Here you can find specific points of interest on Staten Island. Including commercial centers, cultural attractions, or other places that might just would not typically find. This could also incorporate unusual places, some that are a bit off the beaden path.


Welcome to Raintree: A Premier Downsizing Destination in Freehold, NJ

As you drive into Raintree, you're welcomed by a system of wide, well-kept streets surrounded by elegantly designed townhomes and condominiums. There are nine separate villages in the community: Willowbend, Olde Oaks I & II, Heather Ridge I, II & III, Arbors, and Briarglen I & II. Every community has a distinct character and offers a range of architectural plans and styles to accommodate various tastes.

Taking a Look Around the Residences

One of the condos greets you with a roomy, open-concept layout as soon as you enter. The spacious atmosphere is enhanced by high ceilings and big windows, which let in an abundance of natural light into the living areas. The quartz…

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Welcome to Village Springs at Montvale: The Perfect Neighborhood in Colts Neck Township, NJ

Tucked away in the charming environs of Montvale, New Jersey, Village Springs provides the ideal fusion of contemporary luxury and neighborhood-focused living. The initial impression upon entering this private development is one of peace and beauty. The exquisitely designed entrance, featuring well-groomed lawns and vivid foliage, establishes the standard for what inhabitants can anticipate in this premium community.

Getting Started in the Community

Village Springs welcomes you with broad, immaculate roadways that are bordered by tastefully constructed townhomes. The homes have sophisticated siding and stone combinations that give off a modern yet…

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Examining The Anchor at Glassworks II: The Perfect Neighborhood for Downsizing

The Anchor at Glassworks II, tucked away in the tranquil surroundings of Aberdeen Township, New Jersey, offers the ideal fusion of contemporary living and neighborhood character. While visiting this recently created community we were impressed by how well it accommodates those who want to downsize without sacrificing convenience or quality.

Welcome to The Anchor at Glassworks II

As soon as you drive into the community, you are drawn in by the exquisitely designed surroundings. The complex has an inviting feel thanks to its well-kept lawns, sidewalks, and plenty of vegetation. The standard of living that people can anticipate in this well-designed setting is set…

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Looking for a single family detached home right by the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge? Located in the Fort Wadsworth area, this home might strike your fancy!

452 Home Avenue has been fully renovated with luxurious finishings. At 3 beds and 2 baths, there’s enough space for the whole family in addition to a large finished basement and backyard!

This home is just blocks from picturesque Von Briesen Park and White Park, and the shoreline with views of the bridge and city. But perhaps best of all- you could be in Brooklyn in under 10 minutes with the Verrazano-Narrows bridge entrance just blocks away!

This property gleams with curb appeal with a stone front and espresso wood door. Gated parking fits one car with plenty of street parking…

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Sweeping luxury is now available to a lucky buyer at 146 Mills Avenue. This detached two-family home is finished with brick and aluminum siding features 6 bedrooms and 3 baths offers a 5 room over 7 room layout.

With over 3,300 square feet of living space, a large lot and backyard, and a finished basement, this home is huge and a true rarity in Staten Island! 

Not only is the home extremely desirable on its own, let's talk about location! The neighborhood of Arrochar is right under the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, meaning you could be in Brooklyn within minutes. This is a hot neighborhood for buyers with the added benefit of being so close to South Beach!

Inside 146 Mills Avenue

Once you enter, you are immediately greeted by the main unit's…

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Pictured: RealEstateSINY.com aerial drone shot of Empire Outlets under construction, June 2018.)

New York City’s debut outlet center will reportedly open in mid-April, according to the Staten Island Advance.

Travis Noyes, Empire Outlets’ Senior Vice President of Marketing, revealed to the Advance that the six building, 1.1 million square foot shopping center located on the St. George waterfront will open in phases beginning with a ribbon cutting April 17. The following day will have a grand opening with a portion of retail shops ready for business.

The remainder of stores are slated to open between April and August. Anchor retailer Nordstrom has been confirmed to open on July 4. Other major brands include H&M and Nike Factory Outlet.

The…

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What are your shopping habits for the holidays? Do you shop mostly online, or do you still love the traditional experience of shopping in person? In our latest Facebook live video, PR Director Hannah Jay and Broker/Co-Owner Anthony Licciardello get into large-scale developments happening right now in Staten Island's retail sector.

First, the elephant in the room is the Empire Outlets. Just this development alone is slated to house 1.1 million square feet of retail- including a 33,000 square foot H&M and 30,000 square foot Nordstrom Rack!

Also on the horizon are a total of 4 new movie theatres, including an IMAX and dine-in cinema and brewery. Currently, we have just two movie theatres. While two might be too few, is 6 more than we need?

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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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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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We always try to keep on top of Staten Island's real estate progress. And there is always much to talk about with this ever-changing borough!

But it's also interesting to reminisce on those projects lost to the wind too. What could have been, you may wonder? Were they better off unfinished?

So in reverse order, let's count down the Top 6 White Elephants in Staten Island real estate before these strange events are left in the sands of time.

6. Fast Ferry

 

 

We are certainly grateful to have a free 24/7 ferry leaving from St. George every 30 minutes that docks in Manhattan. However, residents on Staten Island's South Shore face the longest commute times in the country- about a quarter of them have commutes of at least two hours each…

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