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East Atlantic Beach

East Atlantic Beach

Suburban Neighborhood in Long Island, New York

Suffolk County 11509, 11561

$1,276,697 Average Value
$679 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Calm, neighborly community with ocean and bay access

Sandwiched between Atlantic Beach and Long Beach, it’s understandable to assume that East Atlantic Beach is a little copy of one of the recognizable communities — even if it’s also not an entirely correct one. “The neighborhoods in Long Beach are all part of the same little barrier island that’s a part of Long Island. In that way, they all feel like they’re part of one place, but each one also has its own character,” says Peter Posner, a licensed real estate salesperson at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty who has been selling homes here for 9 years. Dubbed “EAB” by locals, East Atlantic Beach is the quietest of the three communities, yet it offers access to all the nightlife and bustle of Long Beach just a short walk or bike ride away for many residents. It also offers access to a bigger municipal beach than Atlantic Beach, which mitigates any need to belong to a swanky beach club. “If you like the bay or the ocean, they’re both right there,” says Frank DeLucia, a licensed associate broker at Coldwell Banker American Homes who lives nearby in Long Beach and has sold homes here for over 30 years. “It’s just a friendly little hamlet. Everybody knows everybody there.”

Bike your way through the cozy shores of East Atlantic Beach.
Bike your way through the cozy shores of East Atlantic Beach.
Catch tonight's Flounder dinner off the shores of East Atlantic Beach.
Catch tonight's Flounder dinner off the shores of East Atlantic Beach.
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Sunbathing and swimming at East Atlantic Beach

The half of the beach that’s not part of the local event venue and two beach clubs is municipal and for residents only — with a couple major exceptions. “If you have 10 friends over, and you walk in with them, they’ll let them in on the beach and they won’t charge you anything,” DeLucia says. “It’s not like Long Beach — you can’t do that there. When you have guests, you can take them right on the beach with you, there’s no charge at all.” People who are renting homes from residents are also welcome on East Atlantic Beach. The neighborhood is mostly a year-round community, though, so while summer rentals do happen and make the neighborhood busier during the warm months, DeLucia says it’s only by a little bit — another difference that sets it apart from Long Beach. East Atlantic Beach also has lifeguards during the summer, secure locations where locals can leave their chairs and umbrellas between beach visits and a playground for younger kids. It’s a prime spot for locals to enjoy swimming and sunbathing, especially because it is often less crowded than Long Beach. Surfing can be a little dodgy at this beach because the sandbars here tend toward making waves close out. Better surfing spots are found in Long Beach and Lido Beach, but plenty of surfers still test out their skills here.

Reach endless summer with surf, sand, and shade in East Atlantic Beach.
Reach endless summer with surf, sand, and shade in East Atlantic Beach.
Dip your toes into the Atlantic along the pristine shores of East Atlantic Beach.
Dip your toes into the Atlantic along the pristine shores of East Atlantic Beach.
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Inland fixer-uppers starting around $700,000

East Atlantic Beach is almost entirely residential, and homes range from the expected Cape Cods, colonials, hi-ranches and new traditional homes to contemporary homes built anywhere between 1970 and 2000. Small fixer-uppers without direct water access typically start at around $700,000, though they occasionally dip into the $600,000 range, and max out at around $2 million. Homes right on the ocean or the bay usually range between $1 million and $4 million, though a few outliers rocket past this. The most expensive homes are typically on the ocean side, but this isn’t always true — one of the neighborhood’s priciest homes, worth an estimated $11.5 million, actually sits on the bay. Nearer the Atlantic, beachy tri-story homes become much more common, either built on stilts or over first-floor garages to help protect against flooding. Like other waterfront and island communities, flood insurance is a must here. The CAP Index crime score is 3 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.

Find your forever home in a cozy Cape Cod in East Atlantic Beach.
Find your forever home in a cozy Cape Cod in East Atlantic Beach.
Homes close to the ocean side of East Atlantic Beach often have first-floor garages.
Homes close to the ocean side of East Atlantic Beach often have first-floor garages.
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Closing off the street for block parties

Frequent block parties help strengthen East Atlantic Beach’s neighborly atmosphere. “They chip in and hire something for the kids,” DeLucia says. “A juggler, a clown, rides maybe.” A street is often blocked off for these events. Beyond this, though, Long Beach is the go-to spot for big festivals and concerts.

Popular beer garden, walking to Atlantic or Long Beach

There’s only one restaurant in East Atlantic Beach, which Posner calls “a charming beer garden.” Das Biergarten offers a wide selection of German-inspired food, but its pretzels and pretzel buns are particularly popular. It also has a long beer list and outdoor seating with umbrellas. “Of course, if you live here, you’ve got the option of walking next door to places like Dino’s with its coal-fired pizza over in Atlantic Beach or you’ve got Long Beach on the other side with tons of retail and bars and restaurants,” Posner says. Perhaps the most popular of Atlantic Beach’s spots is Beginnings, a bar and restaurant with a warm, bookshelf-filled interior. One block across the border with Long Beach, Beach Bagel & Deli is also popular and Key Food Supermarkets offers groceries.

Sink your teeth into the pan roasted Salmon, or Mahi Mahi Tacos at Beginnings in Atlantic Beach.
Sink your teeth into the pan roasted Salmon, or Mahi Mahi Tacos at Beginnings in Atlantic Beach.
Don't miss a New York Rangers game at Das Biergarten in East Atlantic Beach.
Don't miss a New York Rangers game at Das Biergarten in East Atlantic Beach.
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Internship program at Long Beach High

The Long Beach City School District has an A on Niche. West Elementary School has an A and a student-to-teacher ratio of 8-to-1. It’s also within walking distance of many homes in East Atlantic Beach. Children then move on to Long Beach Middle School, which has an A-minus, and Long Beach High School, which has an A. The high school has a student-to-teacher ratio of 10-to-1 and offers a program that allows students to complete an internship at local businesses like real estate and law offices or even the New York State Senate. The program requires a minimum of 55 hours to be put into this internship over the course of a semester, fulfilled after school or on weekends.

Long Beach High School in Lido Beach has 1,303 students in grades 9-12 with a ratio of 11 to 1.
Long Beach High School in Lido Beach has 1,303 students in grades 9-12 with a ratio of 11 to 1.
Long Beach Middle School in Lido Beach has 756 students in grades 6-8 with a ratio of 8 to 1.
Long Beach Middle School in Lido Beach has 756 students in grades 6-8 with a ratio of 8 to 1.
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Commuting by car, LIRR

Beech Street is East Atlantic Beach’s main thoroughfare, but even for a main road, it’s relatively quiet. Bus stops dot the road, and getting off the island is just a matter of driving west on it toward the Atlantic Beach Bridge, which brings commuters back onto Long Island. Alternatively, they can head east along it to Long Beach Station, where the Long Island Rail Road brings commuters to Manhattan’s Penn Station in just under an hour. St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is less than 4 miles away and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 9 miles away.

East Atlantic Beach is surrounded by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Reynolds Channel.
East Atlantic Beach is surrounded by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Reynolds Channel.
The boardwalk in nearby Atlantic Beach stretches across the dues along the Atlantic Ocean.
The boardwalk in nearby Atlantic Beach stretches across the dues along the Atlantic Ocean.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John F Kennedy International

21 min drive

Bus

Beech St Opp Scott Dr

Bus

Richard St & Beech

Bus

Beech St & Clayton Ave

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Beech St & Buffalo Ave

Bus

Beech St & Scott Dr

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,200,000
Median Single Family Price
$1,350,000
Median Townhouse Price
$1,850,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$679
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Months of Supply
7.60
Median List Price
$1,585,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
539
Median Year Built
1952
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,550
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,316

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    1328 Park St, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

    $1,500,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,200 Sq Ft
    • 1328 Park St

    This stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bath home, blending modern comfort with timeless style. A split-level foyer leads to a bright living room with custom grass wallpaper, crown molding, and exquisite millwork, flowing into a formal dining room. The gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, paneled appliances, a stone backsplash, and granite countertops. The primary bedroom offers two custom walk-in

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    1482 Park St, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509

    $1,650,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,006 Sq Ft
    • 1482 Park St

    Real Estate in Atlantic Beach Is The Best Investment ***** PRICE JUST REDUCED on this Spacious 2 story home!!!! Located On The Corner Of A Quiet Cul-De Sac In Atlantic Beach.**** 1st Floor Features A Chef's Kitchen With 3 Ovens, 2 Sinks, Granite Countertops, Walk-In Pantry. ****Convenient 1st Floor Primary Bedroom with Full Bath. Also on the first floor are 2 Additional Bedrooms & Bath. ***The

    Annett Ellis Annett C Ellis Realty Inc

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,852
Median Age
49
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
15.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$136,226
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,515

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
60.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

27 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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