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For some, Long Island is a seasonal spot; for others, its home year-round. If you’re making the switch to permanent residency, Long Island living may be a welcome change of pace. Those itching for the metropolitan streets will also be happy with LI’s proximity to Manhattan.
That said, there are many reasons to spend your time exploring right at home. From the Gold Coast mansions of the Gatsby era, locally produced wines, and recreation opportunities throughout the year, you may find reasons to skip a trip to the big city.
Whether you’re moving from near or far, Piece of Cake Moving & Storage can help you with a stress-free relocation to Long Island. We can assist you at every step of the way: from packing, custom crating, unpacking, and even storage. Leave the traffic, parking, and local moving regulations to us — our movers are highly experienced in navigating it all in Long Island. That way, you’ll get to enjoy the Long Island life without delay!
Moving you to Long Island and all of its neighborhoods
Piece of Cake Moving and Storage is a local expert on every tight corner and thoroughfare in the Long Island neighborhood including:
- Amityville
- Babylon
- Bellmore
- Brookhaven
- Commack
- East Hampton
- Farmingdale
- Fire Island
- Garden City
- Glen Cove
- Greenport
- Hempstead
- Huntington
- Huntington Bay
- Islandia
- Islip
- Long Beach
- Long Island
- Massapequa
- Melville
- Merrick
- Montauk
- Nassau County
- North Hempstead
- Oyster Bay
- Plainview
- Port Jefferson
- Riverhead
- Ronkonkoma
- Roslyn
- Shelter Island
- Smithtown
- Southampton
- Southold
- Stony Brook
- Suffolk County
- Uniondale
- Valley Stream
- West Islip
- Westhampton Beach
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The island contains four counties; two of which are actually part of New York City. On the western side of the island, about 200 square miles are a part of Kings (Brooklyn) and Queens counties. Suffolk and Nassau counties make up the rest of 1,400 total sq. mi. on the island.
As you’ll be Hamptons-adjacent, you may be aware that seasonal tourism is a significant contributor to the local economy. While this may boost the local population for part of the year, about 7 million people make the island their home all year-round.
For those who are new to LI living, it’s worth it to read up on your new home. Here’s a few points to get you started:
- Cost of Living: As it’s considered suburban to NYC, you’ll likely get more space as you secure housing. However, iit may be about as expensive as living in the city. If you’re in the market to purchase a home, housing costs are twice as high as the national average (with a house in LI averaging between $400,000 to $500,000). Tack on about 2% for property taxes as well, which also runs higher than average. For those in the market to rent an apartment, budgeting around $2k a month for a 2-bedroom is wise. In terms of strictly LI counties, both Nassau and Suffolk counties have an average cost of living that is higher than the national average (with Nassau being just a little higher).
- Commuting around LI: Driving is commonplace for many Long Islanders. And, there’s a high chance of traffic with millions of residents driving the 23 miles of land on the island. It’s wise to expect traffic jams at the busier parts of the day. If you don’t drive or prefer public transit, there are options to get around the island without a car. The local train system, the Long Island Railroad (LIRR), is the busiest commuter railroad in North America. It’ll take you all around Long Island and into Queens if you wish. The fare will depend on your starting point and final destination. That said, regular commuters can purchase multi-day or monthly passes that may lock in commuting prices. Weekenders hoping to hop over to Manhattan or other parts of the city can take advantage of a CityTicket: charging just $4.50 for travel on Saturdays and Sundays. If your travels take farther, you’re also not too far away from international and domestic flights at the JFK and LaGuardia airports.
- Island Eats: Dine with your favorite fork — North fork, South fork, dinner fork, or even a spork! No matter what you choose, you won’t go hungry in Long Island. Lovers of fresh produce will be right at home in Suffolk County, which boasts a number of farm stands, pumpkin patches, and pick-your-own produce opportunities. If a glass of wine sounds fine, you can visit all or some of the 2,000 acres of grapevines and 30 or so wineries to swirl, sniff, and sip your next favorite vintage. For those itching to eat like the locals, you can place an order for a Long Island egg sandwich. You’ll be dreaming about just the right ingredients to fill your Kaiser roll, including: egg, cheese, breakfast meat, and hot sauce for your morning order. As you further acclimate to eating out on the Island, you may want to phrase it “soda” (not “pop”) and “hero” (not “hoagie”) when ordering your next meal.
- Sand and Snow Recreation: Your new place of residence has about 1,600 miles of shoreline. You’ll have your pick of beach umbrella parking spots, including Jamaica Bay, Peconic Bay, and Fire Island among other barrier beaches. As you peruse the sand and surf, you can also take in the island’s collection of lighthouses — one of which was commissioned by Congress under President George Washington. LI’s Suffolk County also lays claim to the county with the most lighthouses in all of the U.S. The joys of outdoor recreation don’t stop there. There’s plenty of cold-weather fun to enjoy as well, like cross-country skiing and ice-skating rinks. You can also mark your calendar for Winterfest, a seasonal series of cultural and family-friendly activities for visitors and residents alike.
- Houses with History: Long Island is among the many East Coast locations with storied sites to see and there is something for everyone. One of the biggest draws is found on the Island’s North Shore with The Gold Coast mansions. The Gold Coast was previously home to 1,200 mansions, built between the 1890s and the 1930s. The homes were erected for some of the richest residents in the entire country at the time. Unfortunately, only a few still stand today. But, you can take a tour to explore the Island’s remaining Gatsby-era flair. There are a few additional famed homes on Long Island, including the birthplace of famed poet, Walt Whitman in Huntington. You can visit President Theodore Roosevelt’s Queen-Anne style home at Sagamore Hill, in Nassau County’s Oyster Bay. He lived there for some years during his presidency and it’s a great spot to check out to become more acquainted with the Island’s history.
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