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Valley Stream, NY

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A charming Long Island suburb just minutes from Manhattan.

Suburb Commuter Public Transportation MTA Schools Safe Family-Friendly Airport

Valley Stream is a quiet suburban village in western Nassau County, just east of JFK Airport. As a primarily residential community, the commercial sector balances a healthy mix of national chains and mom-and-pop storefronts, with Green Acres Mall and the locally-owned shops and restaurants along Rockaway Avenue within walking distance of one another.

The schools perform exceptionally well, and the local crime rate is quite low. Several large public parks can be found on the banks of the village’s namesake stream, which runs north-south through the community. Just thirty minutes from Manhattan by train, Valley Stream has become a popular home base for commuters seeking more breathing room while still convenient to the city.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Valley Stream, NY is $1,429 for a studio, $2,076 for one bedroom, $2,548 for two bedrooms, and $2,479 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Valley Stream has increased by 0.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,076/month
789 Sq Ft
House
$5,138/month
1,064 Sq Ft
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Transportation

80

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

52

Good Transit

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

51

Bikeable

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

Schools

Shaw Avenue School

Public

Grades PK-6

736 Students

8
out of 10

Wheeler Avenue School

Public

Grades 1-6

540 Students

8
out of 10

Clearstream Avenue School

Public

Grades PK-6

383 Students

8
out of 10

William L Buck School

Public

Grades K-6

311 Students

8
out of 10

Howell Road School

Public

Grades PK-6

566 Students

7
out of 10

Valley Stream South High School

Public

Grades 7-12

1,224 Students

7
out of 10

Valley Stream Memorial Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-9

1,038 Students

5
out of 10

Valley Stream Central High School

Public

Grades 10-12

1,078 Students

9
out of 10

Valley Stream South High School

Public

Grades 7-12

1,224 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Valley Stream State Park
  • Brookville Park
  • Center for Science Teaching and Learning
  • Hempstead Lake State Park
  • Roy Wilkins Recreation Center

Airports

  • John F Kennedy International
  • Laguardia

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