Why Live in Ridge
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.
Home Trends in Ridge, NY
On average, homes in Ridge, NY sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ridge, NY over the last 12 months is $325,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$520,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$340,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$329,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$275,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$336
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
94
Median List Price
$339,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%