New York metro, NY-NJ relocation guide
Moving to Wantagh, NY
$706,600Median home value
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About Wantagh
A South Shore hamlet in the Town of Hempstead, straddling the line between suburbia and the bays — canals, marinas, and waterfront streets define its southern half. Homes are mostly postwar capes and ranches, many updated, with a strong community feel around the schools and the Wantagh park. It attracts boaters, beachgoers, and families who want the Jones Beach lifestyle with a real commute.
Home prices in Wantagh
The median home value in Wantagh is $706,600.
Top places in Wantagh
- Jones Beach State Park — the legendary ocean beach, 10 minutes south
- Wantagh Park — the county waterfront park with marina and pool
- Twin Lakes Preserve — freshwater fishing and trails in the hamlet's center
- Cedar Creek Park — county park with the dog run and athletic fields
- Merrick Road — the hamlet's restaurant and shopping corridor
Commuting from Wantagh
- Manhattan is about 45-55 minutes via the LIRR Babylon Branch from Wantagh station.
- The Wantagh LIRR station is in the hamlet's center.
- JFK Airport is roughly 30 minutes west via the Meadowbrook Parkway.
Wantagh FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Wantagh, NY?
The median home value in Wantagh is $706,600. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Wantagh, NY?
Manhattan is about 45-55 minutes via the LIRR Babylon Branch from Wantagh station.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.