Overview
Acorn Ponds at North Hills is a private condominium community of about 382 homes (2–3 bedrooms) on roughly 32 acres, first built in 1979. The draw is accessible, low-maintenance living: a full amenity set, relatively low HOA dues, and a free shuttle to the Manhasset train. To be clear, it has evening roving security — not a manned entrance gate.
Highlights
Private, with night security (not a manned gate)
The community is private with evening roving security — but to be straight with you, it does not have a 24-hour manned gatehouse. If a staffed gate is a hard requirement, know that up front.
Full amenities, low HOA
Indoor and outdoor heated pools, a gym, sauna and steam, three tennis courts plus a tennis/pickleball court, a clubhouse with an event deck, and a gated outdoor park and playground — with HOA dues around $580–$602/month, low for the category.
Free shuttle to the train
The Village of North Hills runs a free commuter shuttle to the Manhasset station (Port Washington Branch), about 28–33 minutes to Penn — no driving-and-parking hassle.
Best for
Best for a buyer who wants an accessible, amenity-rich, low-HOA condo, doesn't require a manned gate, and values the easy train shuttle.
- Nearest LIRR
- Manhasset · Port Washington Branch
- To Manhattan
- ~28-33 min to Penn Station (one-seat ride; unverified against official timetable)
- By car
- ~20-22 miles to Midtown via LIE (I-495 Exit 35) / Northern State Pkwy
Location & Commute
The community is in North Hills (Roslyn 11576 post office), Nassau County, on the North Shore, via the LIE (Exit 35)/Northern State Parkway, about 20–22 miles to Midtown. The nearest LIRR station is Manhasset on the Port Washington Branch.
Community details (home counts, HOA dues, pricing, amenities) change over time, and HOA dues vary by unit and floor plan; Homix re-verifies by unit before touring or writing an offer.
Sources: acornpondscondo.com · activerain.com · compass.com · homes.com · redfin.com
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