Woodmere: Proximity to NYC, beaches draw buyers
Broadway weaves through Woodmere and houses small shops, eateries and businesses. Credit: Dawn McCormick
THE SCOOP Best known for its proximity to Manhattan and the beach, Woodmere is a hamlet with a rich history and no big box stores.
Commonly known as "The Five Towns" — Cedarhurst, Hewlett, Inwood, Lawrence and Woodmere — the communities are separate, but for many are part of one distinct area.
"Is there a difference between Cedarhurst and Woodmere?" Jonathan Winter, of Pin It Realty, said. "Not really."
Farther to the south is Old Woodmere, he said, considered more a real estate term, where there is a bit of waterfront, and then Woodsburgh Village, where many large estates still stand or once existed.
William Fox, the owner of Fox Film Corporation, had a large estate in Woodmere called Fox Hall in the 1920s, with visitors like film legend Humphrey Bogart, Winter said. That mansion was torn down and houses were built on the land, he added.
Activist Harvey Milk grew up in Woodmere. His parents owned a department store on Broadway, Winter said.
Nassau County-owned North Woodmere Park is a main attraction for locals, said Winter, noting its Olympic-sized swimming pool, a nine-hole golf course, tennis courts and picnic areas.
Woodmere has many small businesses and few chains in its downtown along Broadway. Credit: Dawn McCormick
Most of Woodmere's shops, restaurants and professional offices are on and around Broadway, noted David Friedman, president of the Hewlett-Woodmere Business Association.
"In Woodmere, there's nothing like a Target or any kind of big box. It's mostly independent businesses," Friedman said.
The Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library is a focal point in the community, Winter said. "It is architecturally beautiful and holds wonderful events," including movies, current events discussions and musical programs.
An ongoing disputed development on the 118-acre Woodmere Golf Club may be heading toward resolution, according to a recent Newsday story, with some land being preserved.
In Woodmere, houses are mostly Colonials, split-levels and ranches, along with some large waterfront estates. Condos and co-ops are also available.
Homes along East Prospect Street, top, and Arbuckle Avenue in Woodmere. Credit: Dawn McCormick
SALE PRICES Between July 3, 2024, and July 2, 2025, there were 77 home sales with a median sale price of $1.15 million, according to OneKey MLS. During that period a year earlier, there were 78 home sales with a median sale price of $950,000.
CONDOS AND CO-OPS There are five co-ops, priced between $235,000 and $459,000, currently on the market.
OTHER STATS
Population 18,198
Median age 33.2
Median home value $1.135 million
Monthly LIRR ticket from Woodmere $253
School district, graduation rates Hewlett-Woodmere (93%), Lawrence (83%)
Libraries Hewlett Woodmere, Peninsula
Transit NICE Routes 31, 31X/M, 32
Sources: 2023 American Community Survey; OneKey MLS via InfoSparks by ShowingTime; LIRR; data.nysed.gov; Nassau Inter-County Express
ON THE MARKET
$3 million
This $3 million Woodmere home was completely renovated in 2024. Credit: VHT Studios/Peter Scifo
Built in 1957, this house was fully renovated in 2024. The custom-built home has six bedrooms, five full bathrooms and one half-bath. The primary suite has a walk-in closet and its own laundry room. Features include radiant heat, solar that is fully owned, central air conditioning, a whole house water filter and full-house generator. Taxes are $28,018. Richard Baumel, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, 516-395-4770.
$1.25 million
This $1.25 million Woodmere home overlooks the water. Credit: Howard Hanna Coach/Jonathan Winter
This four-bed, three-bath split-level home sits on the water and sports views from the back of the home on both floors. A private study can serve as a guest bedroom or home office. The upstairs has three bedrooms, including a primary suite with marble bathroom. The home has gas hot air heat and central air. Taxes are $11,131. Jonathan Winter, Howard Hanna Coach, 516-480-7563.
$799,000
This $799,000 Woodmere home was built in 1910. Credit: Pin It Realty/Pinchus Heskiel
Built in 1910, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom home has been recently updated. A fully finished basement offers extra living space, and there is a combined living room/dining room off the eat-in kitchen. Taxes are $7,499. Pinchus Heskiel, Pin It Realty, 516-239-7940.
RECENTLY SOLD
$2.35 million
Clark Place
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 4½
Built 2024
Lot size 0.23 acre
Taxes $22,050
+/- List price -$349,000
Days on market 276
$1.4 million
Northfield Road
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Built 1942
Lot size 0.22 acre
Taxes $22,624
+/- List price +$150,000
Days on market 100
$750,000
Church Avenue
Style Hi ranch
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Built 1974
Lot size 0.16 acre
Taxes $10,234
+/- List price -$250,000
Days on market 250
ON ONEKEY MLS
Number of listings 45
Price range $235,000 to $8 million
Tax range $7,176 to $89,718
