Hofstra University

Hempstead, NY

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Hofstra University - Hempstead, NY

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Superb academic opportunities and easy access to NYC

Private Suburban Walkable Public Transportation Rail Service

Hofstra University has been a fixture among the New York City metropolitan area’s academic community since 1935. The university has the rare distinction of holding accreditation in 24 different fields, and ranks highly in both quality and value. In addition to its legacy of exceptional education and research opportunities, Hofstra is recognized as a pioneer in creating accessible campus architecture as well as hosting presidential debates in three consecutive election cycles.

Residential neighborhoods surround the university, with many of the local apartments, condos, and rental houses offering easy access to Hofstra, the nearby shopping centers to the north, and the town center. The Hofstra campus sits roughly a mile and a half east of downtown Hempstead, and the route along Fulton Avenue is lined with restaurants and corner grocery stores. Hofstra is just a short drive or train ride from New York City’s endless array of entertainment and cultural attractions as well as the beaches of Long Island’s coastline.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Hempstead, NY is $1,578 for a studio, $1,891 for one bedroom, $2,520 for two bedrooms, and $3,273 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hempstead has increased by 0.5% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 550 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,578/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 710 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,891/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 916 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,520/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,152 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,273/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

81

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

56

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

56

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Jackson Main Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-6

495 Students

5
out of 10

Barack Obama Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-6

501 Students

3
out of 10

David Paterson School

Public

Grades K-6

404 Students

3
out of 10

Joseph McNeil School

Public

Grades 1-6

401 Students

3
out of 10

Prospect Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-K

414 Students

Rating Unavailable

Alverta B Gray Schultz Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

938 Students

3
out of 10

Lawrence Road Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

682 Students

3
out of 10

Hempstead High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,866 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Hofstra University Arboretum
  • Long Island Children's Museum
  • Hempstead Lake State Park
  • Old Westbury Gardens
  • Clark Botanic Garden

Airports

  • John F Kennedy International
  • Laguardia

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