About this Location

Facility Overview

Parking Field B-3 is an open-air municipal surface lot located at 2638 Pettit Avenue in Bellmore, New York, situated within the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County. Established primarily to support Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) rail commuters and Bellmore’s bustling downtown district, the facility offers well-organized asphalt parking bays immediately adjacent to the elevated tracks of the Babylon Branch. Because it is a completely open-sky lot without overhead ceilings, height barriers, or multi-level ramps, Parking Field B-3 can easily accommodate vehicles of all shapes and sizes. Standard passenger cars, midsize crossovers, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and commercial vans with rooftop cargo boxes or bike racks can navigate the driving aisles comfortably without clearance concerns.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Conveniently centered right in the heart of downtown Bellmore, Field B-3 is within immediate walking distance of major local transit, cultural venues, and shopping corridors:

Bellmore LIRR Station: Just a 1 to 2-minute walk across Pettit Avenue, providing direct train transit into Manhattan (Penn Station and Grand Central Madison), Jamaica, and Babylon.
Bedford Avenue Commercial Strip: Under 3 minutes on foot to Bellmore’s primary village street, bustling with popular local restaurants, pizzerias, cafes, bakeries, and boutique retail shops.
The Bellmore Movies and The Showplace: Located roughly 2 blocks away on Pettit Avenue, offering vintage cinema screenings and live family-friendly theatrical performances.
Town of Hempstead Veterans Memorial: Situated adjacent to the train plaza within a brief 2-minute stroll.
Bellmore Flea Market / Street Fairs: The station parking fields host the beloved Bellmore Friday Flea Market (seasonally) as well as the annual Bellmore Street Fair.
Sunrise Highway (NY-27): Just one block north, offering convenient access to regional strip malls, automotive services, and national retailers.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Field B-3 is easily accessible via Pettit Avenue, which runs parallel to the train tracks on the south side between Bedford Avenue and Bellmore Avenue. Drivers arriving from Sunrise Highway (NY-27) or Merrick Road can turn directly onto Bedford Avenue or Bellmore Avenue and make an immediate turn onto Pettit Avenue. For drivers traveling on the Southern State Parkway, Exit 25S (Newbridge Road) or Exit 27S (Wantagh Avenue) connects directly to Sunrise Highway in approximately 5 to 7 minutes. The lot features clear entry and exit aprons that facilitate smooth traffic dispersal even during morning rush hour and peak evening train arrivals. For public transit users, the Bellmore LIRR station platform is steps away, accompanied by Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) bus connections on nearby cross streets.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Level asphalt surface with no vertical clearance restrictions or low overhead beams.
Dedicated ADA Accessible Spaces: Clearly marked handicap parking stalls situated closest to Pettit Avenue sidewalks and station ramps.
Municipal Lighting: Overhead street-lamp style illumination provides night-time visibility for early morning and late evening commuters.
Direct Platform Access: Safe, painted pedestrian crosswalks and ramps connect directly to the elevated station platform stairs and elevator.
Town of Hempstead Signage: Clear posting of municipal regulations, parking permit enforcement hours, and off-peak public parking rules.

Ideal For

LIRR Commuters: Rail travelers commuting to Midtown Manhattan, Queens, or western Long Island seeking parking steps from the track stairs.
Village Diners & Shoppers: Visitors exploring the restaurants, pubs, and family-owned businesses along Bedford Avenue and Pettit Avenue.
Theatergoers: Patrons attending film screenings or stage productions at The Bellmore Movies and Showplace.
Weekend Market Visitors: Shoppers attending seasonal weekend markets and community street festivals in downtown Bellmore.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During typical weekday business hours (generally 5:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday), Town of Hempstead municipal commuter regulations apply. Many spaces in Field B-3 are reserved for vehicles displaying a valid Town of Hempstead commuter parking permit sticker. If you are an out-of-town visitor or non-permit holder, carefully review all posted signage before parking to identify unrestricted spaces, metered spots, or time-limited zones. Parking restrictions for permit holders typically ease on weekday evenings, weekends, and designated town holidays, making Field B-3 an outstanding, free or low-cost option when enjoying evening dining and nightlife on Bedford Avenue.