Deer Park, Deer Park NY — neighborhood review

Deer Park, NY

Deer Park · NY 11729

Updated July 28, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$540K

Median Price

59/100

Walk Score

7.7/10

Schools

60 min

to Midtown Manhattan

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
77/100
CQuietness
60/100
D+Commute
55/100
C-Walkability
59/100
WYLT Score64/100

Our Take

Deer Park offers a solid suburban feel with strong schools, decent incomes, and a manageable commute to Manhattan. It’s a good fit for families and commuters who don’t mind driving, but the area is quite car‑dependent and nightlife options are limited.

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The Good

  • High‑rated public schools (most rated 9/10), Strong median household income relative to cost, Convenient 60‑minute commute to Midtown Manhattan, Suburban environment with ample parks and green space

Real Talk

  • !Car‑dependent; limited public transit options, Commute to Manhattan can be stressful during peak times, Not a nightlife hub – fewer restaurants and entertainment venues, Property taxes in Nassau County are among the highest in the nation
  • $High property tax burden, Potential HOA fees for certain developments, Home insurance costs can rise due to regional weather patterns

Best For

FamiliesCommuters to NYCRetirees looking for suburban calmDog owners

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Deer Park, NY

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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