Island Park is a small island in Nassau County, New York, with approximately 4,800 residents. It’s located between the Island of Long Beach and the mainland, and in years past has been known as Barnum Island, Jekyll Island, and Hog Island. Island Park became an incorporated village in 1926 and is found in the 11558 zip code. Native Americans, specifically the Rockaway Indians, once inhabited the island raising pigs and cattle. They also fished and clammed local waters and marshes. Europeans came to the area, raising hogs as well, and it was known as Hog Island until 1874. The island, which is composed of 1.5 square miles, was used heavily during the American Revolution but it wasn’t until 1870 that the Long Island Railroad laid track through Island Park to Long Beach. The island was briefly named Barnum Island for Sara Ann Barnum who purchased Hog Island and sold it to Queen’s County for $13,000. In 1921 it was renamed Island Park when purchased by Island Park-Long Beach Corporation, and a building boom occurred between 1922 and 1926.
In the last few years, the village completed a downtown revitalization project under the Operation Downtown grants from Nassau County. New brick sidewalks were installed, along with new shrubbery and lighting, and other improvements. Many residents represent multi-generational “Island Parkers” which creates a close sense of community. The annual San Gennaro Feast, hosted by the local Catholic Church and the city, is a big community event complete with rides, games, and amazing Italian cuisine. Street fairs with vendors are commonplace in June. Beach season begins with a 5 kilometer race. The local beach is central to island activity, with Masone Beach being the “crown jewel” of city parks. Movie night, summer concerts and fireworks shows at the beach are summer standards. Multiple civic clubs allow residents to be engaged in community activities, and the Island Park Union Free School District serves the children of Island Park. In addition to all of these great features and amenities, New York City is a one hour drive from Island Park, and the Long Island Railroad Station also provides transportation to New York City.
Homes on the beautiful island of Island Park typically range in price from around $135,000 for a
3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home to approximately $1.5 million for a luxurious 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom multi-level, waterfront home with expansive views. The average listing price of single family homes in the Island Park area is around $382,500. Many lovingly restored cottages are available here, as are lots on which to build your custom dream home.
If you would like to learn more about the homes for sale in Island Park, New York, please do not hesitate to contact us today.
Amazing 7-Unit town house Waterfront development. Each unit consists of 3 Br 2.5 Baths, Formal Dining Rooms, Eat in Kitchen, Living room w/ balcony, Primary Suite, 1.5 ca...
Calling All Developers, Investors & End-Users!!! 12.14 Cap Mint A Class Building/ LIRR Development Site For Sale!!! This MINT 8,668 Sqft. Office Building Is Situated On A...
New Construction Just Started On Spectacular Bay Front Lot With Amazing 180 Degree Water Views & Sunsets! Featuring 3 Story FEMA Compliant 2100 Sqft Home With 3 Bedrooms...
Welcome to your idyllic waterfront retreat! Enjoy breathtaking Bay views and stunning sunrises and sunsets from this recently constructed, exquisite residence. The home b...
Newly listed! Open bayfront with private beach beautiful 2 family home. Situated on a unique property with a large, beautiful garden side yard and a stunning open Bayview...
One Story Building, Front Garage door and Back Garage Door, Offices, bathrooms, lots of parking in front of building, 200 Amp. No Flood Insurance.
Commuters delight!! Legal 2 Family on oversized 80x100 lot. Quietly located in the heart of the village,2 blocks from LIRR with direct line to NYC. Completely renovated...
Waterfront 4 bedroom 21/2 bath colonial home. With approx.100 feet of newer bulkheaded waterfrontage on a deep and wide canal just off the bay. Flood insurance $831/year ...
This stunning 4 bedroom stucco waterfront hi ranch is a must see! With breathtaking water views, the upper level boasts a spacious living room complete with a cozy wood b...
Nestled along the serene waterfront, this exquisite 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom elevated colonial residence offers the epitome of luxurious coastal living. Gleaming hardwood ...
Well maintained Hi Ranch home 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms. First floor has one bedroom, full bathroom, laundry, office space and family room open to outside deck overloo...
Bayside Townhouse Located in the Desirable Yacht Club. Ammenity Rich Community features 24 hour Gated Security, Heated In-ground Saltwater Pool, Playground, Tennis & Bas...
Welcome to this charming home nestled in the desirable Harbor Isle section of Island Park. With 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this cozy residence offers comfortable li...
Excellent home in the village of Island Park with mother/daughter possibility with proper permits. This home sits on an 80 x 100 size lot with approximately 1721 square f...
Pride Of Ownership is Evident in this Beautiful Dormered 4 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Sundrenched 2 Story SD Home. Updated in 2013 this home features Honey Wood Kitchen Cabinet...
Adorable Barnum Island Colonial. This home has an inviting front foyer leading to a lovely living room. The kitchen and dining room overlook a stone patio and fenced in y...
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