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Peaceful, but close to the action in West Sayville
Tucked between Oakdale and Sayville at the edge of the Great South Bay and just a few miles west of Patchogue, West Sayville feels, for many, like a quiet lull given shape — a sudden breath of calm. “It has all the benefits of having active villages nearby, but yet, really, it’s a quiet little area,” says Lara Barra, a licensed real estate salesperson at Keller Williams Realty who has been selling homes in the area for over five years. “Whereas Sayville has a very bustling main street with shopping, boutiques, every restaurant you can think of, West Sayville is much quieter. You’re literally within walking distance, but it’s just a quiet neighborhood and very peaceful, and close to everything — the train station to get to Manhattan, beaches, the Sayville ferries are close as well to get to Fire Island.” West Sayville itself is a world of tree-studded residential streets paved wide to make up for the lack of sidewalks. The streets themselves look like any other suburb on the island, but there’s a relaxed, slightly beachy atmosphere, especially on the weekends when many locals head to nearby marinas to get out on the water in their boats.
Catch the ferry to Fire Island from the many launch points in nearby Sayville.
West Sayville is situated on the Great South Bay.
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Boating on the Great South Bay, golfing and nearby hiking
Despite being a small neighborhood, West Sayville has four marinas, all at its southeastern corner. “It's a great boating community because you’re right in between Oakdale and Sayville,” says Larry McKenna, a licensed real estate salesperson at Signature Premier Properties who has been selling in the area for 17 years. McKenna adds that Oakdale has even more marinas, so there’s no shortage of options for avid boaters. Near West Sayville’s marinas, Greens Creek County Park is a little waterfront green space with a tiny stretch of sand on the bay, though swimming and fishing aren’t allowed here. The park also edges the canal, so it’s a popular spot to watch boats go by. The West Sayville Country Club is popular among residents, which is a county-owned club with an 18-hole public course right by the water. “It’s a nice place to play,” McKenna says. “I’ve played there; my son plays there more than I do.” A handful of pocket parks provide playgrounds throughout the neighborhood, and Cherry Avenue Dog Park is just outside its northern border. The fenced area is large and mostly grassy, with a water fountain when the weather is hot. Those looking to enjoy nature on land for a few hours drive less than 6 miles to Connetquot River State Park Preserve, which has 50 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails.
West Sayville is also home to a couple museums, including the Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum and the Long Island Maritime Museum. Located right on the bay, the Long Island Maritime Museum also offers guests the chance to book a two-hour cruise or a dinner on their 1888 oyster sloop, named Priscilla.
Learn about our military at the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum in West Sayville.
Discover the rich history of sailing at the Long Island Maritime Museum in West Sayville.
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Small fixer-uppers starting at $400,000
Many of the neighborhood’s older homes were built between the 1940s and 1960s. These homes are often ranch-style houses and Cape Cods, but a little closer to the water, New Englander-style homes and single-family houses built in the 1800s that ride the line between farmhouse and another style like bungalow or Victorian become a little more common. North of Montauk Highway, there are also more recently built new traditional homes. Although West Sayville is a waterfront neighborhood, there are no waterfront homes here, which helps to keep prices down. Small fixer-uppers start as low as $400,000, but most homes cost in the $500,000 or $600,000 range. They typically max out at about $750,000, but a few large new traditional homes can climb to about $950,000. The neighborhood is incredibly small, however, so there are often only a few homes for sale at any given time. “Only 23 homes in the entire last year went for sale in West Sayville,” Barra says.
As a waterfront community, there’s a moderate risk of flooding here. Wind damage is the bigger concern, though, especially during hurricane season. To combat these risks, homeowners buy insurance. The CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, which is below the national average of 4.
Cozy Cape Cods adorn the streets of West Sayville.
New traditional homes are bringing contemporary design to West Sayville.
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Annual seafood-themed celebration on the docks
Every year on the third weekend of August, The Long Island Maritime Museum hosts the West Sayville Seafood Festival, an event that draws thousands of people. “They have live music, they have all kinds of seafood imaginable,” McKenna says. “It’s down right on the water. It’s real nice down there.” There’s also an arts and crafts fair during the festival that features local artists, plus face painting and pirate-themed entertainment.
Lobster rolls reign supreme along Montauk Highway
West Sayville’s main street is Montauk Highway, the same three-lane road that connects to Sayville’s downtown strip. Here, it’s lined with small businesses, a pharmacy and a few restaurants. The Shed Restaurant is one of the area’s most popular restaurants, as is Kingston’s Clam Bar, a seasonal spot that sits right on the water with views of the bay. “They’re both famous for their lobster rolls,” Barra says. “And The Shed has a really nice brunch.” At Claws Seafood Market, locals can enjoy more lobster rolls and crab cakes or buy fresh seafood to cook at home. West Sayville’s smattering of local businesses includes a bicycle store, a beauty supplies store and a cheese shop, with what Barra calls a “boutique feel.” For groceries, most drive about a mile to Stop & Shop in Sayville — which is also where many locals go for more shops, restaurants, bars, a theater and an energetic nightlife. “It’s very, very quaint and almost like a step back in time, where all the streets have sidewalks and the main street is lined with stores,” Barra says. “And most of the parking is behind, so it’s a walkable main street.”
Stop by The Shed Restaurant in West Sayville for hand crafted cocktails and exquisite food.
Get your groceries from Stop & Shop in neighboring Sayville.
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Education split between Sayville and Connetquot schools
West Sayville is split pretty evenly between two school districts. Children living on the east side of the neighborhood attend the Sayville Union Free School District, which earns an A from Niche. They can start their educations at Cherry Avenue Elementary School, which has a B, before moving on to Sayville Middle School, which has an A-minus, and Sayville High School. With an A, the high school has a student-to-teacher ratio of 11-to-1 and its girls’ lacrosse team made the Girls’ National Top 25 in 2024.
Children living on the west side of the neighborhood attend the Connetquot Central School District, which gets an A-minus. This is a larger district, and children can begin their educations at Edward J. Bosti Elementary School, which has an A-minus. Oakdale-Bohemia Middle School gets a B-plus and Connetquot High School has a B-plus. This high school also has a student-to-teacher ratio of 11-to-1, despite serving over 2,000 students. At the high school, seniors with parking spaces get to personalize them by painting them on a special day at the start of the school year.
Sayville High School is a highly rated public school.
Sayville Middle School teaches students in grades 6-8.
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Montauk Highway, nearby LIRR for commutes to NYC
Montauk Highway is the only major road directly in West Sayville, but it takes only a few minutes to hop onto Sunrise Highway to the north. It doesn’t have its own Long Island Rail Road station, but Oakdale Station is just over 2 miles away. From there, commuters reach Manhattan’s Penn Station in about an hour and 20 minutes. Long Island MacArthur Airport is about 5 miles away, and it’s about 9 miles to Long Island Community Hospital from West Sayville.
Catch a train from Oakdale LIRR station close to West Sayville.
Homes in West Sayville have lush and spacious property sizes.
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Parks in this Area
Cherry Avenue Dog Park
Dog Park
Playground
Parking Lot
Green's Creek County Park
Picnic Area
Beach
Locust Ave Field
Baseball/Softball
Brookside County Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Edwin Boogertman Memorial Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Tulip Ave Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Long Island MacArthur
13 min drive
Bus
Montauk HWY & Dale Dr
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Montauk HWY & La Salle Pl
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Montauk HWY & Atlantic Ave (W)
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Montauk HWY & Brook St
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Montauk HWY & Atlantic Ave
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Montauk HWY & W Oak Dr
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Montauk HWY & Rollstone Ave
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.79 Reviews
4.0Niche User
9/19/2014Niche Review
Suffolk police officers are paid extremely high wages for mediocre work, but there is no crime to speak of in this town either.
3.0Niche User
1/16/2016Niche Review
This is a small, charming community with friendly people, most of whom have lived there their entire lives. This is a pet friendly community, as well as child friendly. Sayville has loads of parades and festivals as well as other events that are perfect for families. There are a number of parks and sports venues, from soccer fields to baseball fields. All in all, the only negative comments would be aimed at the price of living here and the lack of diversity.
3.0Niche User
1/16/2016Niche Review
I usually feel safe in Sayville, and police are always around during town festivals and whatnot and usually respond quickly when called, but they could definitely have a bigger presence in Sayville.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Sayville
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
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Sayville, Long Island sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Sayville, Long Island over the last 12 months is $644,674, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,845
Median Age
46
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$154,475
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$171,292
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.4%
Advanced Degrees
17.9%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
37''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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