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Shared school districts and festivals in a singular South Shore hamlet
In the minds of many Long Islanders, Bellmore is a hamlet that comes paired with its surrounding communities. The canals and inlets that creep inland from its southern bay define it as the waterfront South Shore half of The Bellmores. “You hear people say Bellmore-Merrick,” says Robin Reiss, a licensed real estate salesperson at Douglas Elliman who lives in neighboring Merrick and has specialized in both hamlets for over 17 years. “We’re tied together in so many ways. I think the high school district is where that marriage begins.” The many inter-hamlet connections of Bellmore’s businesses, schools and community organizations create a network of suburban conveniences, woven seamlessly into the quiet blocks of single-family homes, from the waterway-strewn bayfront to the northernmost blocks abutting major Long Island parkways.
Some of the most luxurious real estate can be found in the southern part of Bellmore.
Bellmore is a wonderful neighborhood replete with cute cul-de-sacs and great schools.
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Single-family homes on Bellmore’s coastal blocks
Over a century of coastal suburban development has filled Bellmore with a variety of housing styles. “Bellmore is a pricier town,” says Sherry Krapf, an associate broker at Signature Premier Properties who specializes in homes throughout Long Island. “If a buyer asked me to find something for $500,000, I could maybe find a two-bedroom cottage — something that people tear down to build something new, more likely than not.” Small houses, including cottages, Cape Cods and ranch-style homes built from the prewar era through 1960s, sell for $550,000 to $870,000. Homes built since the 1970s with more square footage, including bi-levels, colonials and occasional new traditional construction from the past couple of decades, sell for $800,000 to $1.7 million. Sidewalks connect the hamlet from its canal-broken southern waterfronts to the longer, landlocked blocks farther north. Bellmore has a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, well below the national average of 4.
Hi-ranch style homes adorn the streets of Bellmore.
The Cape Cod style home can be found throughout Bellmore.
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Town of Hempstead parks and boating on the South Shore
As rich as it is in narrow, connected waterways, Bellmore is a hub for anyone looking to spend long days exploring the bays of the South Shore. Plenty of boaters get out on connected creeks, channels and bays from private backyard docks. Repair and docking services are available at nearby marinas, including Doc Side Marine. Permitted boaters can also launch from Wantagh Park’s marina or boat slip, including the kayakers exploring the connected waterways of the South Shore Blueway Trail.
Those wanting to enjoy waterfront views away from the bay can head to Mill Pond Park, looking out over the central pond from the paved Adam D. Rand Memorial Trail that winds past trees along the waterway. Newbridge Road Park has all the elements of a classic community park, from its two playgrounds and fenced-in dog parks to multiple pickleball and basketball courts and baseball fields. More unique are the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, open to all Town of Hempstead residents through the warmer months, and the Newbridge Arena, an indoor ice-skating rink that welcomes free skaters and members of Northbridge youth hockey leagues throughout the year. Smaller parks like East Bay Park offer space to hit the basketball and tennis courts or play on the playground.
Beautiful waterfront homes in the south of Bellmore.
Launch your boat from Doc Side Marine in Bellmore.
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Food-industry education at Kennedy High
Most kids are zoned for Bellmore Public Schools, and they can start at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center for prekindergarten through second grade, which does not currently have a rating from Niche. Winthrop Avenue School serves third through fourth grades and earns an A, as does Shore Road School, which has fifth through sixth grades. Students then enter the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District, starting at Grand Avenue Middle School for seventh through eighth grades and finishing up at John F. Kennedy High School, both of which earn an A-plus. Beyond continuing the district’s reputation for academic excellence, Kennedy High is also home to Bellmore-Merrick's Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program, preparing students for careers in the food industry. Kids living toward the northern edge of Bellmore attend North Bellmore and Bellmore-Merrick schools with similarly high Niche grades.
Grand Ave Middle School serves 870 students in Bellmore.
John F Kennedy High School serves students in grades 9-12.
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The Bellmore Family Street Festival
Side streets fill with cars each September, the sidewalks packed with visitors heading to the annual Bellmore Family Street Festival. Classic carnival ambiance fills the hamlet’s fairgrounds, which stretch from the parking lot of the Bellmore Long Island Rail Road Station through the heart of Bellmore Village along Bedford and Pettit avenues and Broadway. The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores is responsible for bringing together enough vendors, food trucks and rides to keep the festivities going across four days each year.
Commuting to New York City on the parkway and LIRR
Commuters start north on Wantagh State Parkway toward the Long Island Expressway on the 38-mile drive to Manhattan. John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 20 miles away. From the Bellmore Long Island Rail Road Station, Penn Station is a 50-minute train ride away. Limited bus service is available from stops along Merrick Road thanks to the Nassau Inter-County Express.
Travel from Bellmore to the rest of Long Island via the Wantagh State Parkway.
Take a train to NYC from the Bellmore LIRR station.
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Shopping and dining on Merrick Road and Bedford Avenue
Four lanes of traffic make up Merrick Road, taking drivers past dozens of businesses ranging from PetSmart to small medical care centers and physical therapy offices. North of Sunrise Highway on Bedford Avenue, shoppers can enjoy more of a village shopping experience, walking down wide sidewalks to boutique salons, the barber shop or the local movie theater, The Bellmore Playhouse. The King Kullen supermarket is nearby for groceries. Restaurants pop up along both shopping strips, including The Morning Rose Cafe, known for a cozy ambiance and an all-day breakfast menu that justify its long weekend waitlists. Matteo’s is a favorite for sit-down Italian cuisine served on a white tablecloth, while Kashi curates a cool, modern vibe at the sushi bar. Bellmore’s several houses of worship are equally as diverse, with congregations regularly gathering at St. Barnabas the Apostle Roman Catholic Church and the Congregation Beth Ohr synagogue.
Spend the day shopping and dining at Bellmore Village, the heart of Bellmore's community.
Pick up some groceries from King Kullen in Bellmore.
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Flooding on Bellmore’s canals and waterways
Higher-risk flood zones cover streets along Bellmore’s southern canals and waterways. Flood insurance is a fact of life for homeowners in this area, and some may choose to raise their houses to reduce fees and risk.
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Parks in this Area
Mill Pond Park and Adam D Rand Memorial Trail
Wynsum Avenue Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Wantagh Park
Randy Lane Park
Playground
Newbridge Road Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
East Bay Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Meroke Preserve
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
26 min drive
Train
Bellmore Station
Bus
Merrick Rd & Argyle Pl
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Merrick Rd & Bedford Ave
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Merrick Rd & Bellmore Ave
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Merrick Rd & Newbridge Rd
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Merrick Rd & Farmers Ave
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Merrick Rd & Park Pl
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Merrick Rd & Centre Ave.
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.147 Reviews
3.0Niche User
6/8/2016Niche Review
The demographic of this area is very select and everyone here feels very entitled. Little real world exposure to the world and struggles people face and disregard for everyone but themselves.
4.0Niche User
4/6/2015Niche Review
there are plenty of stores. You can always find what you are looking for.
4.0Niche User
4/6/2015Niche Review
It's very safe in our neighborhood.
4.0Niche User
6/8/2016Niche Review
Police do a very good job, but recently there have been many robberies and break ins into cars
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bellmore
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bellmore Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bellmore, Long Island sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Bellmore, Long Island over the last 12 months is $760,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,930
Median Age
43
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$154,282
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$180,199
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
College Graduates
55.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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