The Best Suffolk County Towns to Downsize In: A Guide for Long Island Homeowners

Downsizing on Long Island doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort or community. In fact, Suffolk County is home to some of the best towns for homeowners looking for simplicity, security, and smart living.

Here are top locations to consider:

• Stony Brook: Quaint village feel, close to Stony Brook University Hospital, fun downtown.

• Setauket: Charming homes, low-maintenance condos, historic charm with coastal proximity.

• Port Jefferson Station: Affordable single-level homes, close to shopping and transit.

• Smithtown: Great medical facilities, 55+ communities, well-kept neighborhoods.

• Mount Sinai: Suburban peace, lots of ranch-style homes, near the North Shore.

• Lake Grove & Centereach: Condo options, lower taxes, close to major shopping and dining.

Whether you’re looking for less square footage, lower maintenance, or walkable amenities—there’s a Suffolk County town that fits your vision for a “right-sized” future.

Need help identifying which areas fit your lifestyle and budget? Let’s find your perfect match.

Really stressing over downsizing, I totally get it. I've created a guide called: Downsizing with Dignity. This guide will answer a LOT of your questions and give you a good foundation to start the process. 

You can CLICK HERE to view it now, or reach out to me and I'd be happy to send you a printed hard copy.

Shaughnessy Dusling

Licensed Associate Broker at Real Broker NY LLC

150 Motor Parkway Suite 401,

Hauppauge NY 11788

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