Living in Hampton Bays
Key metrics and insights for homebuyers and sellers evaluating Hampton Bays, Suffolk, NY 11946.
How far is Hampton Bays from New York City by train?
From Hampton Bays Station on the LIRR Montauk Branch, scheduled weekday AM-peak service takes about 122 minutes to Penn Station, 122 minutes to Grand Central Madison, 123 minutes to Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn (MTA LIRR timetable data).
Is Hampton Bays walkable?
Hampton Bays has a Walk Score of 11 out of 100, which Walk Score rates "Car-Dependent".
Nearby Long Island Rail Road stations and typical weekday AM-peak travel times to the Manhattan and Brooklyn terminals. Many Hampton Bays residents use whichever station best fits their branch and schedule.
AM-peak travel times on scheduled LIRR service to Penn Station, Grand Central Madison, and Atlantic Terminal (Brooklyn). Based on MTA LIRR public timetable data.
Hampton Bays Market Data
Current market conditions and pricing trends for Hampton Bays, Suffolk, NY.
Single-family, condo and co-op homes are measured separately — these medians are never blended together. Based on 141 recorded closings in ZIP 11946 between Sep 18, 2025 and Sep 18, 2026 — a settled trailing twelve months, ending about a month back so late-recorded closings are counted rather than missed. Days on market are medians, not averages. A property type with fewer than 8 closed sales in that window is left out rather than published on a sample too thin to mean anything.
Single-family prices in ZIP 11946 are up about 11% year over year, comparing 129 sales in the 12 months to September 18, 2026 with 137 in the 12 months to September 18, 2025. Over the past 2 years, single-family monthly median sale prices in ZIP 11946 have ranged from $740K to $1.13M.
Based on information from OneKey® MLS, for the period October 21, 2025 through October 2, 2026. Source: OneKey MLS (recorded LI sales, trailing 12mo) + actual tax. Based on 124 recorded sales. Property tax values shown are algorithmic estimates calculated from official NY State ORPS / NYC Department of Finance assessment data aggregated by school district (Long Island) or ZIP code (NYC). These figures are an educational baseline and do not represent a guaranteed or binding tax bill. Actual taxes vary based on individual assessed value, applicable exemptions (STAR, Senior, Veteran), historical grievances, village overlays, and special district levies. Verify exact tax with the Nassau County Assessor / Suffolk County Comptroller / NYC Department of Finance before any financial commitment.
Across 8 years of county-clerk records, 89 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were bought by a company and resold within two years. Over the whole period the typical one was bought for $400,000 and resold for $605,000, a median of 10 months later.
That difference is gross. Renovation, carrying, financing and selling costs are not recorded anywhere public, so it is the change in price, not a profit. Over a hold of that length prices across the county moved about +5.6%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house.
What these homes resold for moved from a median of $460,000 in 2017 to $850,000 in 2024, up about 85% over the period.
The pandemic years cut against the intuition that investors moved in. Companies bought 11.2% of homes here in 2019, then 10.4% in 2020 and 7.9% in 2021 — the lowest share of the 8 years. In those two years companies won a smaller share, not a larger one. The number bought and resold within two years fell with it, from 21 in 2019 to 7 in 2021.
Since then it has reversed. Company buying reached 12.9% in 2024 — above its 2019 level of 11.2%.
In 2025, 7 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within two years — too few to quote a typical price from.
Companies bought 24.8% of the 165 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (41 of them).
2025 is not a complete year here. Filings reach the state months after closing, so 2025 runs only to October and its totals will keep rising. Its counts are not comparable with a full year; its medians are.
In 2024, 4 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within two years — too few to quote a typical price from.
Companies bought 12.9% of the 210 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (27 of them).
In 2023, 4 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within two years — too few to quote a typical price from.
Companies bought 15.3% of the 196 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (30 of them).
In 2022, 11 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $500,000 and resold for a median of $900,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 75% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 11 months earlier.
That difference is gross. Renovation, carrying, financing and selling costs are not recorded anywhere public, so it is the change in price, not a profit. Over a hold of that length prices across the county moved about +7.5%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house. 9% resold for less than they paid.
Companies bought 12.6% of the 262 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (33 of them).
In 2021, 7 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within two years — too few to quote a typical price from.
Companies bought 7.9% of the 305 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (24 of them).
In 2020, 15 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $352,800 and resold for a median of $525,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 44% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 9.5 months earlier.
That difference is gross. Renovation, carrying, financing and selling costs are not recorded anywhere public, so it is the change in price, not a profit. Over a hold of that length prices across the county moved about +8.5%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house. 13% resold for less than they paid.
Companies bought 10.4% of the 308 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (32 of them).
In 2019, 21 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $375,000 and resold for a median of $509,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 80% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 11 months earlier.
That difference is gross. Renovation, carrying, financing and selling costs are not recorded anywhere public, so it is the change in price, not a profit. Over a hold of that length prices across the county moved about +5.8%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house. 19% resold for less than they paid.
Companies bought 11.2% of the 260 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (29 of them).
In 2018, 12 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $270,000 and resold for a median of $545,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 36% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 9.4 months earlier.
That difference is gross. Renovation, carrying, financing and selling costs are not recorded anywhere public, so it is the change in price, not a profit. Over a hold of that length prices across the county moved about +3.9%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house. 25% resold for less than they paid.
Companies bought 12.5% of the 288 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (36 of them).
In 2017, 8 homes in the Hampton Bays school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $340,000 and resold for a median of $460,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 43% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 4.5 months earlier.
That difference is gross. Renovation, carrying, financing and selling costs are not recorded anywhere public, so it is the change in price, not a profit. Over a hold of that length prices across the county moved about +4.1%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house. 13% resold for less than they paid.
Companies bought 12.3% of the 260 homes sold in the Hampton Bays school district that year (32 of them).
Source: property transfers recorded with the county clerk, which cover every sale rather than only those listed for sale. Filings reach the state months after closing, so these figures run to October 2025 and describe what has already happened rather than the market today.
Between 2017 and October 2025, 509 homes in the Hampton Bays school district passed between family members rather than being sold — about 30 for every 100 that sold on the open market.
83% of them recorded no price at all, so they appear in no market statistic, no listing history and no sold comparable. They are counted here because the transfer itself is filed with the county clerk, whether or not money changed hands.
Counted from the reason recorded on each transfer with the county clerk, not from the price. Transfers filed only to add or remove a name on the deed are excluded — those are paperwork, not a change of owner. Where a filing gives no reason it is not counted, so these are minimum counts rather than a complete rate, and they run to October 2025.
Of the 83 homes for sale in Hampton Bays today, 35 are now asking less than they originally asked — 42.2%, against 34.6% across Suffolk. 1 seller has raised their asking price.
And among the homes that actually sold
Among the 140 homes that sold in Hampton Bays over the last twelve settled months, 28.6% had cut their price before they sold — down from 36.1% over the same twelve months a year earlier. The for-sale figure runs higher than the sold figure because homes that need a reduction stay on the market longer, so they build up among the listings still available while the completed sales are led by homes that sold without cutting.
What each group got
Over those same twelve months, the 100 Hampton Bays homes that sold without ever reducing achieved 98.2% of their asking price in a median of 43 days. The 40 that did reduce achieved 88.3% of what they first asked, after 133 days.
Homes that never reduced and homes that did are different homes, priced differently from the start — these figures describe what each group did, not what a reduction causes. How any individual home performs depends on condition, layout, its position within Hampton Bays and how it shows, none of which a market median can capture.
Measured from the OneKey MLS feed, updated daily. A home counts as reduced when its current asking price is below the price it was first listed at — not against an estimate or against other homes. The for-sale figures describe homes available today; the sold figures describe closed sales between September 2025 and August 2026.
What This Means for Sellers
Hampton Bays is sending mixed signals: there is real inventory on the market, yet homes are still selling at a pace and a price that don't match that supply. Neither side holds a clear edge, so the number you list at matters more than the headline. Overpriced homes will sit while correctly priced properties still move — and the comparables for your specific home, not a market label, are what set that number.
What This Means for Buyers
Hampton Bays is a mixed picture for buyers. Market indicators do not agree, so we are withholding a buyer's or seller's market classification. Review the inventory, selling time, and sale-to-list figures individually for a clearer picture of current conditions. Come pre-approved, and judge each home on its own comparables rather than on the market's headline.
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The listings that did not sell asked a median of $1,195,000 — 21% above the $985,000 median of the homes that closed. Counted over the trailing twelve months: every listing that closed, expired, was withdrawn or was terminated. Listings still active or under contract are not counted on either side. If the feed does not retain every withdrawn listing, the real figure is higher than the one shown, never lower.
Based on information from OneKey® MLS, for the period September 18, 2025 through September 18, 2026.
Flood informationHampton Bays: FEMA flood dataMedian NFIP cost, single-family homes, ZIP 11946: $1,350 a year (Aug 2026)
Median yearly cost by FEMA zone: high-risk A zones $2,180 (195 policies); coastal high-risk V zones $1,990 (12 policies, small sample); moderate- to low-risk zones (X, B, C) $1,080 (346 policies).
Cost trend, ZIP 11946
Median yearly cost of single-family NFIP policies taking effect each month.
In ZIP 11946, the typical monthly median yearly cost of single-family NFIP policies taking effect in June through August 2026 was $1,400, 17% higher than the typical month in June through August 2025 ($1,200). Based on 157 and 159 policies.
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Flood data for Suffolk County: costs by ZIP, trend and FEMA ratings →Calculated from FEMA policy data (as of Sep 8, 2026) and FEMA's NFIP residential penetration rates. Yearly cost is premium plus FEMA fees, single-family NFIP policies only; the insured share is residential NFIP contracts as a share of all residential buildings. Private flood insurance is not included. Not a flood-zone determination, insurance advice or a quote. Each building is priced individually.
What It's Like Living in Hampton Bays
Hampton Bays is one of Suffolk's most established residential communities, offering a distinctive blend of suburban character and metropolitan accessibility. Located in the 11946 zip code, the community is served by the Hampton Bays Union Free School District.
With a median single-family sale price of $970,000 and a median recorded property tax of $8,200 a year across single-family sales in ZIP 11946, Hampton Bays pairs an established housing stock with direct access to New York City. The commute to Manhattan averages approximately 122 min via the Long Island Rail Road.
Ownership here takes more than one form: condos, single-family homes selling at a median of $970K — two genuinely different ways to live in Hampton Bays. The practical difference is who owns the to-do list: coop and condo buildings absorb exterior upkeep through monthly charges, while a house puts every system and repair decision in your hands. Condos are the dominant apartment form in Hampton Bays — deeded ownership with fewer transfer restrictions than a coop.
Joseph's Insider Guide to Hampton Bays
Direct answers informed by 5,000+ closed transactions across Nassau, Suffolk, Queens and Brooklyn — not the canned content you'd find on any listing portal.
Is Hampton Bays a good place to live for commuters?
The LIRR connects Hampton Bays to Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in approximately 122 min. Peak express service, station parking and walk-to-station distance vary by address, and those three factors decide what a commute actually looks like day to day.
What are property tax trends in Hampton Bays, NY?
Hampton Bays homeowners pay a median of approximately $8,200 a year in property taxes — the median of the tax figures actually recorded on homes sold here, not an estimate. The bill funds school-district, county, town, and special-district services. Taxes are assessed parcel by parcel, so two similar homes on the same street can carry very different bills — confirm the actual assessment on a specific address before relying on it.
Is now a good time to buy or sell in Hampton Bays?
The single-family market in ZIP 11946 is sending mixed signals right now — the inventory on hand and the pace homes are actually selling at point in different directions, so we do not call it a buyer's or a seller's market, with homes selling in about 55 days. Single-family sale prices in ZIP 11946 changed +11% year over year. Timing decisions depend on your specific situation — contact Joseph for a no-cost strategy session tailored to your property and goals.
What makes Hampton Bays different from other Suffolk communities?
Hampton Bays is a long-established community served by the Hampton Bays Union Free School District. Prices and activity vary by property type, school district, condition and price band; the figures above show where this market stands now.
What should buyers know before making an offer in Hampton Bays?
School district boundaries in Hampton Bays often run street by street — two blocks can mean a different school zone, so confirming a home's exact attendance zone before you make an offer matters. As an Associate Broker who is also an attorney, Joseph reads title and contract details differently than most agents — and when the facts of a deal are in front of him, he knows what's worth asking about. (Not a substitute for your own attorney's representation.)
Is Hampton Bays walkable for everyday living?
Hampton Bays has a Walk Score of 11/100, measured at a single point near the centre of Hampton Bays. Walkability varies street by street, so check the score for a specific address; the LIRR provides Manhattan access in approximately 122 min.
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Schools in Hampton Bays, NY
Hampton Bays is served by the Hampton Bays Union Free School District. Attendance zones on Long Island are assigned street by street, so a Hampton Bays mailing address does not by itself determine which school a home is zoned for.
- Elementary
- Hampton Bays Elementary School
- Middle
- Hampton Bays Middle School
- High
- Hampton Bays High School
These are the schools recorded on homes sold in this district over the last 12 months — the district may also serve neighbouring communities. Zones can change and run street by street — we confirm the exact assignment for any home before you offer.
Typical value is the median recorded sale price in the district. Typical annual tax and effective rate are the median recorded tax bill and that bill divided by the median sale price, across 121 recent sales carrying a reported tax figure — an observed cost ratio, not an official millage rate. District boundaries can cross town and postal lines, so always verify the district for a specific address.
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School district boundaries on Long Island often run street by street, so a Hampton Bays mailing address doesn't guarantee a given school. We confirm a home's exact attendance zone before you make an offer.
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Homes for Sale in Hampton Bays, NY
84 active listings currently on the market in Hampton Bays. Data refreshed from the MLS in real time.
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Garden
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Ranch
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Contemporary
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Colonial
Listings courtesy of OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of October 18, 2026 5:30 pm. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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| Address | Type | Beds / Ba | Sq Ft | Closed | Sale Price | $/Sq Ft | DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modern | 5 bd / 4 ba | 3,376 | — | Sign in to view | — | 14d | |
| Ranch | 3 bd / 2 ba | 1,260 | — | Sign in to view | — | 21d | |
| Colonial | 3 bd / 2 ba | 1,452 | — | Sign in to view | — | 17d | |
| Ranch | 2 bd / 1 ba | 1,064 | — | Sign in to view | — | 22d | |
| Condo | 1 bd / 2 ba | 980 | — | Sign in to view | — | 29d | |
| Ranch | 4 bd / 2 ba | 1,306 | — | Sign in to view | — | 42d | |
| Post Modern | 5 bd / 3 ba | 2,760 | — | Sign in to view | — | 19d | |
| Other | 5 bd / 5 ba | 4,258 | — | Sign in to view | — | 83d | |
| Traditional | 5 bd / 6 ba | 5,156 | — | Sign in to view | — | 19d | |
| Mid-Century Modern | 1 bd / 1 ba | 864 | — | Sign in to view | — | 19d | |
| Ranch | 4 bd / 4 ba | 2,794 | — | Sign in to view | — | 36d | |
| Ranch | 3 bd / 1 ba | 1,104 | — | Sign in to view | — | 6d |
Source: OneKey MLS — Hampton Bays closed sales, last 180 days. Verify all figures independently before making decisions.
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How Hampton Bays Fits Into the Suffolk County Market
Hampton Bays’s median sale price of about $970K sits about 41% above the Suffolk County median of about $690K. These are whole-county figures over a settled trailing 12 months — the same data behind our full Suffolk County reports.
County medians describe the wider market, not any specific property, and are not a valuation of a home in Hampton Bays.
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Other Suffolk communities whose current median sale price sits closest to Hampton Bays's — a practical way to see what the same budget buys elsewhere.
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