Jericho, once a Quaker center, now a big draw for its top schools, accessibility
The Jericho Cider Mill, seen June 20, is considered an institution in the community. Credit: Danielle Silverman
THE SCOOP
Once known by the Native American name Lusum, which may have meant “the farms,” Jericho was part of the large land purchase that Welsh settler Robert Williams made in 1648, according to a Newsday history of the area. The small farming community became a center of the Quaker religion and by 1692 the Quakers had named the community Jericho.
Today this central Nassau village draws homebuyers for its accessibility and its high-achieving schools. Three major roadways – the Long Island Expressway, Northern State Parkway and Jericho Turnpike – run through Jericho, which is close to the Hicksville LIRR station, and “makes it easy for commuters, and families can enjoy both North and South Shore beaches,” says Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Michele Johnson. “It’s kind of the heart of the Town of Oyster Bay.”
The Jericho Commons Shopping Center on June 20. Credit: Danielle Silverman
The Jericho School District has a stellar record. This year the 1,169-student high school placed 127th nationwide and 134th last year, according U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. In 2018 the high school produced two finalists in the Regeneron Science Talent Search competition. The Jericho High School boys soccer team won the Long Island Class A Championship last fall. “Many people want to live in Jericho specifically for the schools,” Johnson says.
Homes on Moss Lane in Jericho. Credit: Danielle Silverman
The community has four sections of homes, East Birchwood, West Birchwood, Oakwood Park and White Birch, says Mona Gold from Laffey Real Estate. “Jericho is very residential with sidewalks, where you can push baby carriages and kids can ride their bikes. It makes it easy to get to know your neighbors,” Gold says. The houses, built years ago, are primarily split levels, with some ranches. “Builders are buying existing homes and taking them down and building 3,500- to 4,500-square-foot homes,” Gold says.
The Milleridge Inn complex – a restaurant, an inn and quaint shops – is a Jericho landmark. Another is the Jericho Cider Mill. “Growing up, we couldn’t wait for fall so we could go to the cider mill for the best cider anywhere,” Johnson recalls. “An institution that’s been here for so long. It’s a great place, something different beyond big box stores.”
CONDOS AND CO-OPS
There are 29 condos on the market ranging in price from $554,900 to $3,850,000.
SALE PRICES
Between May 1, 2019, and May 10, 2020, there were 154 home sales with a median sale price of $890,000, according to OneKey MLS. The low price for that period was $620,000 and the high was $1,502,000. During that period a year earlier, there were 136 home sales with a median sale price of $895,000. The price range was $610,000 to $1,502,000. .
OTHER STATS
Town Oyster Bay
Area square miles 4
ZIP code 11753
Population 13,827
Median age 44.9
Median household income $161,771
Median home value $900,000*
Monthly LIRR ticket $308
School district Jericho and Syosset
SOURCES: 2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates; OneKey MLS; LIRR
*Based on 42 home sales in the past six months, according to OneKey MLS
NOW ON THE MARKET
Priced at $3,200,000, this Contemporary home with six bedrooms, six full and two half-baths is on Kettlepond Road in The Hamlet Estates complex in Jericho. Credit: Graystone Properties
$3,200,000
What’s not soaring in this Contemporary home, with six bedrooms, six full and two half-bathrooms in The Hamlet Estates is either sleek or beautifully appointed. Each bedroom has its own luxury bathroom and the master suite has two walk-in closets. Amenities include an elevator, a three-car garage, a finished basement, an outdoor kitchen, and an entertainer lover's backyard. Taxes are $63,644. Jaclyn Lerner, Graystone Properties, 516-667-0777.
Priced at $1,198,000, this four-bedroom, 3½-bathroom Colonial is on a .23-acre lot on Rockland Drive in Jericho. Credit: Vizzi-Edberg
$1,198,000
Located in the the West Birchwood community, this four-bedroom, 3½-bathroom Colonial offers approximately 2,700 square feet of living space. Features include an updated kitchen, a luxury master suite, a home office, and a manicured backyard with an in-ground pool. Taxes are $16,930. Craig Bell and Maxine Hollander, Realty Connect USA, 888-236-6319.
Priced at $540,900, this three-bedroom, 2½-bathroom condo is on Maple Court in the Maple Run condo complex in Jericho. Credit: Todd Yovino
$544,900
In the Maple Run complex, this 1,866-square-foot condo features a two-story entryway, an attached one-car garage and two large sliding glass doors that lead to a paver block patio, all set on lush, matured grounds. Taxes are $19,594; monthly common charge $862. Todd Yovino, Island Advantage Realty, 631-351-6000.
RECENTLY SOLD
$1,070,000
Address Yates Lane
Style Split-level
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2½
Built 1959
Lot size .23 acre
Taxes $19,288
+/- list price -$205,000
Days on market 133
$920,000
Address Halsey Avenue
Style Split-level
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Built 1955
Lot size .17 acre
Taxes $10,431
+/- list price -$19,999
Days on market 144
$650,000
Address Cumberland Road
Style Split-level
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1½
Built 1955
Lot size .15 acre
Taxes $14,604
+/- list price -$49,888
Days on market 111
On OneKey MLS
Number of listings 98
Price range $554,900 to $3,850,000
Tax range $10,079 to $71,473
