Amagansett

Overview for Amagansett, NY

663 people live in Amagansett, where the median age is 62.1 and the average individual income is $117,926. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

663

Total Population

62.1 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$117,926

Average individual Income

Welcome to Amagansett

Searching for Amagansett homes for sale? Nestled within the town of East Hampton, the picturesque town of Amagansett offers the glamor and sophistication of the Hamptons with a homespun charm. Amagansett’s charm stems from its quaint Main Street, stunning white sand beaches, and the exclusivity of being one of the Hampton’s smallest communities. The relaxed atmosphere of Amagansett has drawn some of the biggest names from Hollywood and popular music to its elegant and often historic homes.

Amagansett’s name is derived from a Native American term meaning ‘place of good water,’ and its glorious private beaches make it obvious how apt the name is. Nestled in the east end of Long Island’s South Fork, Amagansett is hidden away from the tourists who frequent other Hamptons’ beaches. The town attracts residents who desire privacy and seclusion while being within easy reach of New York City.

AMAGANSETT REAL ESTATE INSIGHTS

Deceptively huge lots lie hidden from the hamlet’s quiet streets. Amagansett homes are a mix of grand eighteenth and nineteenth-century designs and sleek modern residences, including eco-friendly palatial spaces utilizing innovative geothermal design techniques.

Houses built along Amagansett’s extensive waterfront stretches offer stunning views and instant access to beautiful white sand beaches. With the community positioned on a narrow strip of land at the east end of Long Island, every property here lies close to the ocean.

Amagansett’s tranquility and seclusion have made it a haven for the rich and famous, with property prices averaging $1,100 per square foot. Amagansett includes a stretch of Further Lane, along which lies one of the Hampton’s largest collection of opulent mansions. Amagansett contains dozens of properties worth more than $30 million. The most luxurious residences have previously sold for in excess of $100 million.

PEOPLE & LIFESTYLE

Amagansett has been home to some of the Hamptons’ most glamorous residents, including Scarlett Johansson, Jerry Seinfeld, Paul McCartney, Harvey Weinstein, Lorne Michaels, Gwyneth Paltrow, Chris Martin, Lou Reed, Matthew Broderick, Naomi Watts, and other entertainment industry superstars.

Amagansett has been a playground for Hollywood royalty since the 1950s, when Marilyn Monroe, Arthur Miller, and Randy Lerner summered here together. In 1998, Washington prestige joined Hollywood glamor when President Bill Clinton gave a radio address from the Amagansett Fire House and then visited Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger’s home in the Stony Hill section for dinner. President Clinton returned to play golf at the South Fork Country Club the following year, and Amagansett has since become a favored summer retreat of the Clintons.

Surrounded by nature reserves, The South Fork Country Club is a perfect example of Amagansett’s blend of nature, history and first-class contemporary luxury. The eighteen-hole course was expanded by renowned golfing architect Gil Hanse in 2000, doubling the size of the Amagansett institution that first opened in 1920.

Amagansett’s understated elegance is exemplified in its Main Street, a tree-lined historic district full of charming stores and quality restaurants. A farmer’s market lies a few streets to the north, offering fresh produce from the fertile Long Island soil. Amagansett’s history is celebrated in several charming museums, with the most well-known being Miss Amelia’s Cottage, an authentic early eighteenth century home filled with colonial-era furniture.

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Demographics and Employment Data for Amagansett, NY

Population Households Employment

Amagansett has 323 households, with an average household size of 2.02. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Amagansett do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 663 people call Amagansett home. The population density is 100.64 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

663

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

62.1

Median Age

40.72 / 59.28%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

323

Total Households

2.02

Average Household Size

$117,926

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Around Amagansett, NY

There's plenty to do around Amagansett, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

18

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

32

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wines by Morrell, Spring Close Farm, and SilichCore+.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Wines by Morrell page on Yelp Search 74 Montauk Hwy on Google Maps	Dining · $$$$	4.67 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Spring Close Farm page on Yelp Search 92 Spring Close Hwy on Google Maps	Dining	2.14 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the SilichCore+ page on Yelp Search 530 Montauk Hwy on Google Maps	Active	0.33 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars