Bellerose Terrace is a convenient neighborhood bordering Queens
Along the Queens border on Long Island, Bellerose Terrace is a Nassau County community where row houses and sidewalks line the streets. While the neighborhood is small geographically—it spans just 0.13 square miles—around 2,300 people call it home. Restaurants and shops are within walking distance, and access to the Cross Island Parkway and the Long Island Railroad make this a convenient spot for families and commuters. “Everything is nearby,” says Lata Awon, an associate broker with Compass Greater NY LLC, who has sold many homes in the area. “People like how easy it is to access transportation in this area.”
Some Bellerose Terrace homes feature colorful front yard gardens.
Highways and train tracks reduce walkability in parts of Bellerose Terrace.
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Row homes with lower prices than nearby Queens
Bellerose Terrace’s detached row houses line gridded streets. “They’re condensed, like in Queens,” Awon says. Mature trees dot front lawns, and sidewalks run throughout the neighborhood. Lots are small – typically under 1,500 square feet – and usually feature yards and screened-in front porches. Prices can range from $570,000 to $980,000, depending on the home’s size, age and condition. Since the neighborhood is in Nassau County, home prices are slightly lower than next door in Queens; however, property taxes are higher.
Bellerose Terrace spans just 0.13 square miles with a dense suburban layout.
Detached row homes dominate the housing stock in Bellerose Terrace.
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Access to Cross Island Parkway and Long Island Railroad
Transportation options surround Bellerose Terrace. The Cross Island Parkway cuts through the center of the community and can lead drivers to Manhattan. The Long Island Railroad’s Elmont-UBS Arena station sits along the neighborhood’s southern border and can lead into the city center and throughout Long Island. The highway and train tracks can affect this area’s walkability; however, Awon says that accessibility is a draw. “Some people work in the city, so being able to commute without driving any deeper is a draw,” she says. “You have access to the highway, train and buses.” Buses along Jamaica Avenue can lead throughout the area. For air travel, John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 9 miles south.
Elmont-UBS Arena LIRR station borders Bellerose Terrace and serves commuters and fans.
Islanders fans use the Elmont-UBS Arena LIRR station near Bellerose Terrace for easy access.
Jamaica Avenue buses help Bellerose Terrace residents get around without a car.
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Shopping and dining along Jericho Turnpike and Jamaica Avenue
Shopping and dining are concentrated around Jericho Turnpike and Jamaica Avenue, encompassing the neighborhood’s northern border. Residents can find a Food Universe Marketplace grocery store, a barber shop, a florist, restaurant options and more along this roadway. They can dine at Casa Margaritas, which serves Latin American food or grab a pie from Tandoori Pizza. Mateus’ Restaurant & Bar is another popular spot, specializing in Portuguese cuisine and seafood.
Mateus Restaurant & Bar near Bellerose Terrace serves Portuguese cuisine and seafood.
Food Universe Marketplace in Bellerose Terrace is a go-to for groceries and essentials.
Casa Margaritas is a new favorite for Latin American food in Bellerose Terrace.
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Two school districts serve Bellerose Terrace
Students attend the Floral Park-Bellerose Union Free School District, which gets an A from Niche, from prekindergarten to 6th grade. The district has two schools, both receiving A’s from Niche: Floral Park-Bellerose School and John Lewis Childs School. Students attend the Sewanhaka Central High School District for 7th to twelfth grade, which also receives an A. They can go to Floral Park Memorial High School, which earns an A-minus from Niche and offers dual enrollment courses with Nassau Community College.
Floral Park Memorial High School’s digital board keeps Bellerose Terrace students informed.
Floral Park Memorial High School’s main entrance serves Bellerose Terrace students.
Sunset over Floral Park-Bellerose School highlights the neighborhood’s peaceful vibe.
Floral Park-Bellerose School blends Victorian charm with modern facilities.
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Horse races at Belmont Park, hiking at Alley Pond and Cunningham parks
There are many parks around Bellrose Terrace. Just south of the neighborhood, the Belmont Park racetrack is the annual site of the Belmont Stakes Triple Crown championship and other horse races. The facility is under construction and will reopen in 2026. North of Bellerose Terrace, on the shore of Little Neck Bay, Alley Pond Park spans over 635 acres, with hiking trails through forests and meadows. The park also features an adventure ropes course for team building and cooperation, a playground, sports courts and fields, golf facilities and a nature center that focuses on conservation and environmental education. Nearby Cunningham Park also has sports facilities, including bocce courts and cricket fields, as well as hiking trails and mountain biking treks for various skill levels.
Belmont Park racetrack near Bellerose Terrace hosts the Belmont Stakes and other races.
Alley Pond Park in Oakland Gardens is a nature escape near Bellerose Terrace.
Alley Pond Park’s ropes course offers adventure near Bellerose Terrace.
Cunningham Park’s walking paths are popular with Bellerose Terrace residents.
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