F
armingville, an unincorporated hamlet in the Town of Brookhaven, offers a unique blend of affordability and community spirit. With homes starting at around $365,000 for a two-bedroom cottage with basement, it's no wonder that lifelong resident Marisa Pizza recommends Farmingville to friends looking for a home. "Don't overlook Farmingville," she advises. "It's a hidden gem."

    The hamlet's community is highly engaged, with a strong civic association and numerous local events throughout the year. Brookhaven Council Member Neil Manzzella notes that Farmingville has a "really homey feeling" due to its lack of overdevelopment and abundance of mom-and-pop shops and restaurants.

    Recreational amenities include the Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald Hill, which hosts concerts and other events, as well as the Sachem Youth Soccer League Soccer Park and Thomas Muratore Park with hiking trails. The hamlet's 19th century Bald Hill Schoolhouse is a popular spot for field trips and history lectures.

    Despite being bordered by major thoroughfares, Farmingville is relatively close to public transportation options, including the Long Island Rail Road's Medford station and Ronkonkoma station. Homes in the area range from $365,000 to over $1 million, with a median sale price of $603,000 between November 2023 and November 2024.

    Some notable homes on the market include a custom-built five-bedroom home for $1.33 million and a renovated three-bedroom ranch for $629,900. Recent sales in the area have included a colonial-style home for $860,000 and a high-ranch style home for $670,000.