museum or the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. For an outdoor adventure, locals spend the day lounging on the sandy shore of West Meadow Beach. Parents can let their kids hang out on the playground or splash around in the Smithtown Bay waters. “Avalon Nature Preserve is a popular site and can get very busy. People go for hiking and kayaking. It’s really nice,” Zhang says. The T. Bayles Minuse Mill Pond Park is slightly north of Avalon and in 2024, the pond flooded after torrential rain and damaged Harbor Road. Thankfully, the Stony Brook Grist Mill museum was not damaged. The park will be closed until further notice.
The Long Island Museum in Stony Brook showcases American art, history and carriages.
The Prometheus sculpture at Avalon Park is a popular attraction.
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Older Colonial Revivals that match Stony Brooks' historic flare
Students at Stony Brook University have access to on-campus housing and close-by apartments, but faculty and everyday residents can find three-bedroom Cape Cods and ranch-style homes with large yards for $500,000 to $750,000. Larger and recently renovated Colonial Revivals often range from $750,000 to over $1 million. Those 55 or older might settle into a condo within a gated community like Strathmore or The Knolls for $350,000 to $500,000. Some who live close to Weast Meadow Creek get sparkling water views, while residents closer to the university have quick access to the Stony Brook train station and Nicholls Road. Most residential streets throughout Stony Brook don’t feature sidewalks, which gives homeowners even more yard space. The CAP Index gives Stony Brook a crime score of 1 out of 10, with 10 being the highest. The national average is 4.
This brick Colonial Revival in Stony Brook is absolutely stunning.
This perfectly manicured Colonial in Stony Brook features exquisite gingerbread moulding.
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Patriots athletes take first at Ward Melville Senior High
When it’s time for school, most parents send their kids to the A-rated William Sidney Mount School. Students move on to Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School, also earning an A from Niche, before entering their final years of school at Ward Melville Senior High, which earns an A-plus. From Regional Science Bowls to cheer competitions, the Melville Patriots athletic teams and academic clubs often take first place. Those who live in the northern half of town, closer to the beach, might attend Minnesauke Elementary or Setauket Elementary, both of which earn A ratings. Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School gets an A-plus and is the next step for students who later attend Ward Melville Senior High.
Root on the Ward Melville Patriots at Ward Melville High School.
Ward Melville High School in Old Field serves grades 9 through 12.
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Commuting from Stony Brook station to central New York
The Stony Brook Station feeds onto the Long Island Rail Road’s Port Jefferson line. Trains come and go occasionally, so residents who miss their chance to commute into central New York take a short trip south to Ronkonkoma Station, also known as one of the busiest train depots for its hourly train schedule. Suffolk County Transit buses have stops around Stony Brook University, and those who live close to Nicholls Road and the Smithtown Bypass have an easier time catching the bus, but others rely on their cars.
Smithtown Bypass offers plenty of shopping and dining options in Stony Brook.
The train station is conveniently located near SUNY Stony Brook campus, shops and restaurants.
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Houses of worship sit throughout Stony Brook
Presbyterian, Unitarian Universalist, Episcopal, Methodist, and non-denominational churches fill Stony Brook, including Nanume Church, which offers services conducted in Korean. There’s also the Stony Brook Sangha Buddhist community and the Temple Isaiah Reform Jewish community.
Stony Brook Community Church is located on Christian Ave in the historic Stony Brook Village.
Houses of worship in Stony Brook include Temple Isiah.
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On average, homes in Stony Brook, NY sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Stony Brook, NY over the last 12 months is $750,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to 17 Nadworny Lane, a heavily renovated turnkey Colonial on 0.62 acres in the Three Village School District. Built in 2004 and offering approximately 5,000 square feet, this impressive home features 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 1 half bath with a layout that delivers both scale and flexibility. A beautifully upper level, dedicated home office, private guest suite, and a large full
Opportunity knocks! Location Location Location! This spacious 3/4 bedrooms 2full baths flat ranch sits on a generous .46-acre lot with Huge Circle Driveway and Large Family room. Master Suite with private bath. Very Private Yard in a prime Stony Brook location. Featuring a functional layout, multiple living areas, and a 2-car garage, gas heating and Central AC. this home offers endless potential.
Located in Setauket within the Three Village School District, this one-of-a-kind 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence combines quality craftsmanship with thoughtful design. High vaulted ceilings create an open, light-filled living environment and underscores the home’s well-executed layout and attention to detailThe main level includes a sizeable eat-in kitchen with a large breakfast nook big enough
Welcome to this lovely bright extended ranch -style home and ready to impress. this charming updated home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 2 car garages, providing both comfort and convenience for everyday living. Cozy woodburning fireplace make the family room a gathering zone. The kitchen, bathrooms and walls, flooring have been tastefully renovated in recent years and have been
New Construction! Time to customize your dream home! This beautifully designed home will be completed in March 2027. Featuring a 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath Colonial with an open floor plan concept Constructed with black metal roof, covered front porch, basement with outside entrance, 2 zone central air conditioning, and 1 car garage. Close proximity to the Stony Brook village, train, and marina.
Welcome to 16 Manchester, a stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom ranch in the highly sought-after M Section of Stony Brook. This home features a legal studio apartment, perfect for guests, extended family, or rental income!Step outside to your private in-ground pool and enjoy a backyard oasis with PVC fencing and beautiful landscaping for complete privacy. In the spring and summer, the space comes
Discover the charm and vibrancy of “The Knolls at Stony Brook,” a welcoming 55+ community offering rare single-level living just minutes from shopping, dining, Stony Brook Hospital, and Stony Brook Village. This condo is only a short walk to the community’s saltwater pool, clubhouse, shuffleboard, bocce court, and a variety of fun activities. Inside, you’ll find 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a
Welcome to this exceptional Old Stony Brook gem, located North of 25A on a well kept 0.57 acre property. This inviting Ranch offers 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, featuring a comfortable Living Room and a Dining Room with a charming Fireplace - perfect for everyday living and entertainment. The newer, Grand Kitchen is a true highlight, showcasing Granite Countertops, Viking Stainless Steel Appliances and
Focusing on its prime Stony Brook Village location, 4 Knoll Top Road, Stony Brook is surrounded by natural beauty and situated a short distance to beautiful Sand beach, Avalon Park, Stony Brook Village and many local area attractions. Truly a home for all seasons where you will enjoy a host of recreational activities and ever-changing water views of Stony Brook Harbor all year long. This custom
Welcome to this beautiful renovated colonial close to Stony Brook Hospital and University. Features 5 bedrooms and 2.5 recently renovated bathrooms. Home has real wood flooring, tile and carpet 1000 gallon in ground oil tank. The Long Island Sound and down town Old Stony Brook are less than 1 mile from this property. Home comes with solar panels (not leased but owned). A 500 sq ft extension has
Welcome home to this charming "Ardsley Cape" complete with covered front patio/porch located in the "B Section" of Stony Brook. This home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, Hardwood Floors in the Living Room and Hallway, a Laundry/Utility Room with new flooring and Andersen windows upstairs. A 2 Car Garage offers ample storage above with pull down stairs for access. The level fenced yard has in
Welcome home to this gorgeous 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo nestled in the charming 55+ community of “The Knolls at Stony Brook.” This stunning condo has had a complete renovation. Interior walls were removed to create a true open floor plan for modern living. It features a beautiful chef’s granite kitchen with a center island, and stainless-steel appliances that opens to a spacious dining and living
Beautiful expanded ranch in the desirable area of Stony Brook! This 4-bed, 2-bath custom home offers 2,200 sq. ft. of living space with a great room featuring vaulted ceilings, skylights and a wood-burning fireplace, formal living and dining rooms, and a flexible 4th bedroom perfect for a home office or guest suite. Interior updates include laminate floors, updated bathrooms, central air, and gas
Enjoy the most breathtaking water views in Stony Brook Village from this charming 1926 Colonial. Ideally located on .4 acres with beach rights, this 4–5 bedroom home overlooks West Meadow Creek and the Long Island Sound, capturing spectacular westerly sunsets. A welcoming Dutch door opens to a home rich with architectural character. The spacious living room features a wood-burning stove framed by
Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own this magnificent colonial in the highly desirable Three Village School District, set mid-block on a flat, shy half-acre in a sidewalk-lined development. Total square footage 4,524 sf, with 3,240 above grade. Curb appeal shines with an expanded blacktop driveway with cobblestone border, paver walkway, cultured stone accents, wide-plank vinyl siding, updated
1 MONTH FREE* Lease Term Special of 12, 15 or 16-Month Leases No Increase* Security Deposit Special $99* *Restrictions apply. FAIRFIELD AT LAKE GROVE - very convenient, minutes to SUNY Stonybrook. Tour with our Leasing Agent. Email: or call . Close to Port Jefferson Village and Harborfront, as well as St. Charles and Mather Hospitals. Near Route 25A and Route
Charming second floor two bedroom apartment over garage with kitchen, bath and good sized living room in Old Stony Brook. Wonderful Location Close To Beach and shopping! Delightful private place to rent with heat included, separate electric. Additional information: Appearance:Excellent
Welcome to 225 Christian Avenue, ideally situated in the heart of historic Stony Brook Village. Available beginning April 1, 2026, this charming circa 1830 home blends classic character with comfortable living in the award-winning Three Village Central School District. The home features two bedrooms and three full bathrooms, along with a bright and inviting living room complete with a gas
THREE VILLAGE SCHOOLS!! Beautifully Updated 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Colonial In Stony Brook Village With Fully Fenced Yard, Circular Driveway, Updated Kitchen & Bathrooms, Magnificent Greatroom, 3 Season Porch, Wrap Around Porch Overlooking Magnificent Horse Farm, and Full Basement for Laundry & Storage. Landlord Pays Electric, Snow Removal & Lawn Care... This Unique Home Will Not Last!! Minutes from
*Ask About Our Rent Specials*. Restrictions Apply* Private Entry Apartment with Terrace. Kitchens with Stainless steel Appliances. Near The Smith Haven Mall, Movie Theater and Many Stores and Restaurants. Centrally Located and Convenient to The L.I.E. And Route 347. Prices/policies subject to change without notice.
*Ask About Our Rent Specials*. Restrictions Apply* Private Entry Apartment with Terrace. Kitchens with Stainless steel Appliances. Near The Smith Haven Mall, Movie Theater and Many Stores and Restaurants. Centrally Located and Convenient to The L.I.E. And Route 347. Prices/policies subject to change without notice.
*Ask About Our Rent Specials*. Restrictions Apply* Private Entry Apartment with Terrace. Kitchens with Stainless steel Appliances. Near The Smith Haven Mall, Movie Theater and Many Stores and Restaurants. Centrally Located and Convenient to The L.I.E. And Route 347. Prices/policies subject to change without notice.
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