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Midcentury suburbs between Merrick and Massapequa
Entering the small Nassau County of North Bellmore, visitors might think they’re seeing double. They are in a couple of ways – the northern half of the Bellmores is as much a bastion of classic Long Island suburbia as its waterfront southern namesake and its neighbor along the Southern State Parkway, North Merrick. “Merrick-Bellmore is like Wantagh. You can’t tell the difference if you cross the road – it's the same thing,” says Christopher Kaufman, owner of Realty Advisors and a longtime North Bellmore resident. “People come here because it’s close to the city, an easy train ride. Everything’s just right here, you can get anywhere.” Youth athletics are major connectors between the northern Bellmore-Merricks, while an active chamber of commerce and commercial districts bolster community life between the Bellmores. Small but important details differentiate the hamlet from its neighbors, including the public schools attended by its youngest students and a distinctive collection of favorite local businesses and restaurants. But overall, what attracts homebuyers to North Bellmore are the same things that bring new residents to South Shore suburbs from Merrick to Massapequa: great schools, well-kept blocks of single-family homes and a tangle of commuter highways that open access from the farthest beaches of Suffolk County to the skyscraper skyline of New York City.
New traditional homes embrace familiar architecture with modern twists in North Bellmore.
Contemporary traditional colonial style homes are among the most popular in North Bellmore.
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Classic midcentury single-family homes from $600,000 in North Bellmore
On sidewalk-lined blocks and gently winding subdivisions, much of North Bellmore is full of the Minimal Traditional, ranch-style, split-level and colonial homes that rose up in the 1940s through 1960s during Long Island’s suburbanization. Most of the mix of simple, midcentury single-family homes in North Bellmore sell for $600,000 to $900,000, though fixer uppers can go for less. New Traditional homes built since the 1980s and especially large and highly renovated older homes sell for $850,000 to $1.7 million. North Bellmore has a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Cap Cod style homes embrace their New England roots with lush lawns in North Bellmore.
Split-level homes in North Bellmore are among the most popular for single families.
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Magnet broadcasting coursework at highly rated Mepham High School
Kids start off attending one of five elementary schools in the North Bellmore School District, including Newbridge Road School which earns an A-minus from Niche. After sixth grade, students join the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District, attending A-rated Grand Avenue Middle School and A-plus-rated Wellington C. Mepham High School. A diverse range of AP courses and extracurriculars help account for Mepham High’s popularity, as do its unique broadcasting program and participation in a district-wide engineering pathway. Through these specialized programs of study, students enroll in set coursework and gain hands-on experience in broadcast journalism or college credit in STEAM topics respectively.
The Newbridge Road Elementary School in No Bellmore has approximately 350 students enrolled.
Wellington C Mepham High School in No Bellmore has about 1300 students enrolled.
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Southern State Parkway and LIRR commuting
Despite the sidewalks that connect the hamlet, foot traffic isn’t especially common in North Bellmore. “It’s not really a walking town, you just have to drive everywhere,” says Anthony LaBella, a real estate agent with eXp Realty and longtime Bellmore resident who specializes throughout the Merricks and Bellmores. “But you can access highways quickly, get right on the Southern State to commute.” The Southern State Parkway cuts through North Bellmore on an underpass, starting many commuters on a 33-mile drive into Manhattan. While public transit is not the most popular way of getting around North Bellmore, a couple of Nassau Inter-County Express bus routes pass through along Jerusalem Avenue. Of higher concern is boarding the Long Island Rail Road, and riders have a 50-minute trip to Penn Station from the nearest station in neighboring Bellmore. The nearest hospital is Nassau University Medical Center, sprawling in a complex of connected emergency room and specialty office buildings just north of the hamlet in East Meadow. Commercial flights take off further away, about 16 miles west at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The Bellmore LIRR has an elevated platform with separate east and west tracks.
New York City is just a short car ride away from North Bellmore.
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North Bellmore/North Merrick youth sports and nearby South Shore beaches
Colorful championship signs hang from the fences surrounding Gunther Field, celebrating the Little League North Bellmore/North Merrick Rebel and Lady Rebel teams that dominated on the baseball diamond in years past. Farther down Bellmore Avenue, the North Bellmore Public Library hosts craft and fitness classes, inviting attendees across age groups to do some Zumba dancing or perfect a new knitting pattern. Nearby, players battle for control of the puck on the Bellmore-Merrick Roller Hockey youth league’s home court. Jones Beach is about 9 miles away down Wantagh State Parkway, a lively hub for beach days on sandy Atlantic Ocean beaches, adventurous afternoons braving the high ropes course and plenty of summertime concerts in the bandshell. A seasonal beach parking pass from the Town of Hempstead gives North Bellmore residents access to Lido and Point Lookout beaches, both one barrier island to the west.
Locals love to play at the No Bellmore - Roller Hockey.
Bike along miles of trails along the Atlantic Ocean at Jones Beach State Park.
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Shopping and dining on Jerusalem Avenue and Jerusalem Road
While not as packed as the commercial strips lining Sunrise Highway to the south, Jerusalem Avenue brings a small commercial district through the center of North Bellmore. National brands like Stop & Shop stock essentials, as do small businesses and more niche chains like the North Shore Farms supermarket. “I like that a lot of the stores are small family-owned. You know the same pizza guy for 20 years, you know the same guy in the liquor store, you know the same guy in the smokes shop. It’s not all corporate run. Sure, you have your CVS and whatnot, but it’s a lot of family-owned stuff,” Kaufman says. Jerusalem Road to the north is a quieter commercial road where diners stop into Elisa’s Restaurant, a classic family-owned Italian spot that has been a local favorite for more than 20 years. Further south in Bellmore, patrons can find dozens more main street-style shops along Bedford Avenue and car-centered strips along Sunrise Highway. Several diverse houses of worship are scattered in and around the hamlet, including Grace Lutheran Church, Temple B’nai Torah and Jaame Masjid Bellmore.
When locals in North Bellmore want to relax with a cup of coffee and dessert they go to Cream.
Salpino Italian Food Market in N Bellmore is a great place for Italian food.
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Festivals and car shows in the Bellmores
The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores connects business districts between the neighboring hamlets and also hosts popular annual events that connect community members. The Bellmore Family Street Festival is without contest the most popular, a lively block party full of vendors and carnival-style entertainment that stretches from the Bellmore LIRR station down the village’s shopping district for four days each September. Gearheads mingle at the Bellmore Station on Friday nights from March through October, showing off vintage cars at the Bellmore Friday Night Car Show.
Play carnival games and ride for thrill at the carnival at the Merrick Fall Festival.
Set up a chair and converse with the attendees of the Bellmore Car Show.
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Parks in this Area
Pelini Park
Forest City Community Park
Twin Lakes Preserve
Senator Speno Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Merrick's Veteran Memorial Park
MacLaren Stadium
Gunther Field
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
26 min drive
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Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.028 Reviews
4.0Niche User
9/7/2014Niche Review
there is a great ability to find what is needed
4.0Current Resident
9/4/2017Niche Review
We moved to North Bellmore four years ago. We have found the neighbors to be friendly and they watch out for each other. We are very impressed with the school district.
4.0Current Resident
1/8/2020Niche Review
North Bellmore is a somewhat small neighborhood where you get to know your immediate neighbors fairly well. There are great schools around here and plenty of space to raise kids.
5.0Current Resident
1/3/2019Niche Review
I have lived in Bellmore for the past 30 years and I can't tell you how nice it is. All the stores you would need. There is a local train station. very little crime and the school system is tops on Long Island.
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North Bellmore Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Bellmore, Long Island sell after 127 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Bellmore, Long Island over the last 12 months is $470,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautiful and spacious expanded cape in the heart of Merrick. Home features living room, formal dining, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, florida room, 2 full bathrooms, large closets, attached garage, basement with recreation room, inground sprinklers and a nice sized backyard. Above ground pool will remain with home. Close to LIRR, schools and shopping. A must see home!
"Homes by Jerry" Gorgeous new construction in North Bellmore. This sun-flooded colonial with fully landscaped and sodded property with 9-zone inground sprinklers has a covered front entry door with glass sidelights and on into the two-story foyer. This beautiful open-concept floor plan features living room with fireplace, dining room with sliders to the patio and the chef's kitchen featuring
Prime Location Located On A Private Cul-De Sac Where Old World Sophistication Meets Modern Functionality, From The Moment You Enter The Large Entry Foyer Which Leads To A Formal Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Large Eat It Kitchen, Large Family Room With Wood Burning Fireplace, Powder Room, Washer/Dryer On Main Floor Entrance To Backyard. Attached 2 Car Garage, Circular Driveway That Can
Welcome Home to this 2200 sq ft Colonial with a welcoming front porch nestled on a private cul de sac. The formal living room adjacent to the formal dining room offers hardwood floors, Anderson windows, double closet and a Daskin split AC unit which is also an additional heat source. One main level bedroom, full bath with whirlpool tub and linen closet is ideal as a guest room or home office. The
This extended Cape Cod home features a total of 5 Nice size bedrooms. (2 Primary size) Main Floor has a sunny Lr with Bow window, full bath, 2 Brs, Formal Dr with entrance leading to garage, Kit with Maple Cabinets, Family room off kitchen with Sliders opening up to a large deck with a motorized awning which keeps it cool on those hot summer days. 2 Fl has a massive Br as well as 2 other
Welcome to this beautifully updated expanded Cape, ideally located mid-block in a quiet, neighborhood within the Bellmore/Merrick School District. Step inside from the inviting front porch into a warm and welcoming interior featuring a modern kitchen with gas cooking, a formal dining room, and wood floors. The home offers two fully renovated bathrooms and a thoughtfully designed layout that
Whole House for Rent. Bright and Open 3 bedrooms with 3.5 baths. Vaulted Ceiling in Living Room. Master on Main Floor. 2 bedrooms on second floor. New Pavers Patio in Fenced Backyard. Separate Entrance for Newly Renovated Basement with additional 2 rooms and full bath perfect for home office.
A Rare Find! This one family beautifully maintained multi-level split offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms in a custom, thoughtfully designed layout.From the gorgeous custom kitchen to the spacious light filled living areas, every detail reflects pride of ownership. Step outside to your private, fenced in backyard oasis- complete with pergola and a designer pool and spa... perfect for
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
19,495
Median Age
43
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$157,802
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$174,268
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
49.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%
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®
47/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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