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Kensington, NY

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Population
1,278
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
128 ft
Median Home Value
$1,550,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$220,625
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Kensington

Kensington is a small, quiet village on Long Island's Great Neck peninsula, right along Manhasset Bay. Home to around 1,200 residents, it offers a peaceful suburban atmosphere within easy reach of New York City. Many people move here for the top-ranked Great Neck schools and the dedicated local police department, which helps give the neighborhood a safe, close-knit feel.

Village of Kensington gates, Great Neck, New York, Aug 29 2022

First developed in the early 1900s and inspired by London's Kensington Gardens, the community is filled with historic homes, mature trees, and gentle winding roads. Residents enjoy exclusive access to a private village pool and park complex right on the water, alongside a quick commute into Manhattan from the nearby Great Neck train station. It is a charming spot for anyone seeking quiet residential living paired with convenient suburban amenities.

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