Taking a Tour Through Merrick's Unique Neighborhoods

Just how much of Merrick is there?

Well, quite a bit it turns out. From North Jerusalem right down to the water we have 13 named neighborhoods. That's right folks. 

Each little area has its own distinct flavor, starting with saltbox colonials in the Crest development, winding into sweet capes in the flower section. Of course as a kid growing up on Larkspur Avenue, biking my way around eventually got me into the charming traditional styled capes of Wenshaw Park.

Continuing on to some friends' house brought me along into the eclectic Merrick Manor. Any teenager on foot or bike knows that from there, there is Tiny Town, also known as the campgrounds, rich in history and teeny winding streets. 

Wow, I'm tired already. But we must cross to the west side of Merrick Avenue now, unless we forget beautiful Briarcliff Manor. Loaded with brick capes, its a homey enclave. Heading south, we arrive in the Merrick Woods.  The cream of the crop- stately tree lined streets with luxury homes.

From there we have the Lea section boasting much desired splits, and the newly named Merrick Oaks, just walkable to the train.  How many miles have I gone...I'm exhausted!  Thankfully, I'm near stores and restaurants.  I'm so thirsty.  Maybe I'll get a drink from Burger 9 Point 5.      

Heading over Sunrise Highway, we've got the Merrick Gables. Spanish-stucco homes engineered in the 1920s to be a mini Hollywood to Broadway's theatre and all the famous actors. Named after Clark Gable, the homes were meant to remind the residents of California. Some stars actually lived there and some longtime residents have artifacts of previous owners. 

Well, we're winding down as we cross Merrick Avenue and head into Old Lindenmere and Lindenmere. This is where old world charm abounds, lingering all the way past the duck pond. The homes here along the pond are Merrick's pride. This sets Merrick apart visually from surrounding towns. From the pond we head south into the Merrick Estates.  

Whew,  I think I'm done.  If I've left an area out please tell me.  Of course I can't forget the waterfronts. But they are not named, so...anyone?

Even though I've lived here all my life, I had never paid attention to all these different named parts of Merrick. I just took them for granted. I feel confident there are one or two I don't know about.  

As a realtor, it was not until I had buyers in my car who were not familiar with Merrick, and found myself describing and basically bragging about what a great town this is, did I realize the truth in it.

All of Merrick is good.  All of it! If anyone wants to correct me or tell me an area I don't know...I would love to have a chat.  

Ellen Kehrli-Steinberg is a broker at Re/Max Heartstone in Merrick.  She can be reached at lnkremax@aol.com or 516-316-7732.