Long Island is comprised of four counties - Nassau, Suffolk, Queens and Brooklyn/Kings County. The latter two counties are generally considered part of New York City, so when people refer to Long Island, they are talking about Nassau and Suffolk counties. Within these counties there are many communities, and many different housing markets. An experienced real estate agent should know what potential buyers can get for their money, and be able to steer you toward the most appropriate choices.

Nassau county enjoys the highest median income per household on Long Island, and the highest percentage of home ownership. It contains the cities of Glen Cove and Long Beach and the towns of Hempstead, North Hempstead and Oyster Bay. The housing in Nassau County includes about seven square miles of industrial space, with rental units, office space and single-family homes distributed across over 60 townships. The housing market in Nassau is very tight, and buyers must move quickly when they find the home they want.

The homes in these communities represent every market from historic beachfront luxury living to modern apartments and condos. As a buyer, you will have many options in housing, but like Nassau, Suffolk County is a competitive market where demand exceeds the number of available homes.

The diversity of housing in Nassau and Suffolk counties requires agents who really know the area. At LIRealtyGuide, we pride ourselves on connecting buyers with their ideal homes. We encourage you to browse our site to search for the Long Island house that's perfect for your family.