Ridge, NY Homes for Rent

Ridge, NY, located just 7 miles from Wading River Beach on Long Island’s North Shore, is a peaceful community surrounded by state forests and parks, offering residents a serene, woodsy environment. The Rocky Point Pine Barrens State Forest spans nearly 6,000 acres and provides hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and seasonal hunting opportunities, while Brookhaven State Park offers 25 miles of trails. Ridge is also home to Lake Panamoka, accessible to members of the Lake Panamoka Civic Association, featuring three beaches for swimming, fishing, and boating. Fink Country Farm offers seasonal activities like hayrides, pumpkin picking, and a petting zoo, and Scott’s Pointe amusement park, located 4 miles away, includes a wave pool, rock climbing wall, and go-kart track. Ridge’s homes, often set back on wooded lots, include ranch-style, hi-ranch, and split-level designs, with some new construction available. The community features three gated 55-plus communities: Leisure Village, Leisure Knoll, and Leisure Glen, each offering various amenities and house styles. The Longwood Central School District serves Ridge, with highly rated schools such as Ridge Elementary School, Longwood Middle School, Longwood Junior High School, and Longwood High School, which offers a computer coding program. Dining options along Middle Country Road include Go Burger, Alfredo’s Pizzeria & Restaurant, Drifter’s Kitchen & Bar, and Greek Island Diner. Ridge is conveniently located near Route 25, State Route 25A, and William Floyd Parkway, with the nearest Long Island Rail Road station a 15-minute drive away in Medford.