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Ridge, NY 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Ridge
Ridge is a quiet town in Suffolk County, New York, and a part of the Long Island region. Its prime location and relaxed communities have made it an attractive option for retirees.
Ridge is a quiet town in Suffolk County, New York, and a part of the Long Island region. Its prime location and relaxed communities have made it an attractive option for retirees.
Climate & Geography
Ridge is a small town located in the southeast corner of New York. Ridge is home to four distinct seasons. Summers are sunny and warm, while winters bring plenty of snow and freezing temperatures. Residents can expect more rain than the national average, and about 200 sunny days a year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Ridge is home to a variety of local restaurants, antique shops, and more. There are also farmers markets such as Helen’s Farm Stand and Cheese & Spice Market, where locals go to get fresh ingredients. Brook-Haven State Park offers many outdoor recreation opportunities such as fishing, camping, and hiking.
Ridge is a half hour drive from Long Island, a more densely populated city with a larger number of activities and amenities.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Ridge is slightly higher than the national average, but is one of the more affordable cities in New York. The higher cost of living is due to the housing cost which is above the U.S median.
In New York, Social Security benefits, federal and New York government pensions, and military retirement pay are all exempt from taxation. Residents 65 and older may qualify to have their property taxes reduced by 50 percent, based on income requirements. The sales tax rate in New York is 4 percent and Ridge does add a 4.625 percent tax on that rate.
Health Care
There are six hospitals and medical centers within a 15 mile radius of Ridge. Three of these are highly rated by U.S News including John T. Mather Memorial Hospital, Stony Brook University Hospital, and Long Island Community Hospital. Stony Brook University Hospital is nationally ranked in orthopedics and ranked high performing in five adult specialties and four procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Ridge, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 2 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and no small communities.
The smallest 55+ communities in Ridge has 646 homes, the largest has 1500 homes, and the average communities consists of 949 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Ridge. Approximately 66.7% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Leisure Village is a gated communities with 1500 homes, and Leisure Glen is another gated communities with 646 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Ridge stay on the market for around 543 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $416,945, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Leisure Glen average around $484,350, while homes in Leisure Knoll average around $428,839.
25 communities near Ridge
75 homes near Ridge
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,078 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,130 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|1 baths
|875 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,396 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,531 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,350 sq ft
|House
1 beds
|1 baths
|928 sq ft
|Mobile Home
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,105 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,874 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,998 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|684 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,620 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,085 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,020 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|684 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,867 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,860 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,666 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,112 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,434 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,557 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,187 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,251 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,563 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,240 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,160 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,085 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,172 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,340 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,151 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,792 sq ft
|Manufactured Home
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,074 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,200 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,274 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|1 baths
|724 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,652 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Ridge, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 2 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and no small communities.
The smallest 55+ communities in Ridge has 646 homes, the largest has 1500 homes, and the average communities consists of 949 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Ridge. Approximately 66.7% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Leisure Village is a gated communities with 1500 homes, and Leisure Glen is another gated communities with 646 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Ridge stay on the market for around 543 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $416,945, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Leisure Glen average around $484,350, while homes in Leisure Knoll average around $428,839.
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