Huntington, NY Real Estate: North Shore Houses and Condos

Huntington is a Suffolk County town on the North Shore with a harbour, village centre and the Long Island Rail Road, which connects to Manhattan in roughly an hour. Its location between the water and the suburbs appeals to commuters, families who want good schools, and buyers seeking a pied-à-terre within reach of New York.

Long Island property taxes are high, often a major monthly cost, so ask for the most recent tax bill on every house you consider.

The US places no general restriction on foreign buyers of residential property. Expect closing costs of roughly 2% to 5%, title insurance, an attorney (customary in New York), and local transfer taxes. If you later sell, FIRPTA withholding applies at 15% of the price for foreign sellers, reduced to 10% or 0% for qualifying residence purchases up to $1m or $300k.

Non-resident mortgages are available but need larger deposits. Use our mortgage calculator and read the US financing guide and buying guide.

Dix Hills, Commack and Smithtown are close neighbours in Suffolk. Massapequa, Garden City and Great Neck are in Nassau County, a different tax and school environment. The United States overview covers the national picture.