How The Northwind Group is empowering residents, one community at a time
There’s nothing better than community. Whether it’s taking your dog for a walk with your loved ones, playing golf with friends, or simply borrowing something from a neighbor, our relationships in the community run through the core of our home and lifestyle. It’s inevitable that lifestyles change as we grow older, and many of the ‘55 and better’ age group are looking for communities that provide tranquility and enable a more relaxed lifestyle.
Passionate about creating thriving communities, The Northwind Group is a developer of luxury townhomes and apartments throughout Long Island, New York. Its active adult communities seamlessly blend luxury design and fine craftsmanship with unique amenities and services to create one-of-a-kind developments. With top quality, unique homes and amenities, The Northwind Group’s communities empower people to enjoy the lifestyle of their dreams without worrying about the day-to-day chores of homeownership.
Founded in 2000, by its current owner, Jim Tsunis, The Northwind Group has established a strong foothold and reputation for delivering creative communities that go beyond the scope of excellence in the Long Island area. To create such spaces, the team emphasize stress-free leisure and activity along with unique styles and cohesive integration with natural surroundings. The company’s impressive track record includes over 500 completed multifamily homes with over 600 apartments and condominiums currently under construction.
As members of the Long Island Builders Institute for over 20 years, the company’s multi-faceted team of professionals utilizes its unique strengths to design concepts that transform a more relaxed lifestyle from a dream into a reality. The Northwind Group even boasts a team of award-winning maintenance staff to meticulously care for a community’s gardens all year round, reinforcing the company’s commitment to aesthetic appeal.
Let’s explore The Northwind Group further by delving into some of the company’s recently completed and upcoming communities. Currently under construction and available for sale, The Preserve at Indian Hills in Fort Salonga, Northport is a community for ‘the 55 and better’ demographic. These three-bedroom town homes, which include a spacious living room, expansive dining room, and a well-appointed kitchen, are situated within a waterfront golf course that maximizes the most scenic views in Long Island. The homes also include a ground-floor master bedroom with an en-suite bath and large walk-in closet, all complete with modern design touches that reflect the New England aesthetic.
Impressive amenities
Promising to deliver ‘the Northwind difference,’ Overbay Apartments is a luxury maritime apartment complex in Port Jefferson that is available to all ages. The community is a stone’s throw from village shops, gourmet restaurants, and scenic parks, as well as the serene Port Jefferson Harbor. The boutique apartments feature spacious master bedroom suites, luxurious bathrooms with rain head shower fixtures, stylish kitchens, high-quality appliances, and most even boast a private balcony to soak in the views. Residents benefit from on-site amenities like an underground parking garage, private mailroom, high-tech fitness room, and a lounge area, alongside modern features like elevator access to all floors and keyless access to the main building and individual apartments. Also included is a complimentary breakfast treat and coffee Monday through Friday for those residents on the go!
Surrounded by amenities, The Preserve at Smithtown is a ‘55 and better’ rental community of boutique luxury apartments. Located in the central yet picturesque hamlet of Nesconset, the community is a short distance from Long Island’s East End and just an hour from New York City. Situated on 23 acres, The Preserve at Smithtown offers secure, modern living with a plethora of amenities to complement residents’ active lifestyles. Amenities include a fitness center, state-of-the-art club house, an outdoor lounge with fire pits, pickleball court, walking trails, an outdoor swimming pool, and a pet park. If that’s not enough, members of the community also enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and coffee in the clubhouse every Monday to Friday.
Similarly, Middle Country Meadows in Selden, offers refined living amidst the American Shopping Plaza, marrying tranquil lifestyles with proximity to luxury upscale boutique shopping. Residents can choose from two types of properties in Middle Country Meadows: expansive two-story town homes with a garage and basement, or sophisticated garden apartments. However, all residences include modern features like walk-in closets, zero-entry showers, fireplaces, and flatscreen TVs. The community is completed by a grand clubhouse, outdoor pool, fitness center, putting greens, billiard room, and a large space for social gatherings. 
New approach
Both The Preserve at Smithtown and Middle Country Meadows are set for completion in 2025, and the company has also broken ground on 70 upscale senior rentals in East Moriches, The Preserve at East Moriches. Construction of Mount Sinai Meadows is also underway, with plans to complete 140 apartments in the second half of 2026.
The Northwind Group has recently embarked on a new type of community by providing 30 affordable town homes that will only be available to purchase by buyers randomly selected through a lottery system. Bayport Gardens will be in Bayport, which is often considered one of Long Island’s hidden treasures. However, income caps will determine eligibility to offer affordable opportunities to live in a prime community. Conveniently located near restaurants, stores, and entertainment amenities, as well as major highways, Bayport Gardens is ideal for anyone looking to take advantage of some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and the 316-acre San Souci Nature preserve.
With several luxury communities in its portfolio and more projects underway in 2025, The Northwind Group is sure to continue offering thoughtfully designed high-quality residences that cater to a variety of lifestyles. Whether it’s luxury townhouses for active adults, boutique apartments in vibrant locations, or affordable housing opportunities, each development reflects the company’s dedication to excellence, comfort, and convenience. The company’s proven track record of creating dynamic communities is redefining what it means to live in a community and will shape the future of Long Island residency in 2025 and beyond.