1 Darwin Dr

Merrick, NY 11566

$1,075,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,152 Sq. Ft.
$500 / Sq. Ft.
2,152
Sq. Ft.
$500
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 8/28/25
Closed 8/28/25
View of front facade featuring decorative driveway and a garage

Description

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,...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!
  1. Listed by Christine Dato • Coldwell Banker American Homes
    P: (516)-334-4333 C: (516)-557-3974 cdato@cbamhomes.com

Property Details for 1 Darwin Drive

City/Township
Hempstead
Architectural Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1.00
Waterfront
No
Section Area
Crest Road East
LISTING UPDATED: 08/28/2025 05:27 PM

Property Details for 1 Darwin Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #867700
Days on Market6
Taxes$16,424 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family
Year Built1949
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,000 SF
CountyNassau County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker American Homes, Christine Dato

Sold By Howard Hanna Coach, Evangeline R. Macaluso; Howard Hanna Coach, Deborah L. Gerbore

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Building Information for 1 Darwin Drive

Stories-Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,608 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,239

Property Taxes

$1,369

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1 Darwin Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Directions: Bellmore Avenue -> Darwin Drive
  • Tax Block: 280
  • Tax Lot: 23
  • Property Attached: No
  • Structure Type: false
  • State Or Province: NY
School Information
  • School District: Bellmore-Merrick
  • Elementary School District: Bellmore-Merrick
  • Elementary School: Contact Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Bellmore-Merrick
  • Middle Or Junior School: Grand Avenue Middle School
  • High School District: Bellmore-Merrick
  • High School: Wellington C Mepham High Sch
Rental
Rental
  • Lease Considered: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Building Units Total: 1
Room Information
Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • RoomDescription 1: Partially Finished, Utility Room, Storage
Room 2 Information
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Description: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bar, Family Room, 1/2 Bath
Room 3 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: Primary Bedroom w/WIC and Ensuite w/ Laundry, Bedroom, Bedroom, Bedroom/Office, Full Bath
Taxes and HOA Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 2089-50-280-00-0023-0
  • Association: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Carpet, Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Colonial, Deck, Fenced, Gas, Granite Counters, Hardwood Floors As Seen, In Bathroom, In Ground, Living Room, Patio, Porch, Primary Bathroom, Public, Recessed Lighting, Walk In Closet, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Wood
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Primary Bathroom, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Number Of Kitchens: 1.0
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Attic Description: Partial
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Location Amenities: Stainless Steel Appliances, Fenced, Fenced Yard, Hardwood Floors As Seen, Cathedral/Vaulted/High Ceiling, Granit Countertops, Walk In Closet, WD Hookup, Deck, Patio, Porch, In Ground Pool
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
  • Living Area: 2,152.00
  • Basement: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Property Features: In Ground, Deck, Patio, Porch, Fenced
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck,Patio,Porch
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Details: In Ground
Lot Information
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heat Fuel Type: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Number Of Heating Zones: 2
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Green Features
  • Green Features: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater, Hot Water, Natural Gas, In Ground
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Down Payment Resource: Yes

Property History for 1 Darwin Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918623173

$1,075,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918623173

$1,075,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1 Darwin Drive

Taxable ValueLand$162Additions$411Total$573
Tax Record2025$15,430 ($1,286 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949CountyNASSAUAPN50-280-00-0023

Schools near 1 Darwin Drive

This home is within North Bellmore Union Free School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
John G Dinkelmeyer School
Public - K to 6
Grand Avenue Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Wellington C Mepham High School
Public - 9 to 12
Park Avenue School
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
John G Dinkelmeyer School
PublicK to 6

Grand Avenue Middle School
Public7 to 8

Wellington C Mepham High School
Public9 to 12

Park Avenue School
PublicK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker American Homes, Christine Dato

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