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he 2025 Ryder Cup will kick off at Bethpage Black on September 26, and Long Island residents are cashing in by leasing their homes and even their driveways. With a flood of fans and a shortage of lodging, locals are turning spare rooms, entire houses, and parking spots into high‑priced rentals.

    A four‑bedroom house in Farmingdale, just a short walk from the course, is listed on Airbnb for more than $25,000 for five nights. A three‑bedroom property six miles away demands over $34,000 for the week. Other listings show similar figures: a Northport home with four bedrooms and an attached apartment goes for $16,000 for four nights, while a 10‑person house in Westbury is priced near $20,000 for the weekend. One Bethpage listing, five bedrooms and three baths, is close to $30,000 for four nights. Prices for a week can exceed $50,000, and some driveways are being rented for up to $100 a day.

    The cost of attending the event adds to the high‑end market. A single‑day badge for a main match day is about $750, covering unlimited food and non‑alcoholic drinks. Practice days are also pricey: Tuesday and Wednesday tickets run around $255 each, and Thursday, which includes opening ceremonies, is about $424.

    Local homeowners are reaping the benefits. Matt Lenner of Plainview rented his house through a hospitality company and said the money was “definitely worth it.” His wife was initially hesitant, but the extra cash was appealing, especially with family milestones on the horizon. Sarah Bogaty of Plainview, who is taking her family to Florida, also rented out her home, noting that she was never planning to attend the Cup anyway. Both confirmed that their deals fell within the mid‑$20,000s to well above $30,000 range.

    Corporate demand is a major driver. Executives and high‑level clients prefer private homes over hotels, and many corporate sponsors are willing to pay top dollar. Realtor Stephen Gaon notes that prices range from $20,000 to over $60,000 for a week, reflecting the premium placed on proximity and privacy.

    The supply crunch is stark. Discover Long Island reports that more than 12,000 hotel rooms in the region are already booked. Sharon Wyman, chief operating officer of the group, calls the demand “unprecedented,” noting that rooms east of Bethpage are fully booked, a rare situation for Suffolk County.

    Parking is a critical issue. Organizers warn that parking will be nearly impossible; driveways and trains will become the real ticket. Some Farmingdale residents are turning their driveways into prime real estate, charging up to $100 a day for parking within walking distance of the course.

    The Ryder Cup, often described as a blend of the World Series and the Super Bowl, is expected to draw about 50,000 spectators each day. With over 250,000 people projected to attend the week, the demand for lodging and parking is at an all‑time high.

    For homeowners like the Lenners, the trade‑off is clear: they earn a substantial income while strangers occupy their property. “What’s the worst that can happen? I have to buy new linens, or even a new bed?” Matt mused, highlighting the minimal risk for the significant reward.

    In short, the 2025 Ryder Cup has turned Long Island into a lucrative rental market, with homes and parking spots fetching record prices amid a surge of fans and corporate clientele.