East Hills: High-ranking schools, village perks, nearby amenities draw buyers
Much of East Hills is residential, but Roslyn Road is home to small pockets of businesses. Credit: Debbie Egan-Chin
THE SCOOP It is not unusual for East Hills residents, during a lifetime, to move from a starter home, to a larger step-up home, and then a smaller home for retirement all within the village boundaries, real estate agents said.
It is because of the village's exclusive perks for its residents, its proximity to great restaurants and shopping in neighboring communities and living within the Roslyn School District boundaries.
"People move within the community," said Melanie Cogan, an agent with Compass NY who has sold in the area for 18 years. "A good chunk of my business is moving people from house to house. I could do three moves in one transaction."
Harbor Hill Road runs through the middle of the village, with mostly larger plots to the north and smaller lots to the south. Country Estates, Lakeville Estates and Nob Hill tend to have larger lots, and they are north of Harbor Hill Road, Cogan said.
The main community hub of the village is The Park at East Hills. Opened in 2006, the 50-acre facility has a 12,000-square-foot pool, ballfields, playground, theater, fitness center, dog park, walking trail and sports courts. The park is the meeting place for residents, who have exclusive use.
"We have different events there," Mayor Michael R. Koblenz said. "Up to 4,000 people come to the fireworks."
The village doesn't have strip malls, but it is close to villages that are home to restaurants, businesses and shopping centers like the Americana Mall, Cogan said.
Homes along Walnut Drive, top, and Peacock Drive in East Hills. Credit: Debbie Egan-Chin
East Hills was incorporated in 1931. In the late 1800s, the East Hills area was dotted with estates on large plots of land, including the Clarence Mackay family, whose mansion was designed by famed architect Stanford White. The home was demolished in 1947 for the development of Country Estates.
Homes sell for well over $1 million, with many in the $2 million to $3 million range, and reaching as high as $5 million. Koblenz said it is not unusual to see homeowners in the northern side of town tear down a house to build a 6,000-square-foot home.
Most East Hills students attend Roslyn schools, with a small sliver of homes attending East Williston School District, which is also a draw, said the mayor.
"People I coached in Little League have moved back with their wife and kids," Koblenz said.
SALE PRICES Between July 31, 2024, and July 30, 2025, there were 45 home sales with a median sale price of $1.72 million, according to OneKey MLS. During that period a year earlier, there were 51 home sales with a median sale price of $1.65 million.
CONDOS AND CO-OPS There are no condos or co-ops on the market.
OTHER STATS
Population 7,249
Median age 41.7
Median home value $1.76 million
Monthly LIRR ticket from Roslyn $287
School districts, graduation rates Roslyn (98%), East Williston (98%)
Library The Bryant Library
Transit Nassau County Transit Route 27
Sources: 2023 American Community Survey; OneKey MLS via InfoSparks by ShowingTime; LIRR; data.nysed.gov; Nassau Inter-County Express
ON THE MARKET
$2.8 million
This $2.8 million East Hills home is 5,000 square feet. Credit: VHT Studios
This completely renovated high ranch has five bedrooms and 4½ bathrooms, including an ensuite bedroom on the first floor. Built in 1963, it has radiant heated floors in the bathrooms, skylights and large windows throughout to bring in natural light. The professionally manicured property has a pool and expansive patio. Taxes are $25,202. Saharnaz Italian, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, 516-322-0829.
$3.2 million
This $3.2 million East Hills home has five bedrooms. Credit: Tim Hill Photo
Located in Country Estates, the five-bedroom, 5½-bathroom Colonial has been renovated, including the kitchen with chef-styled appliances, radiant floors, and a breakfast area. The main floor has a bedroom with full bath. The primary suite has a bathroom with a steam shower and soaking tub. Located on over a half-acre, the property is professionally landscaped, with a pool and patio. Taxes are $36,324. A sale is pending. Melanie J. Cogan, Greater Compass NY, 516-319-1623.
$1.4 million
This $1.4 million East Hills home has four bedrooms. Credit: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Across from the Old Westbury Phipps Estates, this four-bedroom, three-bathroom brick Colonial has an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room and French doors throughout the first floor. Built in 1933, the home as a large unfinished attic and full basement. Taxes are $19,815. Peggy Carillo and Michael A. Carillo, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, 516-984-1115.
RECENTLY SOLD
$4.6 million
Fern Drive
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 7
Built 2019
Lot size 0.41 acre
Taxes $38,600
+/- List price -$395,000
Days on market 40
$2.2 million
Oakdale Lane
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4
Built 1950
Lot size 0.25 acre
Taxes $26,115
+/- List price -$79,000
Days on market 42
$1.42 million
Revere Road
Style Exp. ranch
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2½
Built 1948
Lot size 0.25 acre
Taxes $22,570
+/- List price +$20,000
Days on market 7
ON ONEKEY MLS
Number of listings 9
Price range $1.4 million to $4.8 million
Tax range $19,815 to $32,333
