Westchester County, NY relocation guide
Moving to Elwood, NY
$689,500Median home value
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About Elwood
Elwood is a hamlet in the town of Huntington, Suffolk County, on Long Island. About 11,800 residents live in mid-century ranches, capes, and split-levels in a quiet suburban setting. The well-regarded Elwood school district and central location between Huntington and Commack make it a steady family choice.
Home prices in Elwood
The median home value in Elwood is $689,500.
Top places in Elwood
- Elwood Park — community park with sports facilities.
- Downtown Huntington — shops, dining, and the Paramount theater, about 15 minutes north.
- Caleb Smith State Park Preserve — nature trails nearby.
- Sunken Meadow State Park — Sound beach and boardwalk about 20 minutes north.
Commuting from Elwood
- The LIRR stations in Huntington and Greenlawn are about 10-15 minutes away, with trains to Penn Station (~1 hr).
- Jericho Turnpike and the Long Island Expressway are nearby.
- Long Island MacArthur Airport is about 25 minutes southeast.
Elwood FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Elwood, NY?
The median home value in Elwood is $689,500. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Elwood, NY?
The LIRR stations in Huntington and Greenlawn are about 10-15 minutes away, with trains to Penn Station (~1 hr).
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.