Commack New York: a Great Community to Raise a Family

by Craig Axelrod
November 2, 2009



Commack New York, located on Long Island, is home to roughly 38,000 people. Spanning more than 12 square miles, this community is named from the Secatogue Indians who called this region “Winnecomac” meaning “Pleasant Lands.”

Commack is conveniently serviced by 4 major roadways: the the Sunken Meadow State Parkway, Northern State Parkway, Jericho Turnpike and the Long Island Expressway . This creates easy access without the feeling of being buried in a major metro area.

Over the years, a number of celebrities have emerged from Commack. Sportscaster Bob Costas, as well as Rosie O'Donnell both hail from Commack. Eddie McGee of Big Brother and pitcher Pete Harnisch also come from Commack.

With hundreds of businesses, ranging from large companies and retailers such as Costco, Best Buy and others, to small businesses and retailers of all sorts, Commack has all of the things you might need. Whether you're looking for acupuncturists, accountants or adjusters to x-ray companies, youth organizations and yarn retailers, Commack has at all.

The new houses in Commack are beautiful and spacious. Homes, such as those offered by Emmy Homes, range from 3000 to 4000 ft.², offer great energy efficient features, spacious layouts and beautiful new communities. With Energy Star rated new construction, these Commack homes are environmentally friendly, visually pleasing and offer a great place to live.

In addition to its wonderful communities, Commack offers great schools districts. With four primary schools, two intermediate schools, one middle school and one high school, Commack delivers a robust education opportunity to its families.

As you hunt for new homes in Commack, make sure you find a beautiful house, one that is energy efficient, well built and inviting. Rest assured, buying real estate in Commack, with all the Commack offers, is a wise move for your family.