New York metro, NY-NJ relocation guide
Moving to East Rockaway, NY
About East Rockaway
East Rockaway is a village in the Town of Hempstead on Long Island's South Shore, with 10,159 residents at the 2020 census. An inner suburb just 15 miles from Manhattan, it sits at the eastern edge of the Rockaway Peninsula area, adjacent to Hewlett Harbor, Hewlett, Rockville Centre, Lynbrook, and Oceanside — the last neighborhood before the Five Towns begin to the west.
Home prices in East Rockaway
Home prices in East Rockaway vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in East Rockaway
- The Denton Homestead — historic village property (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Village parks and the waterfront along Hewlett Bay.
- Main Street local shops and restaurants.
- Nearby Hempstead Lake State Park (short drive).
- Nearby Bay Park and its waterfront (Town of Hempstead park).
- Nearby Rockville Centre's dining and nightlife.
Commuting from East Rockaway
- LIRR Long Beach Branch; East Rockaway station in the village (per MTA station listings, read September 24, 2026).
- Typical weekday trip to Penn Station: approximately 40–45 minutes (approximate).
- Approximate drive to Midtown Manhattan: ~35–45 minutes (approximate; longer with traffic).
Schools in East Rockaway
Public schools: East Rockaway Union Free School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
East Rockaway FAQs
- What is the housing market like in East Rockaway, NY?
Home prices in East Rockaway vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from East Rockaway, NY?
LIRR Long Beach Branch; East Rockaway station in the village (per MTA station listings, read September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves East Rockaway, NY?
East Rockaway is served by East Rockaway Union Free School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Town government
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.