Why Live in Glen Head
Glen Head, located in Long Island, offers a blend of architectural styles from early 20th-century Federal designs to midcentury Cape Cods and ranch-style homes, as well as modern New Traditionals. The neighborhood features diverse landscaping and a mix of spacious lots and quarter-acre plots. Recreational options include the Glen Head Country Club with its golf course, tennis courts, and pool, and the Glen Head Racquet Club, popular for indoor tennis and pickleball. Francis M. Gaynor Park provides a playground and fields for junior baseball. Tappen Beach, within 3 miles, offers a sandy beach, playground, pool, and marina facilities. The local shopping district along Glen Head Road includes specialty stores, restaurants like Heirloom Tavern and Kiraku Japanese Restaurant, and essential services such as Gemelli's Gourmet Market North and CVS. St. Hyacinth Catholic Church serves the community with masses in English and Polish. The Gold Coast Public Library hosts various classes and events, with a new library under construction. The North Shore School District, including Glen Head Elementary, North Shore Middle, and North Shore High School, is highly rated, with small class sizes and strong extracurricular programs. Commuters can access Manhattan via the Glen Head Long Island Rail Road Station or drive approximately 30 miles to the city. Northwell Health’s Glen Cove Hospital is nearby, and LaGuardia Airport is about 20 miles away. Glen Head's crime rate is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal as a residential area.
Home Trends in Glen Head, NY
On average, homes in Glen Head, Long Island sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Head, Long Island over the last 12 months is $415,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$402,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$812,430
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$355
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median List Price
$412,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%