Why Live in South Farmingdale
South Farmingdale is a tranquil residential neighborhood known for its single-family homes, including Cape Cods, ranch-style, hi-ranches, split-level, and colonial houses. The area is peaceful and lacks a trendy downtown, but it is conveniently located just a mile from the bustling downtown Farmingdale, which has been voted “Best Downtown” in the Bethpage Best of Long Island Awards for nine consecutive years. Residents enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and nightlife along Main Street, with popular spots like G & L Bagels, Mary’s Pizza and Pasta, and D & D Bakery. The Farmingdale Union Free School District serves the community, with highly rated schools such as Woodward Parkway Elementary School and Farmingdale High School, which offers career and technical education programs. Ellsworth W. Allen Park is the largest park in the area, providing fields for baseball, softball, soccer, and football, as well as tennis courts. Smaller parks like Dorset Park and Meadowwood Field Park offer playgrounds and basketball courts. Bethpage State Park, located just 3 miles away, is a favorite for hiking, biking, and sports, featuring the renowned Bethpage Black Course. Commuters benefit from proximity to major highways like Bethpage State Parkway, Southern State Parkway, and State Route 110, as well as the Long Island Rail Road’s Farmingdale Station, which offers a one-hour train ride to Pennsylvania Station. The neighborhood also hosts various community events, including music festivals, outdoor movie nights, parades, carnivals, and the Farmingdale Fall Fair.
Home Trends in South Farmingdale, NY
On average, homes in South Farmingdale, NY sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in South Farmingdale, NY over the last 12 months is $690,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$690,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$725,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$430,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$485
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median List Price
$699,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%