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685 Walt Whitman Rd #2, Melville, NY 11747, USA|West Hills
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Property Overview
Located in Melville, this home stands out for exceptional value for money and proximity to a top-rated elementary school about 0.72 miles away. Its combination of strong local value and convenient access to nearby education options adds to its overall appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Wellness
Amenities for 685 Walt Whitman Rd #2, West Hills
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Natural Gas |
| Wall/Window Units | Window Units |
Building
| Exterior Type: Advanced Framing Technique |
Other
| Five Rooms | Hot Water Heating |
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About 685 Walt Whitman Rd #2
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Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 685 Walt Whitman Rd #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | West Hills |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 11747 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in West Hills
2-bedroom apartments at 685 Walt Whitman Rd #2 cost about 20% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Hills.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
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| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | $2,750 |
| November 2025 | $2,600 |
| December 2025 | $2,600 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2015 | $2,300 |
| April 2015 | $2,180 |
| May 2015 | $2,200 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 685 Walt Whitman Rd #2
Sunquam Elementary School
515 sweet hollow rd
melville, NY, 11747
K-5Public
A
Western Suffolk BOCES
507 deer park rd
dix hills, NY, 11746
K-12Public
P.S. 256Q
525 convent rd
syosset, NY, 11791
PK, K-12Public
Locust Valley Intermediate School
119 ryefield rd
locust valley, NY, 11560
3-5Public
A
Bayville Intermediate School
50 mountain ave
bayville, NY, 11709
3-5Public
A
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Getting around Melville near 685 Walt Whitman Rd #2
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 685 Walt Whitman Rd #2, Melville
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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