The Greens at Half Hollow, Melville, NY continues to be one of more desirable and popular Above-55 Developments on Long Island.  It’s easy to see why!  Everyone talks about the gorgeous Clubhouse, the beautiful grounds, the variety of housing available and the Lifestyle.  The residents enjoy the many activities available and there is a real sense of community.

But there’s a more practical reason to consider The Greens also.  The property taxes.  After looking at some of the homes for sale in other upscale developments – The Greens is a real bargain!  Compare the taxes for these 3 similar priced homes – each listed around $1,600,000 - Hamlet Estates, Jericho:  $28,528;  The Links at North Hills:  $26,675;   The Greens, Melville:  $7,654.  That says it all…

My 3rd Quarter, 2009 Housing Market Update for The Greens, Melville shows more sales activity than in the same quarter last year.  Prices are down some – but are generally strong.   Inventory numbers are up slightly from the Spring.

Any Questions or Want More Information?  Buying or Selling – Contact Cheryl Grossman at 631-223-8549 or TheGreens@CherylGrossman.com.  For a Quick Link to Homes For Sale in The Greens go to www.LIagent.com.

The Greens Housing Market Report, March 31-April 4, 2009 The Greens Housing Market Report, March 31-April 4, 2009, March 31 to April 4, 2009 breaks down the number of homes available and under contract by model.  A Valencia on Altessa Blvd. closed this week.   A comprehensive 1^st Quarter, 2009 Market Report for The Greens will be posted this week.

For more information please contact me at cheryl@liagent.com.  Visit my website to search for homes for sale in The Greens

The Greens at Half Hollow Weekly Market Report for March 22-28, 2009  breaks down the number of homes available and under contract by model.  A Viscaya on Altessa Blvd. went into contract this week.  A comprehensive 1^st Quarter, 2009 Market Report will be posted next week.

Gated communities have become popular on Long Island during the last few years as a growing number of local homebuyers are embracing the aura, amenities and security that such communities offer.  With their gatehouse guards or electronic security devices, tennis courts, swimming pools, clubhouse facilities and, in some instances, golf courses, these enclaves have helped redefine housing developments as "lifestyle communities."

There are many types – some for 55 and above, others for all ages.  Prices are varied also.  They range from the modest condominium “flat” to the utmost in luxury and “Country Club Living” – featuring large single-family homes. Lot sizes for homes in gated communities are usually smaller than comparably priced homes located outside the gates.  To offset the lack of “elbow room” between the homes, gated communities generally include common areas, such as parks, walking trails and playgrounds.

Some of the gated communities in the Dix Hills/Melville area are:  The Greens at Half Hollow (55 & above), Country Pointe at Dix Hills, The Legends at Half Hollow,  Sweet Hollow Farms in Melville, Northgate Condominiums, The Villas,  Alley Pond Estates and for rentals: Avalon Bay in Melville. 

Families with young children are also attracted to these developments. The sense of privacy and security along with the amenities of a clubhouse, swimming and tennis – without the maintenance – are just what some busy parents desire.

When asked most residents say that what initially attracted them to this type of development was the ability to come and go as they please without worrying about the upkeep or security of their home.Retirees and empty-nesters say they are drawn to the developments’ lifestyle, which enables them to take vacations without worrying about the safety of their home or its maintenance – while also providing them with an active social life.  For many people of retirement age, the gated communities provide a way to stay near their family on Long Island – instead of moving to Phoenix, Florida or North Carolina!