East Moriches, NY Condos for Sale

East Moriches, known as "the quiet Hamptons," is a welcoming community on Long Island's South Shore, just 6 miles from Westhampton. The neighborhood is characterized by its friendly atmosphere, exemplified by local businesses like East Moriches Hardware, where community-minded service is the norm. Residents enjoy boating on Moriches Bay, with easy access to the Atlantic Ocean via the Moriches Inlet, making it a boater's paradise. On land, attractions include Atlantic Avenue Park and Terrell River County Park, offering wooded hiking trails and dog-friendly spaces. Homes in East Moriches range from colonial, ranch-style, and Cape Cod designs in suburban developments to private waterfront communities like Newport Beach, where residents have access to private beaches and boat slips. The area has a lower crime rate compared to the national average. Community events, street fairs, and holiday parades are common in nearby Center Moriches, less than 2 miles away. Dining options along Montauk Highway include Crust Around the Corner for pizza and ITA Kitchen Waterfront for waterside dining. Although East Moriches lacks a grocery store, nearby Center Moriches and Eastport provide shopping options. The East Moriches Union Free School District is highly rated, with East Moriches Elementary and East Moriches School earning high marks. Commuters can access the Long Island Rail Road at Speonk or Mastic-Shirley stations, with travel times to Manhattan and Montauk under two hours.