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Brookhaven, NY

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One of Long Island’s beautiful coastal towns with lush natural areas

Beach Outdoors Bayfront Close-Knit Suburban

Brookhaven is a large suburban town on Long Island perfect for renters looking to escape the fast-paced thrills of New York City. Brookhaven is the only town in the county that stretches from the North Shore to the South Shore of Long Island and even has several hamlets that are a part of the town. Residents across Brookhaven, especially in the hamlets, are close knit. The area is very calm the majority of the year, but friends and families bond during special community events. Woof Fest is a celebration of four-legged, furry friends while the annual Brookhaven Country Fair is a classic fest with food, vendors, music, and more. Residents also love socializing at one of the many nightlife spots in town. There are plenty of shopping options to choose from as well, from mid-range outdoor malls to luxe outlet malls.

Brookhaven boasts beautiful landscapes across the board. Scenic, white-sand beaches, marinas, and yacht clubs bookend Brookhaven while state parks, nature preserves, and country clubs take up the majority of space in town. Residents flock to Corey Beach for picnics or Brookhaven State Park for hiking trails and seasonal hunting. If you ever want a break from the pastoral feel of Brookhaven, New York City is about an hour away. Relaxing beaches, serene natural areas, abundant amenities, and a great location ¬¬¬– Brookhaven truly has it all and your next apartment is waiting for you.

Transportation

30

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Brookhaven Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-3

506 Students

2
out of 10

Bellport Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,392 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Southaven County Park
  • Suffolk County Farm and Education Center
  • Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge
  • Cathedral Pines County Park
  • Fire Island National Seashore

Airports

  • Long Island MacArthur
  • Tweed/New Haven

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