Published: June 01, 2026 | Last updated: July 27, 2026
The top 55+ active adult communities on Long Island in 2026 are Meadowbrook Pointe in Westbury, Country Pointe Plainview, The Greens at Half Hollow in Melville, HarborView in Port Washington, and Meadowbrook Pointe East Meadow. Each offers luxury condo or townhome living with resort-style amenities, and the right fit depends on your lifestyle preferences, proximity to family, budget, and whether you're buying new construction or resale.
By Eric Berman | June 1, 2026
If you're over 55 and still maintaining a house that was built for a family that doesn't live there anymore, you have more options on Long Island than you probably realize. And if you're the son or daughter trying to figure out where mom and dad should go next — while staying close enough to visit — this guide is for you too.
I'm Eric Berman, a licensed real estate agent with Compass and a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES). A huge part of my business is helping homeowners sell the family home and transition into their next chapter. I recently broke down the top five 55+ communities on Long Island in a video — here's the full guide with everything you need to compare them.
First, let's clear something up. A 55+ community — sometimes called an active adult community — is not a nursing home. It's not assisted living. It's not a retirement home in the way your parents would have used that term. These are luxury condominium and townhouse communities built specifically for adults over 55 who want to downsize from a bigger home without giving up quality. Think resort-style living: pools, fitness centers, tennis, golf, restaurants, clubhouses with concierge service. You give up the big house with the big yard. You get back your time. Watch Eric explain the distinction at the 1:15 mark of the video.
Now let's talk about where to actually do it.
Here's how the five communities compare at a glance. Pricing and availability move constantly in this category, so the ranges below are directional based on public data as of mid-2026 — see current MLS listings for real-time inventory.
Meadowbrook Pointe, Westbury
Town/County: Westbury, Nassau County
Age minimum: 55 (up to 20% at 48+)
Units: 720
Price range (2026 resale): Approximately $825,000 to $1,000,000+ for 2-bedroom condos; larger villas and townhomes command higher pricing
HOA / common charge (monthly): Approximately $800 to $1,000 depending on unit type (a $125 clubhouse renovation assessment was in effect through March 2025 — confirm current schedule with community management)
Standout feature: 25,000 sq ft Athletic Club & Spa with three pools (one indoor, two outdoor), 24-hour manned gatehouse, golf simulator
Country Pointe Plainview
Town/County: Plainview, Nassau County
Age minimum: 55 (90% of units)
Units: 660 (sold out at buildout — resale only)
Price range (2026 resale): Approximately $765,000 to $1.4 million for 2-bedroom units per Beechwood's reported ranges; original pricing spanned $650,000 to $1.9 million across all home types
HOA / common charge (monthly): Approximately $540 to $897 per Beechwood's reported ranges
Standout feature: Shops at Country Pointe retail plaza next door with walkability to ShopRite, restaurants, and national retailers
The Greens at Half Hollow, Melville
Town/County: Melville, Suffolk County
Age minimum: 55
Units: 810
Price range (2026 resale): Approximately $699,000 to $1.6 million with median around $1.15 to $1.26 million (varies by unit type — condos, upper Cordovas, lower Cordovas, and villas)
HOA / common charge (monthly): [VERIFY: current HOA range — Greens HOA does not publish fees publicly; contact community management for current schedule]
Standout feature: 30,000 sq ft clubhouse on 400 acres with on-site 18-hole executive golf course, driving range, pro shop, and gated 24-hour security
HarborView, Port Washington
Town/County: Port Washington, Nassau County
Age minimum: 55
Units: 270 total (125 single-family homes + 145 condominium units)
Price range (2026 resale): Approximately $628,000 to $1.1 million for condos; single-family homes command higher pricing (community average around $1.21 million)
HOA / common charge (monthly): Approximately $414 to $1,672 depending on unit type (community median around $1,364)
Standout feature: Walkability to Port Washington main street, St. Francis Hospital under one mile away, 35-minute LIRR to Manhattan, adjacent to Harbor Links Golf Course
Meadowbrook Pointe East Meadow
Town/County: East Meadow, Nassau County
Age minimum: 62
Units: 104 luxury attached villas (planned at full buildout)
Price range (2026): Approximately $665,000 to $759,000+ starting for new construction floor plans (961-1,394 sq ft); [VERIFY: sources conflict on whether community is sold out at buildout or still selling new construction — confirm with Beechwood sales office]
HOA / common charge (monthly): [VERIFY: current HOA range — Beechwood does not publish HOA fees publicly; contact Beechwood sales office for current schedule]
Standout feature: Proximity to Nassau University Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital, and major medical offices
The five best 55+ communities on Long Island
Meadowbrook Pointe, Westbury — This is the gold standard. Located at 1100 Corporate Drive in Westbury, right off the Meadowbrook Parkway, it was developed by Beechwood Homes and has 720 units across a mix of attached and detached luxury condos and townhomes. The clubhouse is 25,000 square feet — three pools (one climate-controlled indoor pool, two outdoor pools), a sports lounge with a bar, golf simulator, 24-hour manned gatehouse, and roving security. It's a resort.
Here's something most people don't know: Meadowbrook Pointe got permission from the Town of Hempstead to lower the age limit so that up to 20% of homeowners can be as young as 48 — the catch is they can't have school-age children living with them. So if you're an empty nester in your late 40s who's done with the big house, this is one of the few communities on the island that lets you in early. Watch the full Meadowbrook Pointe breakdown starting at the 3:00 mark.
Country Pointe Plainview — Another Beechwood development. If Meadowbrook Pointe is the resort, Country Pointe is the boutique hotel. Built on the former Grumman land in Plainview, this community has 660 homes with a state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, cafe, tennis, bocce ball courts, and walking trails that connect to Trail View State Park.
The standout feature: the development has its own retail plaza right next door — the Shops at Country Pointe — with ShopRite, restaurants, and other national retailers, all within walking distance. Beechwood announced in early 2024 that all 660 homes have been sold, so you're looking at the resale market. Original prices ranged from $650,000 to $1.9 million. This is the right fit if you want new construction quality, a residential feel, and built-in walkability to shops. See the full Country Pointe comparison at the 5:15 mark.
The Greens at Half Hollow, Melville — Crossing into Suffolk County, the most established 55+ community in the area is The Greens. Located at One Altessa Boulevard in Melville, right off Exit 50 of the LIE, this community opened in 2003. It's not new construction, but it's been refined and matured into one of the most sought-after addresses in Suffolk County for active adults.
There are 810 homes across condos, townhouses, and villas set on 400 rolling acres. The signature feature is an 18-hole executive golf course, plus a 30,000 square foot clubhouse, full fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, pickleball, bocce, and walking trails — all behind two security gates with 24-hour monitoring. The Greens is the move if you want a spread-out, country club feel with mature landscaping versus the brand-new resort vibe of the Beechwood developments. It's also a great option if your adult kids are in central or eastern Suffolk — the location sits right between the LIE and Northern State. Watch the full breakdown at the 7:15 mark.
If you're thinking about downsizing from a single-family home on Long Island, Eric Berman and his team at Compass Greater NY specialize in helping seniors and their families sequence the transition. Reach out at eric@ericbermanre.com, call 917-225-8596, or visit theericbermanteam.com.
HarborView, Port Washington — If you want to stay on the North Shore with water access, this is the one. Located at 2 Fairway Drive in Port Washington, directly across from Harbor Links Golf Course, HarborView is one of the most premium 55+ communities on the island — and the biggest selling point is pure location.
Down the street from Whole Foods. A few minutes from Main Street in Port Washington with all its shops, restaurants, and the movie theater. St. Francis Hospital is less than a mile away. Harbor Links Golf Course is directly across the street. And for seniors who want to stay close to New York City, the Long Island Railroad runs directly into Port Washington from Penn Station — your kids and grandkids can be there in 35 minutes from Manhattan.
HarborView has 270 units total — 145 luxury condominiums plus 125 single-family homes — with a clubhouse, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, and social rooms. The HOA is known for being well-run with active community events. Prices on resale are premium — it's Port Washington, it's North Shore, and that's reflected in the pricing. This is the right community for someone who wants walkability, proximity to NYC, hospital access, and a quieter North Shore vibe. Watch the HarborView section at the 9:15 mark.
Meadowbrook Pointe East Meadow — Don't confuse this with the original Meadowbrook Pointe in Westbury. This is a newer, smaller Beechwood community in East Meadow, and it's 62 and over — slightly older-skewing than the standard 55+. There are 104 luxury attached villas planned at full buildout, with construction starting in 2019 and still ongoing. Homes range from 961 to 2,284 square feet with brand-new construction, open floor plans, high ceilings, and granite or quartz counters.
The clubhouse is more modest — about 1,200 square feet with a fitness center, bar, lounge, and meeting space, plus an outdoor heated pool, patio, and gazebo. The reason this one makes the list is location: it's close to Nassau University Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital, and major medical offices. For anyone whose health access is a top priority, this community puts you within minutes of major care. It's also a more affordable entry point into a Beechwood-built community compared to Westbury or Plainview. See the East Meadow breakdown at the 11:00 mark.
What to think about before you choose
What's the real lifestyle you need? A community with a 30,000-square-foot clubhouse and a golf course is a different daily reality than a 100-home community with a modest clubhouse and a pool. Some people want the resort. Some people want quiet. Both are valid — they're just not the same.
Proximity to family. If your kids are in Manhattan, a community with easy LIRR access matters more than the amenities. If your kids are in central Suffolk, being in Plainview or Melville makes more sense than Port Washington. Map out where the people you love actually live before you fall in love with a clubhouse.
The real costs. HOA fees, common charges, special assessments — the purchase price is just the beginning. Make sure you understand the full monthly cost before you commit. If you're wondering how a long-held home sale affects your tax situation, you'll want to understand how capital gains tax works on a long-held Long Island home.
Is the community sold out or still building? Sold out means resale only, which means timing matters. A unit you love today might not be on the market tomorrow, and waiting six months for the right floor plan is a real possibility at Meadowbrook Pointe, Country Pointe, and HarborView.
Sell the house first or buy the new one first? This is probably the single biggest practical question for downsizing seniors. Selling before you have somewhere to land can leave you scrambling. Buying first can leave you carrying two mortgages. There are ways to sequence this properly, and that's where working with an agent who specializes in senior transitions makes the biggest difference. Most agents don't think about the sequencing problem — they just want the listing. But the order of operations can make or break the experience, financially and emotionally. Watch Eric explain the timing question at the 12:30 mark.
If you're weighing whether it even makes sense to move versus staying put, you might also want to read whether a Long Island senior should age in place or sell.
A word to the adult children
If you're the son or daughter watching this, let me say something directly to you.
The hardest part of this conversation isn't finding the right community. It's having the conversation in the first place. Most parents do not want to be told it's time to leave the house that they raised you in. That house has 30, 40, sometimes 50 years of memories stored inside of it.
Approach it patiently. Approach it as a partnership. The communities I just walked you through are not a step down — they're a different chapter. Active, social, lower maintenance, and often more enjoyable than rattling around in a four-bedroom house alone. When you frame it that way, the conversation goes a lot better.
Long Island has more 55+ communities than I could cover in a single post. The ones here — Meadowbrook Pointe in Westbury, Country Pointe Plainview, The Greens at Half Hollow in Melville, HarborView in Port Washington, and Meadowbrook Pointe East Meadow — are the names that come up over and over at the highest end of the active adult market. But the right one for you or your parent depends on lifestyle, location, family, and timing.
If you're thinking about making a move — for yourself or with a parent — I'll walk you through the options, help you figure out what the family home is worth today, and make sure the move happens in the right order. Reach out anytime at eric@ericbermanre.com, call or text 917-225-8596, or visit theericbermanteam.com.
FAQs
How much do 55+ communities cost on Long Island?
Prices at the five most established Long Island 55+ communities generally run from the low $600,000s at the entry level to well over $1.6 million at the top end, depending on community, unit type, and finish level. Meadowbrook Pointe East Meadow starts around $665,000 for new construction, and HarborView condos start around $628,000 on resale. Meadowbrook Pointe Westbury and Country Pointe Plainview resale typically run $765,000 to $1.4 million for 2-bedroom units. The Greens at Half Hollow in Suffolk County spans the widest range at approximately $699,000 to $1.6 million with a median around $1.15 to $1.26 million. Real-time pricing shifts constantly in this category; a current MLS check is the best starting point for any specific community.
What are HOA fees in a Long Island 55+ community?
HOA fees (also called common charges) at Long Island 55+ communities typically run from approximately $414 monthly at the entry level to well over $1,600 monthly at the top end, depending on the community's amenity level and unit type. HarborView Port Washington's published range is approximately $414 to $1,672 monthly with a community median around $1,364. Country Pointe Plainview's reported range is approximately $540 to $897. Communities with 30,000 square foot clubhouses, golf courses, and 24-hour security naturally carry higher fees than smaller communities with modest amenities. Fees don't include property taxes, which are billed separately by the county and can substantially exceed the HOA amount at the higher price bands.
Can someone under 55 live in a 55+ community?
Long Island 55+ communities operate under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA), which requires at least 80% of occupied units to have at least one resident age 55 or older. This means specific communities can permit some residents under 55 within that 20% carve-out. Meadowbrook Pointe Westbury notably obtained approval to lower its minimum age to 48 for a portion of homeowners, provided those homeowners don't have school-age children living with them. Rules vary by community; the specific policy for any specific community should be confirmed with community management.
Are there 55+ communities in Suffolk County?
Yes. The Greens at Half Hollow in Melville is the most established Suffolk County 55+ community and one of the largest, with 810 homes across condos, townhouses, and villas on 400 acres. Additional Suffolk County 55+ communities exist across Smithtown, Hauppauge, Bay Shore, and Riverhead areas, ranging from gated golf communities to smaller villa-style developments. Suffolk County 55+ communities typically run meaningfully lower price bands than Nassau County North Shore equivalents, though specific pricing varies substantially by community.
Do I have to sell my house before buying in a 55+ community?
Not necessarily, but the sequencing matters substantially. Selling before you have somewhere to land can leave you scrambling in temporary housing. Buying before you sell requires substantial capital availability or bridge financing and can leave you carrying two properties. Sale contingencies, rent-back arrangements at the closing of your existing home, and coordinated timelines are all tools that experienced senior transition agents use to manage the gap. The right approach depends on your specific financial situation, timeline flexibility, and the specific community you're targeting.
Is there a waitlist for Long Island 55+ communities?
Some communities operate active waitlists, some don't. HarborView Port Washington and Meadowbrook Pointe Westbury periodically operate waitlists for specific unit types when inventory is scarce. Country Pointe Plainview is sold out at buildout, so all activity is resale — no formal waitlist, but MLS alerts and agent connections matter substantially. The Greens at Half Hollow and Meadowbrook Pointe East Meadow both have specific unit availability patterns that shift over time. For any specific community, contacting management directly and working with an agent who has active relationships with the community produces meaningfully better positioning than passive MLS monitoring alone.
About Eric Berman
Eric Berman is a top 1% REALTOR with Compass Greater NY, helping buyers and sellers across Queens and Long Island navigate the market with clarity and confidence. A Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), he leads a full-service team based in Manhasset and delivers a high-touch, concierge-level experience from start to finish. To connect with Eric, visit theericbermanteam.com, email eric@ericbermanre.com, or call 917-225-8596.
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