Islip is for buyers who want something grounded. It’s community-driven, easy to navigate, and quietly connected.
Islip strikes a balance that’s hard to find: it feels established without feeling static. There’s history here, but it shows up in ways that support everyday life—walkable streets, local businesses, and a waterfront that’s always within reach.
Downtown Islip centers around Main Street, where restaurants, cafés, and small shops create a steady, low-key social scene. It’s active enough to keep things interesting, but never overwhelming. Brookwood Hall Park adds character and green space, while nearby marinas and bay access bring the coastal lifestyle into focus.
You also have proximity working in your favor—close to major roadways, the LIRR, and neighboring villages like Bay Shore and Sayville when you want to expand your options.
Lifestyle takeaway:
Islip is for buyers who want something grounded. It’s community-driven, easy to navigate, and quietly connected to the water—where life feels steady, social, and well-established.
17,224 people live in Islip, where the median age is 44 and the average individual income is $49,289. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Islip, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including GNC, Moku Loa Paddle Tribe, and ImmacuLOOK Makeup by Jocelyn.
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| Dining · $$ | 2.91 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.61 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.34 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.91 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Islip has 6,091 households, with an average household size of 2.82. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Islip do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 17,224 people call Islip home. The population density is 3,628.9 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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