$1,075,000
SOLD AUG 28, 2025

1 Darwin Dr Merrick, NY 11566

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,152 Sq Ft
6,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$500 Per Sq Ft

20% Above List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Grand Avenue Middle School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this One-of-a-Kind COLONIAL! This meticulously maintained 4 Bedroom/ 2.5 Bath Expanded Crest Colonial is almost 2200 SF and offers a blend of classic and modern updates in Merrick’s beautiful CREST neighborhood. This home welcomes you into a SPACIOUS and INVITING main level. The living room features a cozy GAS FIREPLACE and a unique cedar-lined WINE CLOSET—perfect for Relaxing or Entertaining. The updated kitchen is a chef’s delight with Granite countertops, Stainless Steel appliances, a Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven and an abundance of cabinetry and counter space. Dining Room has sliders out to a serene PERGOLA. Just off the kitchen is a STANDOUT feature: a full, legitimate Bar complete with Brick Wall and faux Copper tiles on Ceiling - this is a SHOW-STOPPING space to gather and entertain. Second floor has 3 generously sized Bedrooms plus a 4th Bedroom that could also be an Office/Guest room. The large Primary Suite has wood flooring, an extra-large closet (WIC), gorgeous urban style Chandelier and a private Ensuite Bathroom that includes the Washer and Dryer for total convenience. Some additional features are most of the home has been freshly Painted,New Carpeting installed in bedrooms (Hardwood floors underneath carpeting), has a partially finished basement perfect for storage or Rec room, Attic with pull down stairs in garage and 4th bedroom/office, Updated 200 Amp Electric and both CENTRAL AIR and GAS HEATING systems have two-zone control for year-round efficiency PLUS there's an Oversized Garage with a Stone Paved Driveway!
Step outside and discover your personal BACKYARD RETREAT. Enjoy a morning coffee on the FRONT PORCH or spend your time off in the spectacular outdoor living space—complete with a 12 x 24 Salt Water IN-GROUND POOL, Waterfall, Custom Pavers, PERGOLA with Ceiling Fan and Decking, Stone FIRE-PIT with a Seating Area, and a Granite-topped Outdoor Bar. The greenery and mature landscaping ties it all together into a true suburban PARADISE.
A VERY SPECIAL HOME INSIDE AND OUT - Don’t miss the opportunity to make this GEM yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Dato

Coldwell Banker American Homes Brokerage Phone: 516-334-4333 License #10401282425 Listed on: 05/28/2025

Coldwell Banker American Homes

Last Buyer's Agent

Evangeline Macaluso

Howard Hanna Coach License #40MA1060874

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,424

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,152 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry in Bathroom
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Contact Agent Elementary School
  • Grand Avenue Middle School
  • Wellington C Mepham High Sch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 23 / 280
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2089-50-280-00-0023-0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,424

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Attribution Contact: 516-334-4333
  • Carport Y N: No
  • CurrentPrice: 1075000.00
  • MlsMajorChangeType: Sold
  • CurrentPrice_By_LivingArea: 499.53532
  • ListPrice_By_LivingArea: 417.75093
  • ListPrice_By_OriginalListPrice: 1.00000
  • ListPrice_By_LotSizeAcres: 6528685.5483
  • LivingAreaSearchSqFt: 2152.00
  • CurrentPrice_By_BuildingAreaTotal: 499.53532
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Primary Bathroom, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2152
  • Basement YN: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle School: Grand Avenue Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1377
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6000
  • Parcel Number: 2089-50-280-00-0023-0
  • Property Attached: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 16424
  • Tax Block: 280
  • Tax Lot: 23
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Contact Agent
  • High School: Wellington C Mepham High Sch
  • Middle School District: Bellmore-Merrick

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Palagiano Mark V and Palagiano Shannon L
Bought by
Asriyan Yanina and Asriyan Aseum
Seller's Agent
Christine Dato
Coldwell Banker American Homes
Buyer's Agent
Evangeline Macaluso
Howard Hanna Coach
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$1,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
$176,000
19.58%
Views
153
Current Estimated Value
$1,001,318

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$73,682
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-22.40%
Original Mortgage
$860,000
Outstanding Balance
$858,465
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$142,853

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2003
Sold by
Lynch Robert
Bought by
Palagiano Mark
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $1,075,000 Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Deed $420,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $860,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Sold $1,075,000 0.0% $500 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Off Market $1,075,000 -- --
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $899,000 -- $418 / Sq Ft
Source: OneKey® MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $15,430 $573 $162 $411
2024 $4,076 $561 $159 $402
2023 $13,621 $591 $167 $424
2022 $13,621 $591 $167 $424
2021 $17,682 $576 $162 $414
2020 $12,609 $805 $611 $194
2019 $13,485 $863 $494 $369
2018 $13,508 $1,114 $0 $0
2017 $10,746 $1,114 $655 $459
2016 $15,570 $1,114 $655 $459
2015 $4,274 $1,114 $655 $459
2014 $4,274 $1,114 $655 $459
2013 $3,880 $1,114 $655 $459
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: OneKey® MLS

MLS Number: 867700

OneKey® MLS

APN: 2089-50-280-00-0023-0