University Gardens New York Map

About University Gardens, New York

University Gardens is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,110. The population density is 2898.0 people per km². University Gardens is located at 40.7773°N, 73.7226°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11021.

University Gardens unfolds as a verdant expanse, where the gentle slopes of Long Island's glacial topography offer a serene backdrop to its residential character. It lies 2.9 miles east-north-east of Bayside, NY (from Bayside, NY: bearing 78°T), and is situated 4.4 miles east-north-east of Queens. Mature trees, their branches reaching skyward in a silent testament to seasons past, create a dappled canopy that softens the sunlight filtering onto manicured lawns and winding streets. The air here carries a subtle, sweet scent, a mingling of blooming hydrangeas and the distant, salty breath of the Atlantic, hinting at the coastal proximity without the immediate embrace of crashing waves. Pockets of open green space, small parks and quiet cul-de-sacs, provide a sense of tranquil refuge, a place where the hurried pulse of the wider metropolis seems to recede, replaced by the rustle of leaves and the occasional cheerful call of a bird. Historically, University Gardens has drawn its identity from its proximity to academic institutions, fostering an environment of intellectual curiosity that subtly permeates the community's fabric. While not a hub of heavy industry, its local economy has long been intertwined with the support services and residential needs of the surrounding educational and professional landscape, a quiet engine of suburban life. The very name suggests a deliberate cultivation of a refined living space, a place where families could thrive amidst a well-ordered environment. Over the years, University Gardens has become a sought-after address for those who appreciate a peaceful, tree-lined existence, a locale that offers a distinct sense of belonging without being entirely removed from the vibrant cultural currents of the greater metropolitan area.

About This University Gardens Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of University Gardens, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.777324, -73.722631. 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 University Gardens and Nassau County.

Detailed location data for University Gardens includes the ZIP code (11020), telephone area code (718, 347, 929), county seat of Nassau County (Mineola), and school district assignment (Great Neck 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 University Gardens is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.