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Fairfield Beachfront at Long Beach
20 Wyoming AveLong Beach, NY 11561
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10 West Apartments
10 W West B...Long Beach, NY 11561
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Executive Towers At Lido
854-860 E BroadwayLong Beach, NY 11561
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Boardwalk Apartments
210 Shore RdLong Beach, NY 11561
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319 E Broadway
319 E BroadwayLong Beach, NY 11561
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Plaza East Apartments
465 Shore RdLong Beach, NY 11561
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475 W Chester St, Unit 1
475 W Chester StLong Beach, NY 11561
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131 Mitchell Ave, Unit One Bedroom Long Beach NY
131 Mitchell AveLong Beach, NY 11561
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62 California St, Unit rear
62 California StLong Beach, NY 11561
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Long Beach, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Long Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Beach Studio Apartments | $2,542 | $1,400 | $4,394 |
| Long Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,948 | $2,100 | $5,938 |
| Long Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,857 | $2,250 | $9,482 |
| Long Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,526 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
| Long Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,300 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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Long Beach Overview
Long Beach, NY is a barrier island off the coast of Long Island’s south shore. With a population of just over 35,000, Long Beach feels more like a small town than a city. Yet, apartment residents feel connected to the thriving Long Island area, with easy commutes and access to all the amenities of big city life without the chaos. Long Beach residents live here for the beauty, peace and serenity and stay for the homey, comfortable feeling of the people.
What is the history of Long Beach?
One of Long Island's oldest and most established communities is Long Beach. It was established in 1880 when the first Long Beach Hotel was constructed, and it has since expanded steadily ever since 1882, when the railroad came to Long Beach and made it feasible as a vacation resort community. In 1922, Long Beach officially became a city. Long Beach's location on an oceanfront island off the south side of Long Island, which favorably impacts its climate, was a primary draw for its growth. In comparison to the inland areas of New York City and Long Island, Long Beach typically has temperature averages that are 10 degrees warmer in winter and 10 degrees cooler in summer. Long Beach evolved as an attractive coastal village, sandwiched between the bay and the ocean.
How is the weather in Long Beach?
Residents of Long Beach, NY enjoy a humid, subtropical climate offset by ocean breezes in the summer. Precipitation comes about evenly throughout the four seasons, which includes snow in winter. Long Beach, NY is considered to be a temperate climate in comparison with nearby New York City. Because of Long Beach’s location, average highs in summer only reach into the mid-80s, and average lows in winter only dip down in the the naughts. Residents of apartments in Long Beach, NY don’t have to worry about shoveling snow, but the city has a good reputation for clearing streets and sidewalks quickly after snowfalls.
How do I get around town?
One of the most appealing things about Long Beach is that local residents don’t need a car to get around. No matter what method you prefer for sightseeing, entertainment, grocery shopping, beachcombing and more, there’s an easy way to get there. For instance, there are rental cars available at Long Beach airport when you need to travel out of town. Uber and Lyft both operate in Long Beach, too. Rental scooters from companies like Lime, VeoRide and Razor have stations throughout the city. For bicycle enthusiasts, Long Beach has a well-maintained bike path along the beach, plus designated bicycle lanes on motor vehicle roads. Like scooters, there are stations to rent bicycles, too. Also, the Long Beach bus runs five routes throughout the city on a 24-hour basis. Finally, Long Beach is highly walkable both downtown and in neighborhoods. The beach has a designated pedestrian lane, and sidewalks throughout the city are well-maintained.
What is the Long Beach commute like?
If you work in a nearby city such as Flushing, you’ll find the Long Beach, NY commute very manageable. A typical commute into Flushing takes between 30 minutes and an hour, with the longest time happening during the rush hour, as is the case everywhere. For drivers, a draw bridge connects Long Beach to Long Island. The majority of Long Beach residents commute by rail. You can buy a monthly UniTicket, which covers trains and buses to and from Long Beach. Seven Long Island Rail Road trains go from Long Beach to Penn Station in Manhattan between 6 and 8 a.m. None of the trains take over an hour, and the ones that don't go through Jamaica, Queens, are faster. During rush hour, city buses come to the station every 15 minutes. It takes 15 minutes to get there from the West End area.
What are the local media outlets?
The main newspaper outlet in Long Beach is the Long Beach Herald, which covers Long Beach and publishes 18 community editions around the city. It’s owned by Richner Communications. There’s also the Oceanside/Island Park Herald, which publishes a fresh edition every Thursday. While there are no radio stations on Long Beach itself, there are several nearby FM radio stations that broadcast into Long Beach, NY. For example, residents can enjoy classical on 88.1 (WMNR), public radio on 90.5 (WBJB) , alternative on 90.7 (WFUV) and jazz on 88.3 (WBGO). For Long Beach local television news, tune into ABC7 news.
Why live in Long Beach, NY?
The vast majority of Long Beach residents didn’t grow up in the area; most of them visited and fell in love with the city. Residents repeatedly mention the special feeling and the peacefulness in the air that you can’t find anywhere else in the area. A big attraction is the water, of course. From anywhere on Long Beach, you can be on the beach in five minutes. Residents also mention the people. There’s a local saying that, “The sand is soft and the people are welcoming.”
What Long Beach landmarks should I see?
Given Long Beach’s history, it’s not surprising that several important landmarks are located here. The Long Beach Holocaust Memorial Monument takes prominent position at City Hall in Kennedy Plaza. There are no less than seven sites on Long Beach that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including Pauline Felix House, Samual Vaisberg House, the Long Beach Post Office, Cobble Villa, the Barkin House and the House at 226 West Penn Street, which currently houses the Long Beach Historical Museum.
What is there to do around Long Beach?
Top activities in Long Beach include the Long Beach Boardwalk. Chock full of oceanside benches, a wide, paved path that accommodates strollers, pedestrians, bicyclists and a bevy of restaurants and art galleries, the Boardwalk never disappoints. In winter, Long Beach residents partake in the Long Beach Polar Bears dip, where water enthusiasts take a swim in the frigid but invigorating waters off the north side of the island.
Any annual festivals or Long Beach events to know?
A great sign that a community is a good place to live is how well it comes together to celebrate. Long Beach has several annual festivals that offer residents an opportunity to meet and socialize. One in particular is the Fall Festival, held in October at the Kennedy Plaza. In summer, residents flock to the Annual Arts & Crafts festival, held on the boardwalk in June. Each year, Long Beach residents celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an Irish Day Parade down Washington Boulevard. There are always impromptu new festivals occurring throughout the year, as well.
Where are the nearby vacation spots?
When you have friends and family visiting your apartment in Long Beach, you won’t be short of vacation activities. Captain Lou Fleet offers fishing cruises and tours with comfortable, climate-controlled cabins. Skudin Surf provides surfing lessons for kids and adults, water sports gear rentals and boat tours off of Long Beach. Empire Kayaks rents kayaks by the hour, half day and full day from nearby Island Park.
Where is the best place to move in Long Beach?
Are you ready to find your next apartment in Long Beach? Some of the best places to live in Long Beach, NY include Shore Road. Shore Road runs parallel to the beach, and is only one block away from Neptune Boulevard beach. If you have children, consider W. Park Avenue area, which is close to Lindell Elementary School, as well as a range of kid-friendly eateries.
Best Local Schools in Long Beach, NY
Long Beach Senior High School
Long Beach City School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1314)
7 out of 10
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Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Long Beach
How much are Studio apartments in Long Beach?
There are currently 28 Studio Apartments in Long Beach with rent ranges from $1,400 to $4,394 with an average price of $2,542.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Long Beach Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Long Beach ranges from $2,100 to $5,938 with an average monthly rent of $3,948.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Long Beach cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Long Beach range from $2,250 to $9,482. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,857.
How expensive are Long Beach Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 28 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Long Beach on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,100 to $10,000 - averaging $4,526 for the location.
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