Melville
Neighborhood Reviews
New developments and historic Colonials
"There have been lots of home renovations," explains Cawley. These renovated homes are typically four-bedroom, three-bathroom ranches or colonials, with a few remaining mid-century modern builds. Larger homes with postmodern architecture are entering the scene with new construction, such as the current Dix Hills development by the home builder, Toll Brothers. There's a slight price difference between the two communities. Melville's homes have a higher average asking price than Dix Hills, which is just over $1 million on average, says Cawley.Academic and athletic opportunities at Half Hollow Hills high schools
Families with children are drawn to the area for the top-rated Half Hollow Hills School District. Across the district are two high schools, two middle schools and five elementary schools spread across Melville and Dix Hills. Both high schools — Half Hollow Hills High School East and West — are situated in Dix Hills. There are more than 25 Advanced Placement courses and partnerships with universities, including Stony Brook University and Long Island University, to offer students the chance to take college-level courses. Learners can also study engineering in connection with the Rochester Institute of Technology "Project Lead the Way" program. Competitive athletics programs are also part of the Half Hollows Hills reputation. The high schools have won championships in golf, soccer, track, fencing, basketball, badminton and swimming.Parks with butterflies and baseball
Melville's natural beauty is thanks in part to bountiful parkland. The West Hills Nature Preserve sprawls along the north side. While the west side offers Dr. Jeffrey Wenig Memorial Park and Butterfly Park. Butterfly Park has a small pond and is tucked between residential areas. And along the western border, Pine Ridge Conservation Area offers winding trails among dense, pristine woods. In Dix Hills, pocket parks are great places for playground visits and athletic games, such as Otsego Park, where locals gather for Little League Baseball games in the spring.Fall is an especially great time to visit White Post Farms of Melville. Pick pumpkins, go on a hayride, and feed animals of the farm and exotic kind. There's a locally famous giraffe, zebras, llamas and lemurs. Children can ride ponies, jump in bounce houses and snack on yummy autumn treats like roasted corn and apple cider.
Locally owned restaurants with global flavors
Broadhollow Road bisects Melville and is its commercial artery. It's where you'll find a string of great eateries, from American steakhouses to Asian bistros. The Refuge offers a creative twist on Latin American and Italian classics amid rustic decor. Try the ropa vieja nachos or the volcano mushroom truffle pizza for something fresh and delicious. The variety continues when dining out in Dix Hills. Eclectic restaurants line East Jericho Turnpike on the neighborhood's northern border. Savory Afghani kebabs are on the menu at Kabul Afghan Restaurant. It's all-American comfort foods at the Dix Hills Diner, where the cheesecake is mmm mmmm magnificent. If you're into shopping, it's less than two miles to the popular Walt Whitman Shops in South Huntington. The high-end shopping mall is stacked with upscale department stores and places to sit down and dine.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Stella Shenker
Stella Shenker
Coldwell Banker American Homes
(516) 980-3499
31 Total Sales
1 in Melville
$350,000 Price
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Marcia November
Marcia November
M November Realty Inc
(516) 518-2242
29 Total Sales
1 in Melville
$575,000 Price
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Fran Mazer
Fran Mazer
Compass Greater NY LLC
(516) 558-5980
150 Total Sales
7 in Melville
$728K - $1.7M Price Range
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Richard Krug
Richard Krug
Coldwell Banker American Homes
(516) 400-4970
142 Total Sales
1 in Melville
$600,000 Price
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Joanne Fiori
Joanne Fiori
Realty Connect USA LLC
(516) 518-9377
41 Total Sales
1 in Melville
$1,140,000 Price
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Raj Jaggi
Raj Jaggi
Responds QuicklyVORO LLC
(516) 518-6053
589 Total Sales
6 in Melville
$585K - $2.2M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
West Hills County Park
Whitman Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Tennis
West Hills Dog Park
Arboretum Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Terry Farrell Park
William E. Kessler Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Multi-Purpose Field
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Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/5/2017
Niche Review
Amazing neighborhood to grow a family in, especially with the amazing school district. Crime is very low and unlikely.
11/23/2019
Niche Review
Melville is a great place to raise a family. It's very safe and the schools are also great. Everything is about 5-10 minutes away such as the mall, drugstore, gym,restaurants,gas stations, and schools.
1/14/2016
Niche Review
I like this area because it is where I grew up for the most part. It is a more quiet and safer neighborhood than the one I used to live in. The houses and yards are much bigger as well.
6/5/2019
Niche Review
My overall experience in Melville is great. I am a college student and current resident. Going off to college allowed me to compare the different communities. Melville is a great and safe place for kids to walk around.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Melville | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Melville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Melville, Long Island sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Melville, Long Island over the last 12 months is $465,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$464,500
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$390,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$608,274
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$500,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
143
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,603
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
2015
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,798
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,215
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,294
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
38,332
Open Houses
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Wednesday, Jul 305 - 7pm
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,926 - $5,505 per month
- Avalon Melville
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 739+ Sq Ft
- 100 Court North Dr
- Melville, NY
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$4,649 per month
- Furnished Studio-Long Island - Melville
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 300 Sq Ft
- 100 Spagnoli Rd
- Melville, NY
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
18,707
Median Age
51
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$125,473
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$153,013
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.3%
College Graduates
63.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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