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Bellmore, NY

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Pretty parks and pleasant people in the suburbs of New York

Coastal Parks Family-Friendly Upscale Suburban

Bellmore is the perfect city to settle down in if you enjoy coastal views, a charming community, and peaceful suburbs. Though Bellmore is highly populated, it has a quaint suburban feel to it, offering many businesses along Merrick Road, including specialty shops, convenient services, and various restaurants. There’s a movie theater, good schools, and a selection of community parks in Bellmore, as well.

The Bellmore Train Station is a great way to commute to nearby areas. Bellmore is about 38 miles east of Manhattan, 25 miles east of Brooklyn, and 23 miles east of Queens. Near the Twin Lakes Preserve, residents of Bellmore appreciate the outdoorsy feel of this city. Explore Newbridge Road Park to discover outdoor pools, an indoor ice rink, athletic courts, playgrounds, and dog play areas. The Meroke Preserve offers nature trails, and East Bay Park is the perfect neighborhood hangout.

Transportation

86

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

6

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Shore Road School

Public

Grades 5-6

293 Students

9
out of 10

Martin Avenue Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

311 Students

7
out of 10

Winthrop Avenue School

Public

Grades 3-4

255 Students

7
out of 10

Reinhard Early Childhood Center

Public

Grades PK-3

533 Students

Rating Unavailable

Grand Avenue Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

915 Students

8
out of 10

Wellington C Mepham High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,260 Students

9
out of 10

John F Kennedy High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,043 Students

9
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Tackapausha Museum & Preserve
  • Hofstra University Arboretum
  • Marine Nature Study Area
  • Jones Beach State Park
  • Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center

Airports

  • John F Kennedy International
  • Laguardia

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