Why Live in Blue Point
Blue Point, located in Long Island, is a neighborhood known for its diverse and well-maintained homes, ranging from Colonial revivals and farmhouses dating back to the late 1800s to Cape Cods and ranch-style homes from the 1930s to '60s, along with some newer New Traditional styles. The area is in high demand, with limited homes for sale, fostering a close-knit community. Residents face moderate flood risks and severe wind damage during hurricane season, making insurance essential. Blue Point offers various attractions, including Corey Beach with its fishing pier, boat ramp, and marina, and the Blue Point Nature Preserve, ideal for walks and runs. The Bayport-Blue Point Library, housed in a renovated convent, is a community hub with numerous events and activities. Dining options include Bodhi’s Beach Shack, Flo’s Luncheonette, Buoy 35, JT’s Café, and Blue Point Diner, with more shopping and dining available in nearby Patchogue, just 2 miles away. Annual events like the SRC Run to the Blue Point Brewery and the Bayport-Blue Point St. Patrick’s Day Parade are local highlights. The Bayport-Blue Point School District is highly rated, with Blue Point Elementary, James Wilson Young Middle School, and Bayport-Blue Point High School all receiving strong ratings. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and transportation is convenient with Montauk Highway, Nicolls Road, and the Long Island Rail Road station in Patchogue providing access to Manhattan in about an hour and 40 minutes. Long Island MacArthur Airport is 6 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Blue Point a good place to live?
Blue Point is a good place to live, receiving 4.1 stars from its residents. Blue Point is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Blue Point is a suburban neighborhood. Blue Point has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.3 people per acre and a median age of 48. The average household income is $140,809 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 50.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Blue Point are home owners, with 12.9% of residents renting and 87.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Blue Point can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Blue Point neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Blue Point?
The median home price in Blue Point is $392,240. If you put a 20% down payment of $78,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,030 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $87K a year to afford the median home price in Blue Point. The average household income in Blue Point is $141K.
What are the best public schools in Blue Point?
The best public schools that serve Blue Point are:
What are the best private schools in Blue Point?
The best private schools that serve Blue Point are:
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Are home prices dropping in Blue Point?
Yes, home prices in Blue Point are down 14% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Blue Point, NY
On average, homes in Blue Point, Long Island sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Blue Point, Long Island over the last 12 months is $391,240, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$391,240
Median Single Family Sale Price
$391,240
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$515,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$177
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median List Price
$392,240
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%