The City of Glen Cove been sought after on Long Island’s North Shore for over a century. Its history dates back to the nineteenth century when steamboats provided service from New York City. In the 1860s the railroad was extended to the city, and the community began attracting affluent families like F.W. Woolworth, Charles Pratt, and J.P. Morgan. With gorgeous views of Manhattan Island and Long Island Sound, the gently rolling hills of Glen Cove was an ideal place to build a spacious mansion, and many of these stately structures remain part of the city’s historic architecture. Today Glen Cove is a fantastic place to call home, as it has many advantages. Glen Cove has its own EMS, fire, police, public works, and school district. Residents enjoy an abundance of recreation options with public beaches, city and county parks, fishing, swimming, and three nearby golf courses. Shopping and dining are also easy to come by as is the Long Island Expressway, the ferry, and the Long Island Railroad. Nearly 27,000 people reside in this remarkable city, and perhaps you would like to join them. Real estate opportunities and architectural styles in Glen Cove are diverse. From modest starter homes to expansive mansions, if you would like to learn more about homes for sale in Glen Cove, Long Island, please contact us today.
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