20 Iris Avenue, Merrick, NY 11566

$829,999 · 4 bed · 2 bath · 1,142 sq ft · built 1948 · MLS# 1041616 · Active

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath Cape in the desirable community of Merrick. Completely updated and move-in ready, this home combines classic charm with today’s modern finishes and conveniences. Major improvements include a new roof, new siding, new windows, and new central heating and air conditioning, offering comfort and peace of mind for years to come. Step inside to a bright and inviting living and dining area with beautiful hardwood floors and plenty of natural light. The newly renovated kitchen features shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and…

Single-family homes in the North Merrick Union Free School District sold for a median of $842,000 (typically $765,000–$915,000) across 78 recorded sales between Oct 10, 2025 and Oct 2, 2026, up 9.4% on the 12 months before. This home's $829,999 list price sits in the mid-market single-family tier for the North Merrick Union Free School District.

ZIP 11566 has about 2.5 months of single family inventory — seller's market. Demand is outpacing supply, so homes sell quickly with firm pricing and limited room to negotiate.

At about $11,240 a year, this home's property tax runs roughly 25% below the $15,000 typical for North Merrick Union Free School District. Nassau assessments run on a multi-year cycle, so the assessed value behind this bill can lag what the home actually sells for today. A sale does not automatically reset it, and exemptions such as STAR, Senior or Veteran move the number as well — a new owner's bill is often not the same as the seller's.

OneKey MLS (recorded LI sales, trailing 12mo) + actual tax