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As the debate over affordable housing in Shelter

Workforce, middle-class homebuyers shut out on Shelter Island

The only one of the five East End town where no high-density affordable housing developments have been built is working on two new projects to address the need, but there is opposition from those who say "people aren't entitled to live where they want to live."

19th century Colonial in Baldwin lists for $450,000
The two-bedroom, two-bathroom home was built in 1888 when the street was one lane.
Experts unpack tips for de-stressing the move
Advice on making relocating easier in these times of high demand.
John Steinbeck's Sag Harbor cottage reduced to $16.75 million
The author wrote 'Travels With Charley' in the writing hut on the property, which has cut its price by $1.15 million.
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Northport's Main Street, waterfront are a draw, but inventory is tight
Homes that hit the market, starting at $500,000, sell quickly.
Golf club buyer says owners violated exclusivity clause in $4.4M sale
Richard Schaub Jr. alleged in a letter to P.G.C. Holding Corp. that it negotiated with the Town of Oyster Bay, which may seize the East Massapequa property by eminent domain, over a 30-day period that barred discussions or negotiations with other parties and called the action an "egregious violation."
Home prices jump 17.6% in Suffolk to new high, 13% in Nassau
Sellers still have the upper hand in Long Island's housing market, with buyers paying a median price of $535,000 in Suffolk and $670,000 in Nassau last month.
Newsday recommends Trades: Long Islanders who love their jobs
From barbers, to bakers to violin makers, get an inside look at the careers and lives of these Long Island tradespeople.
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Hempstead apartment developments to sell for $137M
The market-rate sites each sold for $3 million to $4 million more when the current owner bought them in 2014.
5 home projects to do now to prep for winter
A few home improvement projects this fall could prevent problems and save money during the chilly months ahead.
Apartment proposal delayed by village residents who oppose its size, density
Neighbors in Thomaston said they are worried about increased traffic passing through their streets, impact on their property values and the blockage of sunlight and views if the 75-unit building is constructed.
Pet patrol: What to know when selling a home
Tips on how to handle pets, their toys and odors, when putting a house on the market.

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