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Carle Place

Carle Place

Suburban Neighborhood in Long Island, New York

Suffolk County 11514

Neighborhood Reviews
4.6
$844,144 Average Value
$544 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Modernized original Levitt suburb off the Meadowbrook State Parkway

Those who recall the post-World War II chapters of their American history textbooks know 1947 as the birthyear of the original Levittown, a sprawling and enduring blueprint for midcentury suburbia. Fewer history buffs know about the 600-household trial of that assembly-line building process conducted by Levitt & Sons in the hamlet of Carle Place in 1946, marketed toward returning veterans and standing a few miles from its more well-known cousin. In the decades following this first subdivision, rapid suburbanization spread, filling the square-mile hamlet with enough starter homes and shopping centers to support the post-war baby boom. Despite plenty of nods to its history, including a jumpy public school mascot that recalls the land's former name of Frog Hollow, Carle Place is far from stuck in the past. The hamlet’s 21st-century community enjoys next-street-over access to an outsized number of modernized commercial districts and Long Island commuter hubs while keeping its know-your-neighbor sensibility through an active civic association and the Carle Place Moms (And Dads) Facebook page. “If somebody asks for help, people volunteer. If you lose your dog and post it on the Facebook page, everybody looks out their windows and says, ‘I saw him running down this block,’ or ‘I took him into my house, come and get him!’ People look out for each other,” says Wendy Liotti, team leader of Compass Greater NY’s Rowan Team whose family has been active in community and real estate life in Carle Place for over 60 years. “Carle Place has a very small-town feeling. It’s very welcoming and not pretentious. People come from all walks of life, and we’re close to everything – the Long Island Rail Road, all the major parkways, shopping – we're just like a hidden gem.”

Nearly 6,000 residents call Carle Place home.
Nearly 6,000 residents call Carle Place home.
Find your forever home among likeminded neighbors in Carle Place.
Find your forever home among likeminded neighbors in Carle Place.
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Original Levitt houses and midcentury single-family homes from $650,000

Carle Place’s stock of single-family homes still includes original no-basement, concrete slab Levitt houses, but even those that were built outside of the initial subdivision share the classic midcentury stylings that were popular in the 1940s through 1960s. Ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, Minimal Traditional homes and larger Colonial Revivals and split-levels are common, settled along blocked or gently winding streets that may or may not be lined with sidewalks. Tidy landscaping and pocket-sized lawns front most homes, and some houses across the design and size spectrums have seen significant full-wing expansions or extensive interior remodeling over the years. While homes needing significant renovation can go for less, most will sell for $650,000 to $1.2 million. Carle Place has a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.

The median listing home price in Carle Place is over $770,000.
The median listing home price in Carle Place is over $770,000.
Colonial style homes in Carle Place feature expansive lawns for residents.
Colonial style homes in Carle Place feature expansive lawns for residents.
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Small classes and athletic programs at Carle Place schools

“Carle Place is a school town. There’s usually less than 100 kids in a grade, so they’re public schools but almost with a private school feeling – everybody knows each other, there’s a lot of personal attention,” Liotti says. “The schools are all on the peripheral of a big field. We have a lot of scholar athletes, if you go by after school or on a weekend, you see them out playing soccer and baseball. The soccer, softball, lacrosse and field hockey teams – for a small school, they’re very accomplished. They win conference titles.” Clustered on adjacent campuses, Carle Place’s public schools also share similarly positive reputations. Kids will attend Cherry Lane School for kindergarten through second grade, which earns an A-minus from Niche, before moving on to A-rated Rushmore Avenue School for third through sixth grades. Carle Place Middle/High School earns a B-plus, serving students from seventh grade through graduation.

Students love the curriculum at Rushmore Ave School.
Students love the curriculum at Rushmore Ave School.
Join the family at Carle Place High School, where students are the top priority,.
Join the family at Carle Place High School, where students are the top priority,.
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Commuting on parkways and from the new Carle Place LIRR Station

The Northern State Parkway starts to hook even further north on the edge of Carle Place, one of Long Island’s busy east-to-west connectors. Many commuters will head up the Meadowbrook State Parkway, which cuts through the hamlet, to the Northern State Parkway, merging onto the Long Island Expressway on the roughly 25-mile drive to Manhattan. The Carle Place Long Island Station reopened in 2021, introducing a modernized look and expanded service as part of the much broader LIRR Expansion Project to the commuter hub that gave the hamlet its initial suburban boost. “Carle Place has little to no parking, but most people can walk to the station because we’re only one square mile. We’re right between Mineola and Westbury, and they have plenty of parking,” Liotti advises. From Carle Place, Penn Station is about a 40-minute ride away. NYU Langone Hospital Long Island is a couple of miles away in Mineola, and John F. Kennedy International Airport is nearly 20 miles away.

The Carle Place LIRR station offers residents easy access to New York City.
The Carle Place LIRR station offers residents easy access to New York City.
Carle Place offers residents quaint suburban vibes within reach of bustling New York City.
Carle Place offers residents quaint suburban vibes within reach of bustling New York City.
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Carle Place Little League fields and Eisenhower Park

Similar to many suburbs on Long Island, Carle Place’s Little League season is a big deal, and teams can often be found playing at the 8th Street Field or the diamonds at Charles J. Fuschillo Park. The latter is the hamlet’s main park, one which finished up an extensive remodel in 2023 that introduced new elements like a spray park and the first fully accessible playground in the Town of North Hempstead. While Carle Place’s own community parks are popular, one of Nassau County’s most iconic destination parks is also nearby, sprawling along Merrick Avenue a few miles to the east. Eisenhower Park’s amenities are too many to list, but Liotti offers a few suggestions: “In the summer, they have concerts at the bandshell, you can pay a daily rate or become a member to swim in the indoor Olympic-sized pool, they have the Northwell Skating Rink and, of course, the picnic grounds and the golf courses. Sometimes, I just walk around the pond in the middle. It’s a pleasant place to go.”

Perfect your drives with the 3 wood at the nearby Eisenhower Park driving range.
Perfect your drives with the 3 wood at the nearby Eisenhower Park driving range.
Charles Fuschillo Park in Carle Place has an all ages and handicap accessible playground.
Charles Fuschillo Park in Carle Place has an all ages and handicap accessible playground.
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Shopping and dining on Old Country Road

Old Country Road is the hamlet’s southern border and a jam-packed commercial thoroughfare, so much so that locals know to avoid traveling that way during the holiday season. Roosevelt Field is at the center of the madness, the largest shopping mall on Long Island with an island-sized regional pull for retail shopping. Strip malls crowd the same road on either side of the mall, anchored by big box essentials like Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Costco and Target. Among plenty of national chain restaurants, Thomas’s Ham & Eggery Diner stands out for its retro neon sign-topped exterior and a vintage interior packed with regulars who aren’t afraid of a bit of a wait before browsing a book-like menu. Glen Cove Road cuts north from Old Country Road, branching busy strip malls and retail anchors like ALDI and REI up and through the hamlet. The business district on Westbury Avenue is much quieter, lining the sidewalks with the seasonal plant displays at Lily’s Carle Place Garden Center and a diverse collection of local businesses, ranging from Rialto’s white tablecloth Italian restaurant ambiance to Doce Empanadas & Coffee, a newer addition that has already earned neighborhood-favorite status for its selection of 12 signature pastry fillings.

Taste the Mediterranean at Jimmy's Gyros in Carle Place.
Taste the Mediterranean at Jimmy's Gyros in Carle Place.
Barnes and Noble Bookseller chain is the largest bookstore in Carle Place.
Barnes and Noble Bookseller chain is the largest bookstore in Carle Place.
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Fun runs and trunk or treat with the Carle Place Civic Association

Every April, the streets around the Carle Place Union Free Public School District close to traffic, ready for the racing participants of the annual Carle Place Civic Association Family Fun Run/Walk. The civic association also helps the community celebrate major holidays, including hosting a popular Trunk or Treat in the high school’s parking lot. While not required, going all out on matching costumes and themed trunk decor is a surefire way to be featured on the Carle Place Civic’s Facebook page and The Carle Place Frog Horn newsletter.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John F Kennedy International

27 min drive

Train

Carle Place Station

Bus

Glen Cove Rd & Voice Rd

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Westbury Av & Cherry

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Atlantic Av & Cherry Ln

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Mallard Rd & Cherry Ln

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Zeckendorf Bl & Old Country

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Stonehinge Ln & Westbury

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Glen Cove Rd & Jerome Ave

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 12 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
10/29/2021 Niche Review
Love carle place. Friendly neighbor good public school. Close to LIRR train station and about half hour you get to penn station. Close to mall, Costco and Trade Joe's very convenient. Will keep my house here
3.0 Current Resident
5/1/2023 Niche Review
The town is very small and clicky. Word spreads like wildfire. The schools are pretty good and the town is cute.
4.0 Current Resident
5/11/2018 Niche Review
Overall, Carle Place is a community full of supportive and caring people. A small town, the residents are close-knit. We all support each other, especially when times get hard. If a family is going through a tough time, the entire community will join together to provide them with dinner every day of the week. Like every other town, though, there are rude or creepy neighbors that can bring the town down. It is a quiet town, with not much to do except go to the mall.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Carle Place US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$865,000
Median Single Family Price
$800,000
Median Townhouse Price
$870,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$544
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Months of Supply
2.50
Median List Price
$803,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,347
Median Year Built
1948
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,875
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,600
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,600
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    268 Fairfield Ave, Carle Place, NY 11514

    $808,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,146 Sq Ft
    • 268 Fairfield Ave
    • New 6 days ago

    Newly renovated in 2023, this beautifully designed 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms home offers 1,146 sq. ft. of refined living space, situated on a generous 6,000 sq ft lot. This residence blends comfort and functionality perfect for everyday living.Step inside to discover a light-filled interior, a walk-in closet, a modern kitchen with granite counters, a pantry, and a dedicated dining area ideal for

    Xingye Fu EXP Realty

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 2pm

    215 Jerome Ave, Carle Place, NY 11514

    $688,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,130 Sq Ft
    • 215 Jerome Ave
    • New 16 days ago

    Nestled on a tranquil dead-end street in the highly sought-after Carle Place School District, this charming Cape style home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Step inside and you'll be greeted by the spacious dining room/living room, ideal for entertaining guests or simply unwinding after a long day. Attached to the eat-in kitchen, the one-car garage is complete with a

    Marilyn Vincennie-Winer Compass Greater NY LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,771
Median Age
44
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$113,791
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,244

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
46.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.2%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
21''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

81 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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