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Recreation and history in St. James
St. James, a Long Island hamlet along the north shore with history to spare, gives residents access to popular recreation spots while preserving its historic landmarks. “St. James is in Smithtown with stores, restaurants and history. It’s close to Stony Brook University Hospital, where I heard seniors can get free oral cancer screening services,” says Adelle Longo, a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, GRI., with Laffey Real Estate. Many residents head south to spend the day walking around Smith Haven Mall or north for a quick vacation on quiet beaches. Commuters also have a direct path into central New York City with St. James station and the Smithtown Bypass. Whether locals want a history lesson or good food, they don’t have to travel far.
NID 539997 Long Beach Town Park has several boat ramps and a marina close to the sound.
Voila the Bistro offers delicious French foods in a Victorian setting.
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Visiting Gaynor Park
Residents in St. James have historic landmarks and public parks to explore. Visitors at Gaynor Park can practice on the paved basketball or tennis courts or baseball diamonds while kids hang out on the playground equipment. Burke Veterans Memorial Park has the same amenities, but this park has even more space filled with soccer fields and a sand volleyball court. For some fun outside of town, the Smithtown Library- Smithtown Building offers group book discussions and nearby beaches make for easy day trips. “Nissequogue has high-end, exclusive beaches. You can also rent canoes at the Nissequogue River,” Longo says. Longo also recommends visiting the Sweetbriar Nature Center, where locals can see animals the center has rehabilitated. While there is no cost to enter the grounds, donations are accepted and some events require purchased tickets.
Gaynor Park in Saint James is a great little neighborhood park with newer tennis courts.
Veterans Park has baseball fields, soccer fields, and basketball courts.
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Shopping and dining in St. James
“The St. James General Store is the oldest general store in the United States that’s still open to the public. They have items you won’t find in grocery stores like sasparilla drinks and wooden barrels of candy,” Longo says. The store was founded in 1857 and has been renovated to preserve the historic architecture. Smith Haven Mall off Smithtown Bypass is a popular and busy place to browse over 100 stores or grab a table at The Cheesecake Factory, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse or Mito Asian Fusion. Popular restaurants along Lake Avenue include Patio Pizza and Basil Cafe. The family-owned Mickey’s Ice Cream & Kitchen Space serves small-batch ice cream and customers can load up their cones with free toppings. For groceries, Adli and Trader Joe’s are off Smithtown Bypass, and there's a King Kullen nearby.
Saint James General Store is located on Moriches Road on the way in to Nissequogue.
Smith Haven Mall in nearby Lake Grove is a large area filled with places to shop.
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Colonial Revivals and Cape Cods from $675,000
While the history and access to local amenities draw people in, residents stick around for the homes. Five-bedroom Colonial Revivals on large lots built as recently as 2024 range from $900,000 to $1.5 million. Four-bedroom Cape Cods with impressive yard space range from $675,000 to $875,000. Fairfield at St. James is a 55-and-older community with condos that sell for $445,000 to $650,000. The CAP Index score gives St. James a crime score of 2 out of 10, with 4 being the national average.
Depending on which area of Saint James, you will find clusters of Colonial Revivals.
Colonial homes are the most common of home styles in St James.
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Team sports at Smithtown High East
Parents in St. James have two elementary schools to choose from when enrolling their kids. St. James Elementary in the north earns an A-minus from Niche, and Mills Pond Elementary gets an A. No matter which school kids attend, they later move on to Nesaquake Middle School and then Smithtown High School East, both of which earn A-minus ratings as well. Girls at Smithtown High School East can try out for the flag football team, a recent addition to the school’s long list of teams, including the championship-winning softball and soccer teams.
Smithtown High School East is a public high school located in St James.
NID 537910 Nesaquake Middle School off Edgewood Avenue resides next to a farm and vineyard.
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Annual haunted house at Deepwells Farm
Halloween is a major event at Deepwells Farm, which holds an annual haunted house and has a spot to snap some witchy photos. The farm's statue, Winnie the Witch, was erected in 1977 and recently underwent a restoration. The St. James Farmers Market is held every Saturday from June to October at the historic St. James Lutheran Church. St. James has multiple churches for Lutherans, Pentecostals and non-denominational churchgoers. St. James Episcopal Church is a historic landmark that still holds services.
Winnie the Witch is a Saint James landmark mainstay visible on North Country Road.
Deep Wells Historical Society in Saint James is a large old mansion used for events.
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Commuting on the Long Island Rail Road
The St. James train station, built in 1873, takes commuters to New York City on The Long Island Rail Road. Trains come and go every two hours, so those who miss their chance to board can drive 9 miles down the Smithtown Bypass to the Port Jefferson train station or 7 miles to the larger Ronkonkoma station. The Long Island Innovation Park at Hauppauge, which is the country's second-largest commercial business center, is 7 miles away using the bypass.
St. James has a LI Railroad station where you start a journey out of town.
Route 347 in Saint James is a main corridor to the Northern State Parkway.
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Parks in this Area
Gaynor Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Cordwood Park
Boating
Lake
Picnic Area
Sprofera Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Avalon Park & Preserve
Trails
Long Beach Town Park
CoEd Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Veterans Memorial Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
East Hills Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Short Beach Town Park
Transit
Airport
Long Island MacArthur
21 min drive
Train
St James Station
Bus
Jericho Tpk & Arlington Ave
Bus
Jericho Tpk & Franklin Dr
Bus
Jericho Tpk & Hobson Ave
Bus
Smith Haven Mall (No Pick Ups)
Bus
Middle Country Rd & Huber Pl
Bus
Smith Haven Mall
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.412 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
9/1/2018Niche Review
Homes are beautiful, outside family always loves to drive around my neighborhood just to look at peoples property. Very safe for kids, and great public schooling. Not much to do around the area, there is the typical movie theatre, mall right nearby and plenty of sled owned business and restaurants. Overall good town for raising kids and me and my brother liked having freedom to ride our bikes into the little town/ Main Street alone since we were young.
5.0Current Resident
7/2/2018Niche Review
I've lived here for 24 years and its one of few last villages on Ling Island that is neighborly & safe. My husbands grandparents lived here and had a small business since then, many other small businesses have become staples of life here.
5.0Current Resident
10/6/2023Niche Review
St. James is a quaint town located on the north shore of Long Island. Its claim to fame is the St. James General Store which is one of the oldest operating general stores in the nation. It is a wonderful place to visit. The peace and tranquility of this town makes it a relaxing and beautiful place to live. There are many top-notch restaurants here as well. St. James Day is a wonderful community-building day that offers opportunities for vendors and patrons alike to immerse in the beauty of St. James
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Saint James
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint James, Long Island sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Saint James, Long Island over the last 12 months is $752,326, up 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Gorgeous 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Custom Colonial in renowned Smithtown School District. Featuring Formal Entry, Formal Living Room and Dining Room, Custom Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances and Granite Countertops, Den, 16X20 Primary ensuite with Full Bath and his and hers cedar lined walk in closets, 3 additional large bedrooms and hall bath, Full Finished Basement, 1 car garage, Natural Gas
Meticulously maintained expanded StoryBook Ranch located on a lovely street. Hardwood floors throughout, this home has been newly painted. Formal living room is extended with a spacious dining area. The eat in kitchen has been updated with lots of cabinets and granite counters. Primary Suite has 1/2 bathroom and a walk in closet. This home was extended to include a 4th huge bedroom with lots
Totally Renovated Three Bedroom Two and a Half Bath Home on .25 acre, with Azek Front and Vinyl Siding. Architectural Roof, Covered Front Porch with Trex Decking. Wide Plank Hardwood Floors, brand new Shaker Style Kitchen Cabinets and Quartz Counter Tops. New LED Hi-Hat Lighting, Two new Bathrooms, Gas Heat, Navien Hot Water, New Stainless-Steel Appliances, Rear Trex Deck. 200 AMP Electric,
High End Builder Presents His Newest Masterpiece! Check Out This Stunning 4 Bedroom,3 Bath Hampton Style Colonial Home on Quiet Cul-de Sac in the Hamlet of Saint James. This Home Was Carefully Designed With The Most Discerning Buyer In Mind. The Open Floorplan Is Well Suited For the Avid Entertainer As Well As For Everyday Comfortable Living. This Beauty Is Situated On A Flat Half Acre Property
Welcome to 5 Hamlet Woods Drive, an exceptional residence nestled in the prestigious gated community of The Hamlet Estates at St. James. This stunning home offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and convenience with resort-style amenities at your fingertips.Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this home offers a bright, open floor plan with soaring ceilings, upgraded
For Rent: 2 Bed, 2 Bath Upper Condo in Fairfield at St. James (55+ Community)Welcome to quiet and private living in the highly desirable Fairfield at St. James—a gated 55+ community. This recently renovated upper Andover model condo features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a bright living room with a cozy fireplace and sliding glass doors to your private balcony overlooking lush green
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
13,704
Median Age
46
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$138,169
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$163,916
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
50.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
37''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
75/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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