Retirement Communities on Long Island, NY for 55+ senior citizens

Updated: 9/27/24

Retirement communities on Long Island are of interest to seniors who want to quit snow shoveling and lawn mowing and sell their long-time home to find an over 55+ community on Long Island.  They can use their equity to buy a new home and still have some money left over for retirement savings. This typical scenario has gone on for a long time and isn't likely to change.  

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Age-Restricted Communities in Suffolk County (55+)

Islandia

• The Polo Club at Islandia, NY (Suffolk County) Attached luxury condominium homes in central Long Island location.  First 10 buildings are for 55+; next six are not (verify) 1239 Old Nichols Rd., Islandia - Call them at 631-784-4105 to set appointment; open Thursday through Saturday 11am-3pm by appointment.

 From $600's

Yaphank

There are all-age apartments for rent in this master community called The Reserve. (There is a wait list for some affordable rental housing units at LIHP.)

The mixed use development will have a grocery within walking distance, bagel shop, dry cleaners and more (verify).  Ask your Country Pointe Meadows rep about amenities and plans. 

Country Pointe Meadows is a gated retirement community (verify) with:

• 2 pools; one for adults only
• clubhouse, 
• tennis and bocce
• concierge and more (please verify all amenities).  

Interior features luxury details such as granite counters, wood floors, gourmet kitchen and more.  Some plans have basements, lofts, and dens.  80% 55+ (typical)

Pricing (please verify as can change):  Starts in $600's.

Bayport

• Coming Bayport Gardens

LOCATION:  Rajon Rd., Bayport

FEATURE:     Affordable townhomes - Income caps to qualify

CONTACT:    Rajon Rd. (Exit 51), 631-582-8300 

3 bedrooms, 2 l/2 baths - By Northwind Group - Approximately $468,900 (verify) - on lottery

Bohemia

• The Pines at Bohemia  

LOCATION:  Bohemia

FEATURE:     Ranch-style age-restricted condominiums with 1-car garage

CONTACT:   1330 Smithtown Ave., Bohemia - 631-940-9820 - Sign up to schedule a visit on their website or call.

2-bedroom, 2-bath, medium-sized, over 55 luxury condominiums. Only 20 and 2 per building.  Attached 1-car garage and unfinished basement. Upgrade package to select custom options.  

East Islip

Westbrook Village at Great River 

LOCATION:  East Islip

FEATURE:   Luxury senior condominiums to buy or rent

CONTACT:  3500 Sunrise Highway and Connetquot Ave., Great River - 631-224-1914

Partly senior apartments, luxury and some affordable senior apartments and purchase condos.  By Greenview.   Homes from high $300's.

Westbrook Green at East Islip, senior rental apartments (LI) (631-339-1492).

Read our Review of Westbrook Village.

Melville

The Club at Melville 

LOCATION:  Melville

FEATURE:   Market rate and affordable condos

CONTACT:   Open by appt - 631-923-1057 - 25 Deshon Dr., Melville 

Melville - Resort-like community with affordable pricing - photo with permission shows rendering of clubhouse - Gated on 13 acres -  261 attached 2-bedroom condos - Limited number of units available priced in $300's based on qualifying (verify all information).  Looking at income, assets and residency.  Open market units from upper $300's.  (verify all information)    

East Moriches

Preserve at East Moriches (55+ Rental Community) Coming Soon - 2-BR ranch with 2-car garage - 89 Montauk Hwy, East Moriches - walk trails and clubhouse - Northwind Group 631-582-8300

Mount Sinai

Vineyards at Mount Sinai (we believe this community is now sold out)

LOCATION:  Mt. Sinai

FEATURE:     91 attached townhomes with basement/garage/some loft plans in good location; resort-styled amenities from $700's.  2 homes remain (verify)

CONTACT:   55 plus community, by Ornstein-Leyton - sign up on their website to be updated on this Long Island community.  Plymouth Ave. and Canal Rd. - (Closed Thursdays) 631-281-3300

Northport

New The Seasons at East Northport - 190 2-bedroom luxury condominiums by B2K Development starting $705,000 (verify). Amenities include clubhouse, pool, hot tub and much more. 65 Daly Rd., East Northport - Open daily 10-4 - 631-305-9422 (Please verify all information.) 

Selden

Middle Country Meadows - Selden - 55+ luxury rentals by The Northwind Group.  Apartments and 2-story townhomes, some with garage and basement.  Recreation includes: pickleball, bocce, putting green, clubhouse.  Features zero entry showers, fireplace.  (verify that the apartment has the amenities and features.) Some starting at $2650. Check for price and availability. 1275 Middle Country Rd., Selden - 631-582-8300

Northport (golf course community):

The Preserve at Indian Hills by The Northwind Group - 3-bedrooms - Now selling 1+ million for townhomes and duplexes in premier location.  Within waterfront golf course.  Access to Indian Hills Golf Club clubhouse.  Views. Social membership included. Modern design with New England ambience.  21 Breezehill Rd., Northport

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Westbury

The Vanderbilt - Luxury rentals in Westbury by Beechwood Homes - Concierge and resort amenities.  990 Corporate Dr., Westbury - 888-278-6994 - Open Daily or call for appointment

East Meadow

Meadowbrook Pointe East Meadow by Beechwood Homes - 104 luxury villas for age 62+ - Near Eisenhower Community Park - plans for clubhouse, pool and more.  Now from $700,000's. 123 Merrick, Ave., East Meadow - 516-206-3050 - Schedule a private appointment 7 days a week.

Newest 55+ Communities in Long Island Chart






NAME	Location/Starting Price	Link
1. Middle Country Meadows	Rentals	See More
2. Harvest Pointe-Sold	Cutchogue/$800's	See More
3. Seasons at East Northport	Northport/$705's	See More
4. Preserve at Indian Hills	Fort Salonga/$1 Million+	See More
5. Pines at Bohemia	Bohemia/$300's	See More
6. Country Pointe East Meadow 62+	East Meadow/$700’s	See More
7. The Polo Club at Islandia	Islandia/$600's	See More
8. Bayport Gardens Apply now -Affordable Housing	Bayport/$400's/on lottery	See More

Resale 55 Plus Homes

Resale in Suffolk County

Resale in Nassau County

Suffolk County Resales (Resale prices are approximate - Consult with Realtors)

Amityville

• Snug Harbor Condominiums - 1 and 2 Bedrooms (townhouse style) - 176 condos since 1974 - Amenities include community center, pool, tennis - Were rom $200,000's  - Harbor Street and South Bayview Avenue

• Village Estates - Contemporary-styled gated condos - 138 units since 2006 - Were from $300,000's - 395 Sunrise Highway and County Line

Babylon

• Maple Court - West Babylon - 12 2-bedroom units since 1991 - contemporary townhouse style - Were from mid-$200,000's  -Petersen Court and Arnold Avenue
• Primrose Lane - North Babylon - 64 1 and 2-bedrooms with garages since 1988 - Were from upper $200,000's - Primrose Lane and Weeks Rd.

Bayport

Bayport Meadows - Sold - Townhouse with 2 master bedroom suites - By Northwind Group - 148 town homes.  Gas fireplaces.  Craftsman style.  Clubhouse, 2 pools, putting green, fitness, bocce ball, and more (verify).  Church St., Bayport -  

Bayshore

• Windcrest on the Lake - 43 2 bedrooms since 1997 (contemporary style) - Amenities include 1-car garage, water inlet - Were from $400,000's  - Joyce's Way and Saxon Avenue 

• DaVinci Town homes - West Bay Shore - 18 3-Bedrooms since 2006 (townhouse style) - Amenities  1-car attached garage - Were From $600,000's  - Harbor Street and So. Bayview Ave.  

• Mystic Pines - West Bay Shore - 60 2-bedrooms since 2005 (traditional styled) - Amenities include clubhouse, pool, garage, basement, elevators - Were from $300,000's   - Orinoco Dr. and Manor Lane

Blue Point

• Vineyards at Blue Point

South Shore, Suffolk - a medium-sized community of 280 units - a building consists of 8-9 homes in a row - some units for moderate income - designed to protect environmental concerns - Prices were from high-$300's-mid-$400's.  1000 Sunrise Highway, Blue Point

Vineyards at Blue Point moderate income units:  28 town homes were priced at $218,000 and $327,000  (income and asset limits apply).    By Ornstein-Leyton.  Check for resales.    

Center Moriches

• The Vineyards at Moriches - SOLD OUT - Developed by Ornstein Leyton Company - 92 luxury condominium homes near East end of Long Island on South Shore.  Many amenities such as clubhouse, pool and tennis. 200 Brookfield Ave., Center Moriches - 631-281-3300

See our Review of the first Vineyards at Moriches

• Vineyards at Brookfield Condominium I - Sold - Center Moriches - Townhomes by Ornstein-Leyton - 210 Brookfield Ave., Center Moriches  - Gated community of 146 Town homes  -  Resort-like clubhouse and pool.  Were from $500,000's.

Central Islip/East Islip

• Courthouse Commons by Timber Ridge Homes in Central Islip - 252 smaller square footage condominium homes with 7 floorplans
  Amenities include luxury clubhouse, outdoor heated pool, tennis and more.  Started $200's.  Partly all ages.  101 Saxton Court  
• Islip Landing - half of community is all ages - 67 condominiums since 2007 - Maya Circle and Eastview Blvd.  Amenities include clubhouse, pool, elevator buildings.
•  Cypress Way Condominiums - By Peter Max Group - 26 well-priced 1-bedroom/2-bath garden-style condos in Islip with luxury features such as hardwood floors, granite and stainless steel.  Contemporary design.  Started from high $200's.  Lower units have full basements and upper units have decks. One mile to beach. 3025 Sunrise Highway, East Islip - 516-658-8705

Copiague

• Cambridge Square - 203 attached units since 1987 - 1 and 2 bedroom/2 bath.  Amenities include clubhouse, pool, tennis, activities.  Were from upper $100,000's and low taxes (verify).

Hidden Harbor Resale and Rentals in Copiague:

• Hidden Harbor Estates - Copiague - Town of Babylon South Shore - Gated community of only 38 condominiums with dock slip included (verify all information) Great location for boaters or those who love the nautical theme.  Cozy clubhouse overlooks water. Sold from $400's.  There may be some rentals. Phone: 631-957-5106 - 100 Schmleek Pl., Copiague  

See the Hidden Harbor Estates Review.

Cutchogue

• Harvest Pointe - Cutchogue on the North Fork -  Traditional style with resort amenities; concierge - 75 Schoolhouse Rd.  

Luxury clubhouse with heated pool and concierge.  Resort amenities include tennis, bocce, wine cellar, walking trails and more.  Near beaches and vineyards.  2 and 3-bedroom duplex condos were priced at $800's with upstairs 2nd bedrooms.  Some with dens.  

Dix Hills

• The Seasons at Dix Hills - Dix Hills  Just 86 condominiums were from $830's.  652 Deer Park Rd.  Clubhouse, pool, hot tub, low taxes and more.  

Eastport

Elwood

• Seasons at Elwood -  Elwood - Condominiums  - 544 Elwood Rd., Elwood By The Engel Burman Group - Old Oak Tree Dairy property. Minutes from Huntington and Northport Villages.   Pricing started in $700's. 

Riverhead

East Quogue

Medford

The Villas at Meadowbrook Pointe (Sold) 

Affordable housing with income and assets limits - within Meadowbrook Pointe Links and Spa luxury community - 28 townhomes were priced at $295,000 and flats started at $225,000.  Pool, clubhouse and more amenities. Separate kids and adults heated pools (verify)  2-bedroom, 2 baths - some with garage.  4 units per building.  Adjacent to golf course. 270 Mill Rd., Medford

Moriches

Oakdale

• Locust Cove - Oakdale on South Shore - smaller community of Townhomes and condominiums  on the south shore and historic Gold Coast.  Electronic gated entry - clubhouse for social activities and potlucks.  Sold out - check with local Realtors for resales or by owners - Developed by Calvosa.

St. James

• Fairfield at St. James - Gated condominium retirement community in popular St. James.  (Tip: they post some rentals and sales by owner on a bulletin board inside their clubhouse front door.   Resales only. Fairfield at St. James at Fairfield and Moriches in St. James, Suffolk County, has over 600 units.  Lots of land and space throughout.  

Amenities include pools and clubhouse. Close to major shopping. Transportation, activities and great location.  Price range started approximately upper $200's and up.

Shirley

• The Manors at the Colony Preserve - Sold Out -  Shirley - Condos located 2 miles to ocean beaches (Smith Point) - 333 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley - 

This is the over 55 neighborhood of the Colony Preserve - 205 acres - Formerly the Links golf course - Gated with 150 units in 6-unit buildings - Clubhouse, pool, lake with boating and more.  Pricing started high $300's.

(The adjacent neighborhood, Country Woods, is for all ages and this would accommodate those wanting to live near their parents.  From $600's.)

Smithtown

• Country Pointe Woods Smithtown - Sold - Smithtown - Gated Villas and Townhomes -  1 Country Pointe Dr., Smithtown -  Started from $600's by Beechwood Homes.  Clubhouse and pool, Fitness Center, bocce court, low maintenance, gated entry and more. 

80% of community is for over age 55 and 20% for adults of all ages.  Enjoy a low-maintenance resort lifestyle on Long Island for your retirement. 

St. James

East Setauket

• Setauket Meadows by Northwind Group in East Setauket - Luxury condominiums on 27 acres. Gated community in 3 Village area.  Sold out.  Hulse Rd & Enterprise Dr.

Mt. Sinai

• The Park at The Villages By Pulte. Mount Sinai in Suffolk County. 2 bedrooms/2 bath single family detached in gated North Shore. Clubhouse, fitness, pools, tennis. Resales only. (Pulte currently has no future communities on Long Island planned.)

• Plymouth Estates - Mt Sinai near Port Jefferson - Quaint seaside town with yacht harbor, shops and restaurants. Enjoy a resort atmosphere. Gated upscale community with resort amenities. Shown by appt only for resales. 631-331-4196 - Patchogue Mt. Sinai Rd & Canal Rd, Mt. Sinai  

Lake Grove

Please see On-Site Review and more photos: "Encore Lake Grove Retirement Community"

Eastport

More Resale Retirement Communities on Long Island in Suffolk County:

Medford

• The Courtyards at Meadowbrook Pointe - Single family 2-bedroom fully detached homes started at $499,000.  Beechwood Homes. 270 Mill Rd., Medford, NY LIE Exit 65 - 800-796-0668

Melville

• The Greens at Half Hollow - Resales only - large retirement community of golf villas, townhomes and condos - golf resort-styled - Out of over 1000 market-rate homes built, 100 were on a lottery for affordable housing.  One Allessa Blvd, Melville, NY - 631-271-4500  

Sayville

• Sunrise Village - Sayville - Lincoln Ave and Revere Dr - Older community of about 200 2-bedroom condominium homes with pool, clubhouse. Resales only. A viewer says "I like this community because the roads are winding. It is charming and has a certain appeal."

Seaford

Seasons at Seaford - Sold Out - Luxury condominiums with lower level having basements.  For 62+ by Engel Burman Group.  Elegant traditional design with contemporary touches. 112 2-bedroom, 2-bath condos in upper/lower level buildings.  Upper level features elevators and lofts and lower level homes have basements. Lots of storage areas.

Resort-style clubhouse with pool and spa.  All interiors have granite counters and ceramic tile flooring. Other luxury items include gas range, deck or patio, and stall shower in master bath.  Near South Shore beaches. Pricing started at $400's -  2165 Seaford Ave., Seaford

Manorville

• Country Pointe Woods - At Manorville By Beechwood Homes - Townhomes at the gateway to the Hamptons.  Resales only.

Calverton

• Windcrest East Detached condominium homes - 2 Golden Spruce Dr.  631-369-6626. - Windcrest East Homeowners website

East End 55+ Villages resales

Ridge

• Leisure Glen -  600+ homes since 1987 & 1999.  Gated
  2-bedroom singles or duplex homes - $200's - $400's (resale prices can change--check current prices)  Across from Tallgrass Country Club. on 100+ acres. 
  311 Glen Dr., Ridge, NY - 631-744-4988 (Homeowners Assoc.)
  631-744-6434 (security gate) - Randall Rd., Ridge, NY (North Shore)

Miller Place

Vineyards at Miller Place   Sold out.  East End of Suffolk County.  85 2-bedrooms since 2005 (townhomes)
Halley Lane, Miller Place, NY Ornstein Leyton Company

Stony Brook

The Knolls at Stony Brook  - 180 condos since 1982
Villas and singles (contemporary-styled)
Amenities include wide streets, single garages, pool and clubhouse.  Stony Brook Rd and turn onto Oxhead Rd.  

Port Jefferson

The Highlands of Port Jefferson - 118 Windward Dr., Port Jefferson - Contemporary-styled condos near the picturesque downtown with nautical ambience for great shopping, restaurants, marina and more.  Pool, clubhouse, activities.  

• Village Vistas   Sold -  Port Jefferson - Near the popular Port Jefferson village - 415 Liberty Ave.  

Upscale condominiums overlooking the Port Jefferson Harbor on 18 acres. Property includes 10-acre conservation easement (verify). Large homes with 2 master bedroom plans, walkout basements, garages, clubhouse, pool, fitness, hardwood floors and more. 43 homes with water views. Were priced at $700's.  (Photo rendering by Northwind Group.)   

Green community includes Energy Star appliances, upgraded insulation, Andersen Windows, and state-of-the-art gas heating system. 

Nassau County Resales

Plainview

Country Pointe Plainview - Sold out.  Resort-styled gated community of condominiums, villas, suites and townhomes.  Condominium models now open.  Prices started $700's and up for condominiums.  Also town home and villa collections. 

North Valley Stream

Westbury

Meadowbrook Pointe Athletic Club and Spa - Westbury - Gated and manned luxury community for age 48+ -  1100 Corporate Dr., Westbury - See local Realtors - By Beechwood Homes. Gated, active adult community in Nassau County with many luxury amenities.  Condos, townhomes and villas were from $500's and up.  Sold Out.

Woodbury

Woodbury Cove - In Nassau County - 100 condominiums - On the Gold Coast in Woodbury, LI. By Blue and Gold.

Massapequa Park

Whitewood Landing by Blue and Gold - Massapequa Park - 48 waterfront condominiums . Walking distance to shopping, parks and boating. Check for resales--now sold out.

Port Washington

Harbor View - Port Washington (Nassau County) - Upscale Over-55 community next to the New Amsterdam Lifecare community.  Another luxury community in the Harborview development which consists of 145-unit highrise condominium building and ranch homes- adjacent golf course - sold out.   See your local Realtor.

See our Review of Port Washington

• Port Harbor Condominiums - Port Washington (Nassau County) across from harbor  - Resales - see local Realtors - also check for rentals if available. 
  516-944-3595 - 372 Main St., Port Washington 

• Mill Pond Acres Condominiums - Liberty Pl, Port Washington  516-883-3160 (Nassau County)

East Meadow

Resales by Engel Burman Group:

• The Seasons at East Meadow by The Engel Burman Group - Check out this company for over 55 communities in Nassau County.
• The Seasons at Plainview, Oyster Bay NY
• The Meadows, East Meadow NY
• The Bel Aire, East Meadow NY

This is the end of the resales.  Please see our other categories for Long Island.

Low Income Senior Apartments on L.I.

Nassau County Senior Apartments

• The Vanderbilt - High-end luxury rentals for 55 plus seniors in Westbury by Beechwood Homes - Concierge and resort amenities.  990 Corporate Dr., Westbury - 888-278-6994 - Open Daily or call for appointment
  

• Horizon at Roslyn - For traditional elegance, this rental community is on the Roslyn Harbor Gold Coast. Fifty apartments set on 11 acres with some views of Harbor. Very upscale and lovely 1,2, and 3 bedrooms. Some niceties like round-the-clock concierge and help with unloading groceries, pool, etc. (verify) Some with harbor views.
  61 Bryant Ave., Roslyn - 516-621-2523

• Atria on Roslyn Harbor -  Same area as above but a different community.  This one is exclusively for seniors who are looking for a luxury independent living lifestyle with services.  18 miles to Manhattan (verify).
  100 Landing Road, Roslyn (The Gold Coast) - 516-626-6900
  

• Hadley House Apartments - Port Washington (Nassau County)- 464 Main St - across from Manhasset Bay Yacht Club - 631-944-6808 owner 631-293-2997  

• Fairfield Properties - 55 rental retirement communities in Nassau County:  In West Babylon: Fairfield Maples North and South - one bedrooms -  631-587-6096 - Fairfield Properties website

See a Review of Fairfield Properties Senior Apartments

Suffolk county senior apartments

Independent and Assisted Living on L.I.

See separate page for comprehensive list of independent and assisted living and lifecare communities on Long Island. 

55+ Manufactured Homes

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