$4,394,900
4 bd | 5 ba | 4,762 sqft
11980 E DESERT WILLOW Drive
Scottsdale, AZ, 85255
Yaphank, NY
Is Town Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Yaphank, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe526
Medium528
Low807
Other2096
87 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape32
Child involved31
Assault1
Other33
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a possible suspicious 911 hang-up and open line near Lawrence Lane and Wesley Lane in Ridge. On a third callback, someone reportedly answered by saying hello but did not respond to questions. | Lawrence Dr, Ridge, NY 11961 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a white Honda Civic apparently blocking a drive-through near Montauk Highway in Shirley. | Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance at a fast-food restaurant on Montauk Highway in Shirley involving a white Honda Civic that was apparently blocking the drive-through lane. The situation was later reported as under control. Separate radio traffic also mentioned an open-line hangup call from a location on Lawrence Lane in Ridge. | Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire department dispatched for a woman with chest pain near Starling Court off Humming Lane. | Briar Hill Ct, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received for a 64-year-old woman with respiratory distress and chest pain near Village Drive and Sheffield Boulevard. | Village Dr, Ridge, NY 11961 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible domestic disturbance at a residence near Artist Lake Drive in Middle Island, involving an 18-year-old caller and a 20-year-old brother who is reportedly breaking items inside the home. No weapons have been reported. | Artist Lake Dr, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised of a possible bank fraud complaint at a residence near Home Creek Drive and Grassmere in Medford. They were directed to contact a person named (person_name withheld) in front of the location. | Home Dr, Medford, NY 11763 | Fraud Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Eric Drive after a text-to-911 report that a landlord appeared to be acting strangely, seeing people who were not there, and was verbally aggressive. The subject is a female in her fifties. | Eric Dr, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible family disturbance near Nick Court and Yaphank Avenue involving a woman reportedly standing in front of a home and wearing a black sweatshirt. | Nick Ct, Yaphank, NY 11980 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported that people in a gray Mustang allegedly threw powder on the caller’s convertible in a parking lot near Montauk Highway and Velo Avenue in Shirley, with the Mustang last seen heading east on Montauk Highway. | Montauk Hwy, Shirley, NY 11967 | Property Damage |
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Median Home Price
$484,974
Average Rent
$5,450
Vacancy Rate
1.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Yaphank Town Center is a rural neighborhood in Yaphank, NY, with primarily small to medium townhomes and apartment complexes built mostly since 2000.
The vacancy rate is very low at 1.5%, indicating tight housing supply relative to demand, and homes are priced moderately compared to New York overall.
RuralLow VacancyUpper-Middle Income
Quick Facts
| First-Time Buyer Rank | Top 6.6% in NY |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Yaphank Town Center mainly consists of owner-occupied small to medium townhomes and apartment complexes, with many built since 2000.
| Owner Occupied | Majority of residences |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium townhomes and apartments |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 2000 or later |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Ranked in the top 6.6% of NY neighborhoods for first-time home buyers.
Families & Lifestyle
Yaphank Town Center stands out for its very low child poverty rate and is a good choice for first-time buyers and active retirees.
Low child poverty suggests strong economic stability for families.
The neighborhood supports a mix of lifestyles including retirees and first-time buyers.
Diverse and Stable — A mix of professional occupations and low poverty rates create a balanced community.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 41.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (86.3%)","Spanish (5.0%)","Russian (1.1%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (20.3%)","Irish (19.5%)","German (13.6%)","English (4.8%)","Polish (3.5%)","Hungarian (2.4%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with a commute time shorter than average Americans.
Yaphank Town Center residents primarily rely on private vehicles and enjoy relatively short commutes.
Short Commutes — 37.1% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Dependency — Over 80% drive alone, reflecting rural location and limited transit.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 81.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 13.9% |
Homes for sale near 11980
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$99,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,000 sqft
11980 E South Gratiot County Line Rd
Elsie, MI, 48831
$1,200,000
2 bd | 1 ba | 1,774 sqft
440 Yaphank Middle Island Road
Yaphank, NY, 11980
$359,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,526 sqft
11980 SW Elsinore Drive
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yaphank Town Center good for first-time home buyers?
Yes, it ranks in the top 6.6% of New York neighborhoods for first-time buyers with affordable prices and moderate appreciation.
What types of homes are common?
Mostly small to medium townhomes and apartment complexes built since 2000.