Find out what certain home styles offer you when your looking into the purchase of a home. Here you can get a comprehensive overview of what types of Staten Island homes exist and what you will find once inside.

With extra large rooms and old world detailing throughout, 98 Franklin Avenue is a home reminiscent of a grand era. This early century detached colonial home boasts expansive living space rarely seen on Staten Island and a stunning yard. Located near the Staten Island Ferry, this beautiful New Brighton block is a retreat from all the noise yet perfect for Manhattan commuters.

The location is a rare blend of quiet and convenient. Just blocks away from Staten Island’s crown jewel Snug Harbor, this North Shore home offers a carport as well as on-street parking. And with 4 bedrooms, 3 floors, and a breathtaking 7,500 square foot lot, there’s tons of space to run around!

The home has been finished in classic brown with updated glass door and windows…

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On the whole, US homeowners still routinely prefer detached homes. 82%, in fact, according to the US Census Bureau in 2015. Just 5.5% of US homeowners live in townhomes. But this is another story in metropolitan areas like New York.

Semi-attached homes, which refer to a dwelling that shares a common wall with another, are extremely popular in Staten Island and the outer New York City boroughs in general. This type of home, ideal for small urban and suburban land plots, has a rich and varied history of helping to meet housing demand in densely populated areas throughout the world.

 

A Brief History of Semi-Attached Homes

To accommodate growing populations and save on construction costs, semi-attached homes popped up all over Staten Island post…

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Welcome to this inside look of 36 Forrestal Avenue! This contemporary 3 bedroom 3 bath home is located on a very unique block in the South Shore neighborhood of Arden heights!

This is a completely renovated California-style home, making it very unique and special for the Staten Island area. Other standout features include a one-car garage, completely updated sprinkler system, and a full camera security system letting you keep watch over the entire property.

Absolutely every detail of this home has been beautified- all you have to do is move in. Now let's look inside!

First, we find ourselves in this home's living room with high-quality Pergo flooring and a bay window. There's also an electric fireplace, keeping this whole floor warm all…

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Today we're going to show you around a really unique property, 10 Bay Street Landing! This luxury two bedroom, one and a half bath condominium located in St George is just a 7-minute walk from the Staten Island Ferry. This makes your commute to the financial district only about a half an hour, so this modern home is absolutely perfect for anybody who wants all the luxury and convenience of living in Manhattan at a fraction of the price!

Throughout this condo are bespoke details added to customize and give the home its own personality. When you first walk in, look right above your head to the soaring 16-foot ceilings to notice suspension cables which hold bicycles and golf gear.

Just a few steps beyond that you'll find yourself in this…

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On a quiet, tree-lined block, a lovely attached townhome is awaiting your viewing. 63 Bunnell Court boasts 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2 stories of living space. In the safe and family-friendly neighborhood of Huguenot, this is a great starter home which provides an amazing value with the convenience of a private front and backyard.

This unit sits within a development of homes finished in a charming vinyl siding with brown roof and trim. The property has been well-maintained and gleams with curb appeal. A green front lawn framed by white picket fence features ornamental planter boxes.

Entering the main level, the first thing you will notice is the family room with lovely wood flooring and kitchen off to the right. This ample-sized common area…

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What historical trends shaped the landscape of Staten Island, including the home you live in right now? From colonial to ranch-style to art deco, we go into our own architecture here in Staten Island in this interview broadcast live via Facebook!

Every day, the buildings you take for granted actually conceal an interesting history. We start when the island was first settled in the 1600's by the Dutch, and the abundance of Dutch colonials we still see today inspired by our Dutch history. We also see our Dutch history in our names, like Arthur Kill and Great Kills- "Kill" meaning river in Dutch!

The major driving factor of change in Staten Island has been The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. This shaped the borough in a major way by urbanizing it. During…

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Welcome to this adorable townhome at 193 Wirt Avenue! Located in Rossville, Staten Island, this spacious townhome features three levels of living space, two bedrooms, and three baths. The front is finished in red brick and white siding.

 

    The first level of this home is bright and airy thanks to a large window. This area features parquet flooring as well as a half bath with porcelain wood-style tile. The garage is accessible off of this level as well.         Upstairs on the second level, you'll find this home's kitchen and living-dining room combination area. The living room is finished with a brand new beige carpeting and the kitchen is newly renovated as well. The traditional kitchen cabinets are…

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The coveted Staten Island two family home is a hot commodity, though 50 Beacon Place is especially unique. With 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this oversized property provides a 2 bedroom rental unit and 3 bedroom main unit. Located on a large corner lot in bustling New Dorp Beach, you're surrounded with tons of community fun and public transportation options.

With a red brick facing on the bottom half and white cedar shake on top, the aesthetic is quaint and charming. In addition to a one-car garage, this home also provides parking for up to 4 cars in the driveway and partially paved side yard. A big front yard is inviting and well-manicured.

Once inside, the entry foyer opens to a large tiled living room with brick fireplace. To the right is…

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Bring your bids- a fully detached two family 6/6 home just hit the market in Staten Island! Highly sought after by large families moving in from Brooklyn or elsewhere, it isn't often that this type of property becomes available. Big enough for extended family, 695 Collfield Avenue also happens to be in beautiful Willowbrook.

In excellent condition, this two story hi-ranch home has plenty of old-world charm. This property features two spacious three bedroom apartments as well as a partially finished basement.

With white columns around the front entrance and balcony and a red brick and white vinyl front, the Romanesque architecture presents quite an impression from the curb. The large lot spans 48 by 100- just imagine the possibilities for large…

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What are Staten Island's best kept secrets? We're here to let you in on them! On Staten Island's North, Mid-Island, and South Shore sections, Anthony Licciardello and Hannah Jay identify some of the most beautiful yet mysterious locations in Staten Island.

These neighborhoods are home to luxury Staten Island homes and are each charming in their own unique way. Yet, since they lie off the beaten path, these streets offer luxury homes for a great value. This is an depth discussion about the history, home styles, transportation, unique views and amenities each of these neighborhoods has to offer.

PLUS- a discussion about property taxes that may just save you lots of money! There are lots of ways to reduce the property taxes you pay each year, whether…

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