Heritage Westminster
111 Hempstead Tpke,
West Hempstead, NY 11552
$3,000 - $6,628
Studio - 3 Beds
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
Hofstra University - Hempstead, NY Area Guide
Superb academic opportunities and easy access to NYC
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Hofstra University has been a fixture among the New York City metropolitan area’s academic community since 1935. The university has the rare distinction of holding accreditation in 24 different fields, and ranks highly in both quality and value. In addition to its legacy of exceptional education and research opportunities, Hofstra is recognized as a pioneer in creating accessible campus architecture as well as hosting presidential debates in three consecutive election cycles. Residential neighborhoods surround the university, with many of the local apartments, condos, and rental houses offering easy access to Hofstra, the nearby shopping centers to the north, and the town center. The Hofstra campus sits roughly a mile and a half east of downtown Hempstead, and the route along Fulton Avenue is lined with restaurants and corner grocery stores. Hofstra is just a short drive or train ride from New York City’s endless array of entertainment and cultural attractions as well as the beaches of Long Island’s coastline.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Hempstead, NY is $1,634 for a studio, $1,944 for one bedroom, $2,651 for two bedrooms, and $3,361 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hempstead has increased by 1.4% in the past year.
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Studio
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551 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,634/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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707 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,944/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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931 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,651/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,152 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,361/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hofstra University - Hempstead, NY (University) is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Hofstra University - Hempstead, NY (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
70
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
70
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
50
/ 100
Good Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
70
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Hofstra University - Hempstead, NY (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere at Times
Vibrancy
40
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
Extremely Noisy
Quiet Score
10
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-12
2,001 Students
Barack Obama Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
439 Students
Jackson Main Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
438 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,144 Students
Public
Grades K-5
359 Students
Public
Grades K-12
2,001 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
622 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,144 Students
Alverta B Gray Schultz Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
748 Students
Public
Grades K-12
2,001 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,144 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,878 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hofstra University Arboretum
- Long Island Children's Museum
- Hempstead Lake State Park
- Old Westbury Gardens
- Clark Botanic Garden
Transit / Subway
Airports
- John F Kennedy International
- LaGuardia
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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