Pending

$849,000

56 Columbine Avenue, Merrick, NY 11566

3beds

1,490sqft

Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1948

7,900 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$570/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Built-in bbqDetached one-car garageDesirable corner lotCustom craftsmanshipRich in timeless charmDetailed millworkElegant wainscoting

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath Expanded Cape situated on a desirable corner lot in the heart of Merrick. Rich in timeless charm and custom craftsmanship, this exceptional home features elegant wainscoting, detailed millwork, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan. The main level offers a spacious living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, inviting den with a gas fireplace and surround sound, a bedroom, and a full bath. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a beautifully updated bathroom featuring a luxurious steam shower. The finished basement provides additional living and entertaining space, while the private backyard is designed for year-round enjoyment with a built-in BBQ, pizza oven, jacuzzi, and detached one-car garage. Combining comfort, character, and impressive indoor and outdoor living spaces, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly special home in Merrick.

38 days

1,222

48

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air, Oil

Cooling

Wall/Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

First Floor Bedroom, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters
Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Full
Attic: None
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,490
Total interior livable area: 1,490 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Detached
Garage spaces: 1

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Other
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 7,900 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 2089503780000090
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Exp Cape
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Frame

Condition

Year built: 1948

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Other
Water: Public
Utilities for property: See Remarks

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Merrick

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $570/sqft
Tax assessed value: $484,000
Annual tax amount: $15,175
Date on market: 6/9/2026
Cumulative days on market: 38 days
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/1/2026	Pending sale	$849,000$570/sqft
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1004422 Report a problem
6/9/2026	Listed for sale	$849,000+385.4%$570/sqft
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1004422 Report a problem
11/18/1997	Sold	$174,900$117/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	--	$484 -1.2%
2023	--	$490 +1.2%
2022	--	$484
2021	$10,584 +10.8%	--
2020	$9,552 +15.5%	$585
2019	$8,273	$585
2018	$8,273 -1.8%	$585 -5.9%
2017	$8,421 +0.2%	$622 -5.5%
2016	$8,403 +179.8%	$658 -5.3%
2015	$3,003 +1.9%	$695 -5.1%
2013	$2,946 -15.7%	$732 -20%
2012	$3,496 -45.5%	$915 -2.1%
2011	$6,412 +4.9%	$935 -3.4%
2010	$6,112	$968 -13.9%
2009	--	$1,124 -8.2%
2008	--	$1,224 +6%
2006	--	$1,155 -34.1%
2005	--	$1,753 -39.8%
2004	--	$2,910
2003	--	$2,910 -46.7%
2002	--	$5,460
2001	--	$5,460
2000	--	$5,460

Find assessor info on the county website

Monthly payment

Estimated monthly payment$1,822

Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: North Merrick

Getting around

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

25 / 100

Some Transit

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

9/10
Harold D Fayette School
Grades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
8/10
Merrick Avenue Middle School
Grades: 7-10Distance: 1.5 mi
9/10
Sanford H Calhoun High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Harold D Fayette School
Middle: Merrick Avenue Middle School
High: Sanford H Calhoun High School

Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.