Living in Roslyn
Key metrics and insights for homebuyers and sellers evaluating Roslyn, Nassau, NY 11576.
How far is Roslyn from New York City by train?
From Roslyn Station on the LIRR Oyster Bay Branch, scheduled weekday AM-peak service takes about 48 minutes to Penn Station, 50 minutes to Grand Central Madison, 51 minutes to Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn (MTA LIRR timetable data).
Is Roslyn walkable?
Roslyn has a Walk Score of 73 out of 100, which Walk Score rates "Very Walkable".
Nearby Long Island Rail Road stations and typical weekday AM-peak travel times to the Manhattan and Brooklyn terminals. Many Roslyn 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.
Roslyn Market Data
Current market conditions and pricing trends for Roslyn, Nassau, NY.
Single-family, condo and co-op homes are measured separately — these medians are never blended together. Based on 126 recorded closings in ZIP 11576 between Sep 10, 2025 and Sep 10, 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.
11576 peaked near $1.74M around December 2024 and has since eased to roughly $1.58M, with time on market stretching out. Should the pattern hold, the market may continue drifting toward balance.
Based on information from OneKey® MLS, for the period October 9, 2025 through September 25, 2026. Source: OneKey MLS (recorded LI sales, trailing 12mo) + actual tax. Based on 134 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 9 years of county-clerk records, 77 homes in the Roslyn school district were bought by a company and resold within two years. Over the whole period the typical one was bought for $750,000 and resold for $1,142,000, a median of 14 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 +6.6%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house.
What these homes resold for moved from a median of $424,000 in 2017 to $1,112,500 in 2025, up about 162% over the period.
The pandemic years cut against the intuition that investors moved in. Companies bought 19.1% of homes here in 2019, then 9.6% in 2020 and 9.9% in 2021 — the lowest share of the 9 years. In the two years when buyers competed hardest, companies won a smaller share, not a larger one. The number bought and resold within two years fell with it, from 12 in 2019 to 11 in 2021.
The resales that did happen in those years were the strongest of the period: the typical one in 2021 came in 65% above what the buyer had paid, against 45% across the years as a whole. Prices were rising underneath them while they held.
Since then it has reversed. Company buying reached 18.1% in 2025 — around its pre-pandemic level, while the market cooled.
In 2025, 10 homes in the Roslyn school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $900,000 and resold for a median of $1,112,500. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 36% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 8.6 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 −0.4%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house.
Companies bought 18.1% of the 160 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (29 of them).
In 2024, 6 homes in the Roslyn school district were resold by a company that had bought them within two years — too few to quote a typical price from.
Companies bought 16.9% of the 178 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (30 of them).
In 2023, 8 homes in the Roslyn school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $755,000 and resold for a median of $1,200,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 28% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 15 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 +4.5%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house.
Companies bought 16.8% of the 161 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (27 of them).
In 2022, 11 homes in the Roslyn school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $750,000 and resold for a median of $1,162,500. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 56% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 12 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 +6.6%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house.
Companies bought 12.9% of the 224 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (29 of them).
In 2021, 11 homes in the Roslyn school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $616,000 and resold for a median of $1,290,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 65% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 19 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 +18.1%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house.
Companies bought 9.9% of the 294 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (29 of them).
In 2020, 12 homes in the Roslyn school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $725,000 and resold for a median of $999,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 37% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 12 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 +7.9%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house.
Companies bought 9.6% of the 230 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (22 of them).
In 2019, 12 homes in the Roslyn school district were resold by a company that had bought them within the previous two years. They were bought for a median of $600,000 and resold for a median of $750,000. Measured house by house, the typical resale was 46% above what that same buyer had paid, a median of 16 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 +4.0%, so most of the difference is not the market carrying the house. 17% resold for less than they paid.
Companies bought 19.1% of the 236 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (45 of them).
In 2018, 6 homes in the Roslyn school district were resold by a company that had bought them within two years — too few to quote a typical price from.
Companies bought 14.9% of the 222 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (33 of them).
In 2017, 1 home in the Roslyn school district was resold by a company that had bought it within two years — too few to quote a typical price from.
Companies bought 13.7% of the 256 homes sold in the Roslyn school district that year (35 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 December 2025 and describe what has already happened rather than the market today.
Between 2017 and December 2025, 140 homes in the Roslyn school district passed between family members rather than being sold — about 8.8 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 December 2025.
Of the 23 homes for sale in Roslyn today, 5 are now asking less than they originally asked — 21.7%, against 35.3% across Nassau.
And among the homes that actually sold
Among the 80 homes that sold in Roslyn over the last twelve settled months, 18.8% had cut their price before they sold — down from 24.1% over the same twelve months a year earlier.
What each group got
Over those same twelve months, the 65 Roslyn homes that sold without ever reducing achieved 100.0% of their asking price in a median of 22 days. The 15 that did reduce achieved 89.6% of what they first asked, after 65 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 Roslyn 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
Roslyn is showing balanced conditions, which means pricing strategy is more important than ever. Overpriced homes will sit while correctly priced properties still move. This is where having an agent who understands both the legal and market dynamics becomes critical.
What This Means for Buyers
Buyers in Roslyn have room to make measured decisions right now — neither side holds a decisive edge. Come pre-approved and ready to move on the right home, but you can generally negotiate on price and terms without the frenzy of a hot market.
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 10, 2025 through September 10, 2026.
Flood informationRoslyn: FEMA flood dataMedian NFIP cost, single-family homes, ZIP 11576: $640 a year (Aug 2026)
Median yearly cost by FEMA zone: high-risk A zones $1,180 (3 policies, small sample); moderate- to low-risk zones (X, B, C) $630 (111 policies).
Cost trend, Nassau County
Median yearly cost of single-family NFIP policies taking effect each month.
In Nassau County, the typical monthly median yearly cost of single-family NFIP policies taking effect in June through August 2026 was $1,600, 8% higher than the typical month in June through August 2025 ($1,470). Based on 8,380 and 8,745 policies.
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Flood data for Nassau 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 Roslyn
Roslyn is one of Nassau's most established residential communities, offering a distinctive blend of suburban character and metropolitan accessibility. Located in the 11576 zip code, the community is served by the Roslyn Union Free School District.
With a median home price of $1,766,250 and a median recorded property tax of $24,300 annually, Roslyn pairs an established housing stock with direct access to New York City. The commute to Manhattan averages approximately 48 min via the Long Island Rail Road.
Roslyn's housing splits across ownership forms — condos selling at a median of $1.16M, single-family homes selling at a median of $1.77M — and the differences go well beyond price. Day to day, apartment ownership trades yard work and building upkeep for a monthly charge and house rules; a house trades the monthly charge for full control — and full responsibility. Condos are the dominant apartment form in Roslyn — deeded ownership with fewer transfer restrictions than a coop.
Joseph's Insider Guide to Roslyn
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 Roslyn a good place to live for commuters?
The LIRR connects Roslyn to Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in approximately 48 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 Roslyn, NY?
Roslyn homeowners pay a median of approximately $24,300 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 Roslyn?
Roslyn is currently a Balanced Market, with homes selling in about 32 days. Prices have moved +0% 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 Roslyn different from other Nassau communities?
Roslyn is a long-established community served by the Roslyn 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 Roslyn?
School district boundaries in Roslyn 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 Roslyn walkable for everyday living?
Roslyn has a Walk Score of 73/100, measured at a single point near the centre of Roslyn. Walkability varies street by street, so check the score for a specific address; the LIRR provides Manhattan access in approximately 48 min.
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Roslyn Sections
The areas within Roslyn that have an official boundary, drawn on the map as published. Tap a card to explore one.
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The latest from Roslyn — local news, community events, and neighborhood highlights.
Schools in Roslyn, NY
Roslyn is served by the Roslyn Union Free School District. Attendance zones on Long Island are assigned street by street, so a Roslyn mailing address does not by itself determine which school a home is zoned for.
- Elementary
- East Hills Elementary School Harbor Hill School Roslyn Hts Elementary School
- Middle
- Roslyn Middle School
- High
- Roslyn 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.
Median home value is the New York State ORPS assessment-roll median for the district. Typical annual tax and effective rate are the median recorded tax bill and that bill divided by the median sale price, across 148 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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Roslyn Schools — Frequently Asked Questions
What school district serves Roslyn?
Roslyn is served by the Roslyn Union Free School District. District boundaries on Long Island often run street by street, so we confirm the district and attendance zone for a specific address before you make an offer.
What schools are zoned for Roslyn?
Roslyn is served by the Roslyn Union Free School District, which records these schools on homes sold in the district — elementary: East Hills Elementary School, Harbor Hill School, Roslyn Hts Elementary School; middle: Roslyn Middle School; high: Roslyn High School. Districts with more than one school at a level assign students by street, so confirm a specific address before relying on it.
What high school do Roslyn students attend?
Roslyn students attend Roslyn High School, part of the Roslyn Union Free School District.
School district boundaries on Long Island often run street by street, so a Roslyn mailing address doesn't guarantee a given school. We confirm a home's exact attendance zone before you make an offer.
Roslyn on the Map
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Homes for Sale in Roslyn, NY
40 active listings currently on the market in Roslyn. Data refreshed from the MLS in real time.
Active 9d
Garden
Active 59d
Victorian
Active 24d
Garden
Active 69d
Colonial
Active 32d
Split Level
Active 81d
Ranch
Listings courtesy of OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of October 10, 2026 7:30 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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View All 40 Listings in RoslynRecently Closed in Roslyn
59 closed sales found. Recent transactions provide real-world context for current market values. For a full Comparative Market Analysis of your property, request a complimentary CMA.
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| Address | Type | Beds / Ba | Sq Ft | Closed | Sale Price | $/Sq Ft | DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Condo | 3 bd / 4 ba | 2,422 | — | Sign in to view | — | 15d | |
| Hi Ranch | 3 bd / 2 ba | 2,150 | — | Sign in to view | — | 9d | |
| Condo | 3 bd / 3 ba | 1,954 | — | Sign in to view | — | 23d | |
| Condo | 3 bd / 3 ba | 2,453 | — | Sign in to view | — | 14d | |
| Cape Cod | 3 bd / 2 ba | 1,389 | — | Sign in to view | — | 3d | |
| Colonial | 6 bd / 5 ba | 3,952 | — | Sign in to view | — | 23d | |
| Splanch | 4 bd / 3 ba | 2,443 | — | Sign in to view | — | 19d | |
| Colonial | 5 bd / 5 ba | 4,645 | — | Sign in to view | — | 29d | |
| Ranch | 3 bd / 3 ba | 2,206 | — | Sign in to view | — | 15d | |
| Ranch | 4 bd / 4 ba | 2,410 | — | Sign in to view | — | 18d | |
| Condo | 3 bd / 3 ba | 2,360 | — | Sign in to view | — | 51d | |
| Other | 5 bd / 4 ba | 2,506 | — | Sign in to view | — | 20d |
Source: OneKey MLS — Roslyn closed sales, last 180 days. Verify all figures independently before making decisions.
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Expert answers to the most common questions about buying and selling in Roslyn.
How much does it cost to buy a home in Roslyn?
Is Roslyn a good place to buy a home, and who is it right for?
What are property taxes like in Roslyn, and can they be lowered?
What is the LIRR commute from Roslyn to Manhattan?
What is the median home price in Roslyn, and is it a buyer's or seller's market right now?
How are the schools in Roslyn?
Why work with Joseph DeVito to buy or sell in Roslyn?
Is Roslyn a buyer's or seller's market?
Are sellers cutting prices in Roslyn?
What counts as a price reduction on this page?
Are price cuts in Roslyn becoming more or less common?
Do homes that cut their price in Roslyn sell for less?
Joseph DeVito is a New York Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker and a New York attorney. He does not act as both broker and attorney on the same transaction: here he acts as a real estate broker only, and he is not your attorney. Real estate services provided through Keller Williams Realty Greater Nassau are not legal representation. Everything on this site is general information for educational purposes only. It is not legal advice, it creates no attorney-client relationship, and it should not be relied on as legal advice — for advice about your own situation, consult your own attorney.
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How Roslyn Fits Into the Nassau County Market
Roslyn’s median sale price of about $1.77M sits about 113% above the Nassau County median of about $830K. These are whole-county figures over a settled trailing 12 months — the same data behind our full Nassau County reports.
County medians describe the wider market, not any specific property, and are not a valuation of a home in Roslyn.
Markets Near Roslyn
The closest Nassau communities we track, with their current median sale price, median days on market, and market condition — useful for widening or narrowing a search.
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Joseph DeVito has been part of more than 5,000 closed transactions across Nassau County, Suffolk County, Queens, and Brooklyn. As an Associate Broker who is also an attorney, he reads a deal differently than most agents — and when the facts of your Roslyn deal are in front of him, he knows the contract and title questions worth asking.
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