Brookhaven is a remarkable town in Suffolk County in Long Island, New York. Located in the 11719 zip code, the Town of Brookhaven is the most populous of the ten towns in Suffolk County with approximately 486,040 residents. Considered part of the New York metropolitan area, Brookhaven is approximately 50 miles from Manhattan. Additionally, of the ten towns in the county, Brookhaven is the only one that stretch shore-to-shore, from the north to the south shores of Long Island. Brookhaven covers an area of 531.5 square miles of which 259.3 square miles is land and 272.2 square miles is water. Brookhaven has coastline on both the Long Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. Southampton and Riverhead lie to the east of town, and Islip and Smithtown are to the west. Great South Bay and FIre Island are in Brookhaven. Brookhaven has nine villages and approximately fifty hamlets.
In addition to its great location, Brookhaven also boasts a rich history. Founded as an agricultural enclave in the mid-17th century, Brookhaven later would become a major center for shipbuilding. The post WWII boom in Brookhaven was due in large part to its close proximity to New York City. In the hamlet of Farmingville is a large hill named Bald Hill. It marks the point where the glacier, which moved down from Canada, stopped forming Long Island. A Vietnam veteran’s memorial sits atop Bald Hill. To the west of Bald Hill Cultural Park is Telescope Hill which is the highest point in town. Brookhaven is home to Stony Brook University and Brookhaven National Laboratory. Stony Brook University is the town’s largest employer.
The Dutch traders who settled the area around Brookhaven in the early 1600’s discovered what Native Americans had known for centuries which is the area had a temperate climate, beautiful water, and fertile soil. Although no longer primarily agricultural, Brookhaven remains a great place to live with stunning beaches, great restaurants, good schools, and great shopping. Homes for sale in Brookhaven come in a broad price range and include houses of varying ages, sizes and architectural styles. Condominiums, townhomes, single family homes and lots on which to build your custom home are all available in the town of Brookhaven. Lots in the Brookhaven area typically sell for around $193,000. The average listing price for a single family home in Brookhaven is approximately $556,700 but prices can go upward to $2,450,000.
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Two parcels for sale. 1200+2800 Montauk Hwy, Brookhaven, NY 11719. Multiple buildings. Investment opportunity. Mixed use. 15000 sq.ft. Gas Station with 8-bay Repair Shop,...
"The Chapel" of Chapel Avenue in Brookhaven Hamlet! Stunningly renovated historical Chapel originally built in 1829. No expense was spared with renovations and upgrades t...
Welcome to the magnificent 7 Buscher Court! Located in a quiet neighborhood that is nestled in the Idyllic Brookhaven Hamlet, this waterfront home has everything the boat...
Incredible Opportunity to Own & Possibly Rent 2 Homes. The 4 BR Col. & 2 BR cottage have been Completely Renovated from Top to Bottom. New kits, New Roof, Windows ,Bths,...
To Be Built in 2021 beautiful 2 story home with 4-5 bedrooms, 3-4 bathrooms, Full basement, attached garage, large EIK, formal dining room, family room, office etc...Tota...
Make this your next home a little piece of Heaven on Earth, Home Features 5 Bedrooms ,5 1/2 bath, Master bed w/Full Bth & Bonus Rm ,Formal Living Rm ,Formal Dining/W Buil...
This colonial oasis has it all in the heart of picturesque Brookhaven Hamlet. Enjoy your teak front porch with bay breezes or your large (over 1 acre backing to nature p...
Oversized land, (3 lots technically approx 3/4 of an acre) Sun filled classic colonial is surrounded by nature. This perfect flow has hardwood floors throughout and an ex...
Tucked down a long driveway for ultimate privacy, this special home blends gently into its 1.24 acre of natural surroundings. At approximately 2500 sq ft, this spacious 2...
Nestled On A Private Wooded Lot In Historic Brookhaven Hamlet, This Center Hall Colonial Boasts Pride Of Ownership! It Features A Family Room, Eat In Kitchen, FDR & Livin...
Custom built log cabin tucked away on an acre of land in Brookhaven Hamlet. There is a detached 2 car garage with unfinisnhed 2nd floor studio at the end of the circular...
Located in Bucolic Brookhaven Hamlet, this 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Ranch backs up to Beaver Dam Creek. Cedar Shingled with 2 Car Attached Garage, this Home has a Large Living ro...
Welcome to 2 Hearth Lane in Brookhaven Hamlet! This Grand Colonial is Nestled on a Hill with Panoramic Views on almost an Acre of Land. Brightly Sun Filled Corner Lot Fea...
Location, Location, Location!! On a beautiful street in The Hamlet, this 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath Ranch has a large living room with wood burning stove, dining area, galley...
Level, wooded lot in the heart of Brookhaven Hamlet. Come build your dream home in the beautiful Hamlet of Brookhaven! Just a couple miles from downtown Bellport Village....
Vacant LOT, we have plans for a 4500 SF Colonial house, All permits have to be submitted under the buyer's name and also the plans have to be submitted under the buyer's ...
Excellent Lot Cleared being sold as is, with plenty of street frontage. There was an existing house on the property that was demoed.
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