Great Neck, NY

The Good

• ✓Excellent public schools with a 7.4 average rating
• ✓Fast 29‑minute commute to Midtown Manhattan
• ✓Affluent community with upscale amenities
• ✓Quiet, family‑oriented suburban environment

Real Talk

• !Very high housing costs—median home price is $710,500 and rent tops $2,000
• !Public transit is limited; most residents rely on cars
• !Property taxes and local services are expensive
• !Walkability is moderate; you’ll need a car for most errands
• $High property taxes
• $Costly home maintenance and insurance in an affluent area
• $Expensive local utilities and services

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