North Hempstead

Lake Success, North Hempstead Neighborhood

Nestled amid rolling hills and tree-lined streets, Lake Success offers a serene, close-knit community renowned for its stately homes, generous lot sizes, and mid-century architecture. Residents enjoy exclusive village amenities, lush green spaces, and a welcoming, neighborly spirit that makes Lake Success truly feel like home.

Lake Success is a tranquil village offering diverse transportation options, including nearby bus lines that provide convenient public transit access. The community supports easy access to numerous local businesses, including grocery stores, clothing retailers, and restaurants, ensuring daily needs are well met. Educational opportunities abound with public and private schools available throughout the area. The housing market primarily consists of spacious single detached homes, featuring three to four or more bedrooms, creating ample living space. The peaceful environment and well-established residential character make this village an attractive place to settle, combining calm surroundings with practical amenities for everyday living.

Lake Success is a village to buy a home in for those who prefer a laid-back ambience. Lake Success is relatively quiet, since there are few pedestrians; however noise levels are higher closer to Long Island Expy.

Highlights of Lake Success

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Lake Success Village Park

Nestled in the heart of the neighborhood on Vanderbilt Drive, this beautifully maintained park features tennis courts, a playground, and scenic walking paths, making it a favorite outdoor gathering spot for families and residents of Lake Success.

🏫 Great Neck South High School

Located right in Lake Success on Polo Road, this highly rated public high school is a cornerstone of the community, known for its academic excellence and robust selection of extracurricular activities and competitive sports teams.

🍽️ Lake Success Shopping Center Dining

Situated on Marcus Avenue, the Lake Success Shopping Center offers a convenient cluster of eateries including Bagel Boss and Chipotle, providing diverse dining options that are popular with both locals and visitors.

🛒 The Lake Success Shopping Center

At the crossroads of Marcus Avenue and Lakeville Road, this bustling shopping complex serves as a commercial hub for the neighborhood, featuring essential retailers, grocery stores, specialty shops, and everyday conveniences.

🚴 Lake Success Golf Club

Occupying a scenic expanse on Vanderbilt Drive, this private 18-hole golf course and country club is known for its lush, well-manicured grounds and offers golf, tennis, dining, and social events exclusively to members and residents.

A North Hempstead Neighborhood

This November in Lake Success

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

November 1, 2026

Harvest Festival and Family Fireworks Celebration

Steppingstone Park, Great Neck • 2:00 PM–6:00 PM

This free-with-park-card seasonal celebration is a convenient nearby outing for Lake Success families, with live music, food vendors, children’s activities, and a fireworks finale. Steppingstone Park is only a short drive from North Hempstead neighborhoods, making it an easy way to welcome November outdoors.

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November 1, 2026

Shireinu Choir of Long Island Charity Walk

Great Neck Plaza Town Hall • 9:00 AM

Residents can join a family-friendly one-mile walk through Great Neck Plaza while supporting local music and the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County. It offers a meaningful community activity close to Lake Success, with an accessible format for children, adults, and multigenerational groups.

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November 8, 2026

Games Day

Great Neck Library Main Library Community Room • 11:30 AM–4:00 PM

This all-ages library program brings together retro gaming, board games, virtual reality, giant games, giveaways, and prizes. It is especially practical for Lake Success families looking for an indoor weekend activity nearby, with options designed for children, teens, adults, and mixed-age groups.

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November 12, 2026

Painted Fall Pillar Candles Workshop

Great Neck Library Lakeville Branch • 7:00 PM

Adults from Lake Success can enjoy a hands-on seasonal craft without traveling far from home. The Lakeville Branch workshop offers a relaxed way to create autumn décor, meet fellow residents, and spend an evening at a familiar neighborhood library during the cooler November season.

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November 13–15, 2026

Anastasia: The Musical

John L. Miller Great Neck North High School • 7:00 PM Friday and Saturday; 3:00 PM Sunday

This local school production gives North Hempstead residents an affordable, close-to-home theater option featuring student performers and a familiar Great Neck venue. Families, students, and theater fans in Lake Success can enjoy a full musical production without traveling into Manhattan or farther across Long Island.

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November 19, 2026

The Dessert Table: 100 Joyful Jewish Sweets

Temple Beth-El of Great Neck • 7:00 PM–8:30 PM

Gold Coast Arts presents an engaging author conversation about Jewish desserts, family celebrations, and culinary traditions from communities around the world. For Lake Success residents, it is a nearby cultural and food-focused evening that combines storytelling, local community connection, and a book-inclusive ticket option.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Lake Success

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Lake Success

Neighborhood Characteristics

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