S
ayville, a South Shore town in Suffolk County, blends suburban tranquility with coastal allure. Its tree‑lined streets, walkable downtown, and proximity to the Great South Bay give it a classic New England feel. “It’s a very quaint area,” says Douglas Elliman agent Susan Lombardi, adding that it exemplifies ideal South Shore living.
The town’s marina, a municipal facility on Foster Avenue, offers a beach, tennis courts, a walking trail, playground, and a pavilion overlooking the water. Nearby Corey Beach in Blue Point provides additional recreation and a concession stand. Sayville also hosts the ferry service that carries passengers to Cherry Grove, Fire Island Pines, Sailors Haven, and the Sunken Forest. Montauk Highway runs through the center, hosting most local businesses and shops.
Downtown is a focal point for residents. Signature Premier Properties agent Ryan Rezinas notes the town’s “Miracle on Main Street” holiday event, where children paint storefront windows. Friday night high‑school football also unites the community; the Sayville Golden Flashes captured the 2025 Long Island Class III Championship after an undefeated season. Lombardi remarks that homes rarely stay on the market, and those who move in tend to stay.
Apartments and 55‑plus communities, such as Fairfield Apartments, coexist with single‑family homes. The historic Mill, built in 1895, sits in Islip Grange Park. Sayville’s name originated from a clerk’s misspelling of “Seaville” in 1836. Historically, the town supplied wood and oysters to New York City and became a theater destination after the Long Island Rail Road established a station in 1868.
**Real‑Estate Snapshot (Oct 30 2024–Oct 29 2025)**
- 149 home sales, median price $710,000 (up from 96 sales, $680,000 a year earlier).
- No condos or co‑ops listed.
- Population: 15,593; median age: 44.6; median home value: $710,000.
- Monthly LIRR ticket from Sayville: $378.
- School districts: Sayville (95% graduation), Connetquot (94%), Sachem (93%).
- Libraries: Sayville, Connetquot, Sachem.
- Suffolk County Transit Route 2 serves the area.
**Active Listings (OneKey MLS)**
- 13 homes, prices $470,000–$1.99 million, taxes $9,466–$22,296.
**Notable Properties**
1. **$1.99 million (1927)** – Four bedrooms, two full baths, three half baths. Formal dining room seats 10; living room with gas fireplace; office; primary ensuite with fireplace. Gunite pool, pool house, landscaped yard. Taxes $22,295. Contact Silvana Lewis, Douglas Elliman.
2. **$799,000 (1925)** – Three bedrooms, 1½ baths. Front porch, rounded archways, beamed ceilings, island kitchen. New roof, gas boiler, hot water system. Detached two‑car garage, mature landscaping. Taxes $13,970. Contact Ryan Rezinas, Signature Premier Properties.
3. **$489,000 (55‑plus condo, 1985)** – Two bedrooms, 1½ baths, one‑car garage, laundry, central air, patio. Gated security, fitness center, heated pool, jitney service. Taxes $9,466; monthly charges $575. Contact Susan Lombardi, Douglas Elliman.
**Recent Sales**
- **$2.15 million – Westgate Drive** (1955 ranch, 4 beds, 4 baths, 0.35 acres, taxes $23,467). Listed $419,000 below market, 375 days on market.
- **$1.225 million – Candee Avenue** (1881 colonial, 4 beds, 2 full + 2 half baths, 0.55 acres, taxes $16,129). Listed $75,000 above market, 78 days.
- **$485,000 – Cliff Avenue** (1932 cottage/ranch, 1 bed, 1 bath, 0.22 acres, taxes $9,345). Listed $16,000 above market, 82 days.
Sayville remains a desirable, tight‑knit community where homes sell quickly and residents often stay long term. Its blend of historic charm, waterfront amenities, vibrant downtown, and strong community spirit continues to attract buyers seeking a quintessential South Shore lifestyle.
