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Five Towns, is a group of hamlets and villages in Nassau County, New York, on the southern edge of western Long Island, just minutes away from the soft, sandy beaches of the Atlantic. Early settlers arrived in the 1600’s with the Dutch and English fighting for control. The English dominated, forcing Native Americans off the valuable grazing land. None of the five communities that comprise Five Towns is actually a town. Lawrence and Cedarhurst are considered villages while Woodmere, Inwood, and Hewlett are considered hamlets. All five are considered part of the larger town of Hempstead. Woodmere has the largest population of the five. Often included in this grouping are the two tiny villages, Hewlett Bay Park and Woodsburgh, which are not added to the final total of five. The cities originally banded together in 1931 to form the “Five Towns Community Chest”. The name caught on as a description for the the general area. Although the South Shore of Long Island has a reputation of being more urbanized than the North shore, enormous mansions and exclusive private communities can be found along the waterfront. Each of the “towns” serves as a stop on the Far Rockaway Branch of the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), providing 45 minute service to New York City and Manhattan. Each community is a bit different from the next. Cedarhurst boasts fine clothing stores and Hewlett has the architectural treasure Trinity Church, a fine example of American stick style. Woodmere offers a wide variety of homes homes from large custom homes to less expansive split levels, while Lawrence has 100 year old structures with 12 bedrooms, affectionately referred to as “cottages”, summer homes of aristocrats in a bygone era.
With Five Towns close proximity to New York, access to almost any activity you can imagine is possible. Golfing, boating, hiking, sailing, and fishing are all favorite pastimes of the locals. Great local shops abound, as do amazing restaurants. There are two school districts in Five Towns: Lawrence Public Schools and the Hewlett-Woodmere School District serve students in the Five Town communities. Generally, the Lawrence School District serves all of Lawrence, Cedarhurst, Inwood and a portion of Woodmere, while the Hewlett-Woodmere district serves all of Hewlett and part of Woodmere as well as a couple of other neighboring villages. More than 20 Jewish temples have been built in this area which has grown into one of the most impressive Jewish communities in the United States. This community has produced many notable religious and secular leaders including congressman Herbert Tenzer. The primary industries in the Five Towns area are professional, scientific and technical in nature. Close behind are the industries of healthcare and social administration. Occupations include sales, office and administrative support as well as management positions.
With its rich history, convenient location and remarkable features, Five Towns is a great place to live. The kinds of homes available in the area represent great diversity to suit every taste. Colonial, ranch, cottage, cape and traditional style homes are all available in Five Towns. There are numerous condos for sale in the Five Towns community, not to mention several highly sought after waterfront properties. The price for homes is the Five Towns area range from around $79,000 for a large studio apartment to around $3.5 million for a 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom luxury home on an over-sized lot.
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Latest Five Towns Homes and Condos for Sale
This magnificent newly renovated 8 bed/7.5 bath spectacular water-front home features a lap heated pool & jacuzzi, a multi-sport tennis court, private boat dock, custom p...
- 8 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 3128289 MLS
One of a kind magnificent Woodsburgh Village Estate in Woodmere. Breathtaking estate with over 8000 sq ft situated on spectacular landscaped grounds. Exquisite Eat in Che...
- 8 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 3142367 MLS
Stunning and fully renovated 6 bed, 6.5 bath home on the very private street of Heron Drive. With an outdoor heated pool and jacuzzi, over an acre of land, and a private ...
- 6 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 3128281 MLS
Timeless and Private Waterfront Robert A.M. Stern Designed Estate is on 1.76 acres of waterfront property. This family compound features an inground oversized gunite pool...
- 5 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 3155567 MLS
Magnificent Waterfront Contemporary 4+ BR Home with Private Dock. All Renovated, Beautiful Entranceway, Formal LR w/Fplc, Lg Formal DR, Lg Wd & Granite EIK W/SS Appliance...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3134673 MLS
Sprawling Contemporary 10,000 sq. ft. Mediterranean sitting on a rare park-sized 1.8 acre property.Beautifully landscaped and tree lined.Close to everything, restaurants,...
- 7 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 3137822 MLS
Custom Built 2004 Traditional Colonial. 6 Br, 6.55 Bth. Situated On 1 Acre Of Private Block W Park-Like Grounds. Designer State Of The Art Neff Kitchen. Mahogany Upholst...
- 6 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 3117499 MLS
Elegant & Grand Estatelike CH Colonial on 1 3/4 Acre Property. 5 BR, 6.5 Bth with Spacious Rms. Magnificent Moldings & Details Throughout. Master Suite Boasts Beautiful B...
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 3139376 MLS
Large Colonial back Lawrence, Guest House & 2 Garages, semicircular driveway, Foyer 1/2 Ba Main stair & back stair to second floor, Kosher Chef's kitchen top appliances...
- 9 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 3145696 MLS
Private Hideaway on Over 2 Acres! Gated Estate Property Tucked away Down Private Rd with 200' of Waterfront w/ Floating Dock on Macy Channel. 5 BR, 6.5 Bth Colonial with ...
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 3176052 MLS
Large modern commercial property featuring 6,728 sq ft of commercial space with 16 parking spaces. Great mix of 5 tenants and good income producing property for investor...
- 3180924 MLS
A Dream Home At Its Finest. Welcome Into This Dreamy 4 Brm 5.5 Bath Open Flow Colonial That Offers All Of The Luxury Amenities From Boating, To Entertaining By The Pool W...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 3094267 MLS
new to market, Magnificent contemporary c/h col, built in 2007 ,large eik with high end appliances, spciousl breakfast area with endless views 20x40 den, banquet fdnrm, m...
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 3140234 MLS
Back Lawrence beauty on 1manicured acre in SD #15. Entertain large parties in the 10BR, grand dining room & oversized living room. Residence also features updated kitchen...
- 10 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3114955 MLS
grand and stately c/h col on shy 1 acre property,banquet fdnrm, elegant flrm,magnificent den which leads to beautiful sunrm with many lg windows, stone floors , radiant h...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3158370 MLS
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