Roslyn Estates New York Map

About Roslyn Estates, New York

Roslyn Estates is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,405. The population density is 1358.0 people per km². Roslyn Estates is located at 40.7943°N, 73.6604°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11576.

Roslyn Estates unfolds as a verdant expanse where mature trees, their branches a filigree against the often-azure sky, cast dappled shadows on winding roads. It lies 3.3 miles north-north-west of North Hempstead, NY (from North Hempstead, NY: bearing 342°T), and is situated 7.8 miles east-north-east of Queens. The terrain here possesses a gentle, rolling character, a subtle undulation that hints at the glacial sculpting of the land, giving each home a sense of quiet prominence. Here, the air carries a certain crispness, especially in autumn when the leaves ignite in a riot of ochre and crimson, and the scent of damp earth and decaying foliage becomes a rich perfume. In summer, the hum of cicadas forms a constant, drowsy chorus, punctuated by the distant laughter of children and the occasional bark of a dog, weaving a peaceful soundtrack to daily life. The history of Roslyn Estates is intertwined with the broader narrative of Long Island's development, emerging from larger estates and farmlands that once dominated the landscape. Its roots reach back to a time when this region was a favored retreat from the burgeoning metropolis to the west, a place where fortunes were made and then, perhaps, spent on establishing elegant residences. The local economy, while no longer tethered to agriculture, retains a character of quiet prosperity, with many residents commuting to professional careers in nearby urban centers or benefiting from the established businesses within the hamlet and its immediate surroundings. A notable feature is the preservation of its leafy character, a conscious effort to maintain a semi-rural ambiance, a characteristic that distinguishes Roslyn Estates from many of its more densely developed neighbors. This commitment to green spaces and a certain understated elegance imbues Roslyn Estates with a timeless appeal.

About This Roslyn Estates Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Roslyn Estates, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.794267, -73.660407. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Roslyn Estates and Nassau County.

Detailed location data for Roslyn Estates includes the ZIP code (11576), telephone area code (516), county seat of Nassau County (Mineola), and school district assignment (Roslyn Union Free School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Roslyn Estates is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.