Living in Northport Village, NY

A Local Guide by The Donofrio Team, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Welcome to Northport, one of the North Shore's most picturesque waterfront villages, known for its historic Main Street, working harbor, and small-town charm within the Town of Huntington. Whether you're buying your first home, relocating to Long Island, or simply want to know what makes this village special, The Donofrio Team at Douglas Elliman is here as your local guide.

Northport is an incorporated village on Long Island's North Shore, located within the Town of Huntington in Suffolk County. It sits along the sheltered waters of Northport Harbor and Long Island Sound, bordered by Centerport to the west and East Northport/Fort Salonga to the east, with the Town of Smithtown just beyond. Its main ZIP code is 11768. Northport was the first village in the Town of Huntington to formally incorporate, doing so in 1894, and its Victorian-era Main Street still runs downhill from the Village Green to the harbor front, a layout that has changed remarkably little in well over a century.

Northport's housing stock reflects its long history as a maritime village, from Victorian and antique homes near the harbor to mid-century capes, colonials, and contemporary construction spread across its wooded hills. You'll find a mix of:

•      Historic Victorian, colonial, and antique homes within walking distance of Main Street and the harbor

•      Traditional capes, ranches, and colonials on the rolling hills that make up much of the village and surrounding area

•      Waterfront and water-view properties along Northport Harbor and Long Island Sound, some with private docks

•      A range of condo and townhome communities for buyers looking for more low-maintenance living

The village is served by the Northport–East Northport Union Free School District, which also serves nearby communities and is known locally for strong academic offerings, arts programs, athletics, and advanced coursework.

Notable schools include:

•      Northport High School, particularly noted for its Advanced Placement course offerings and robust arts and athletics programs

•      East Northport Middle School

•      Ocean Avenue Elementary School

•      Additional elementary schools serving the district's Northport and East Northport zones

Families are also drawn to Northport for the district's strong graduation rates and track record of sending students on to competitive colleges, which is part of why the village carries such a strong reputation with North Shore buyers.

Main Street in Northport Village runs from the Village Green down to the harbor, lined with restaurants, cafés, and ice cream parlors that make the most of the waterfront setting.

•      🦞 Skippers, A Northport staple for over 40 years, offering waterfront dining with sweeping harbor views and coastal Long Island dishes.

•      🐟 Harbor House Northport, A cozy, historical venue on Main Street decorated with harbor memorabilia, serving modern seafood, homemade ravioli, and burgers.

•      🍕 Vito's, A local go-to for pizza, the kind of spot where you enter as a guest but leave as family.

•      🍦 The Northport luncheonette, Serving the village since 1929, known for homemade ice cream, old-fashioned fountain sodas, BLTs, and hamburgers.

•      🥘 Tap & Tapas, A Spanish-inspired spot-on Main Street known for shared plates and a lively, rustic atmosphere.

•      🍝 La Porta, An Italian favorite for wood-fired pizza and homemade pasta.

•      ☕ Moksha Café, A cozy neighborhood coffee shop locals describe as a hidden gem.

•      🎭 The John W. Engeman Theater, not a restaurant, but a can't-miss part of a night out: a beautifully restored Art Deco theater on Main Street built in 1912, offering live musicals and performances year-round.

Downtown Northport is built for strolling, with Main Street still bearing the trolley tracks laid in the early 1900s as visitors and locals wander past shops old and new:

•      Main Street boutiques, an eclectic mix of antique shops, clothing stores, gift shops, and home goods

•      Del Vino Vineyards, a family-owned winery just outside the village offering scenic hilltop views and a full winery experience

•      Cow Harbor Day, Northport's signature annual event held each September, typically featuring a parade, live entertainment, and community festivities

•      Seasonal farmers markets and summer concerts in the park, which keep the Village Green busy throughout the warmer months

•      Northport Village Park, A beautifully landscaped green space along the harbor featuring a bandstand, playground, picnic areas, and a beloved antique carousel

•      Cow Harbor Park, Another harbor front green space popular for its water views and community events

•      Northport Memorial Park, Anchors the waterfront with open space, walking paths, seating areas, and scenic harbor views

•      Crab Meadow Beach, Offering Sound-front sand, swimming, and sunbathing just outside the village

•      Steers Beach & Lighthouse, Home to the Steers Beach Lighthouse, built in 1857 to guide ships into Northport Harbor

•      LIRR service via the Northport station on the Port Jefferson Branch, connecting to Penn Station/Manhattan (roughly 75–90 minutes)

•      Convenient access to major roadways: Route 25A (Fort Salonga Road), the Northern State Parkway, and the LIE (I-495)

•      Close to Centerport, East Northport, and the rest of the North Shore for weekend exploring

•      A short drive to the Sound's beaches and harbors, with the North Fork wine country farther east

•      A genuine, walkable Main Street with year-round energy, restaurants, live theater, and community events like Cow Harbor Day

•      A deep maritime history, with roots dating to the Matinecock people and 17th-century settlement, first as Great Cow Harbor and later Red Hook, before becoming Northport in 1837

•      Waterfront access at Northport Harbor and Long Island Sound, including beaches, marinas, and a still-working harbor

•      A distinctive Victorian streetscape, complete with early-1900s trolley tracks still visible on Main Street

•      Strong arts and culture, anchored by the historic John W. Engeman Theater and the Northport Historical Society & Museum, housed in the former Carnegie Library

Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading for more space, or looking for a waterfront retreat, having the right local guide makes all the difference. The Donofrio Team at Douglas Elliman knows Northport inside and out, and can help you find the home that fits your life.

Contact The Donofrio Team

Joseph Donofrio

631.831.2121

1772 East Jericho Tpke, Huntington, NY 11743

✉ [email protected]

Valerie Labianca

631.793.2255

1772 East Jericho Tpke, Huntington, NY 11743