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Today, we start a new blog series titled "Neighborhood Spotlight." In this series, we will dedicate a blog post to highlighting some of the neighborhoods around Staten Island and talking about some fun and interesting things to visit there!

In today's "Neighborhood Spotlight" we will be talking about the south shore neighborhood of Annadale. 

History

Annadale was originally the location of a seaside post office and has it's own location on the Staten Island Rail Road. It's was given it's name in honor of Mrs. Anna S. Seguine in 1860. The Seguine's were of French descent, and one of the oldest Staten Island families. Joseph Seguine was a fifth generation Huguenot who worked as a farmer, shipping merchant, and industrialist. His home on 440 Seguine…

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Another snowy week embraces Staten Island and the Northeast (How many weeks has it been?), and we look for ways to enjoy life and stop kvetching about the weather!  I stopped in to visit my friends at Wicked Stitches at 840 Castleton Ave. in West Brighton during a brutally cold day. 

These two charming ladies, Nancy Nix and Carolyn Buckheit, welcome their customers as friends.  Are you looking for a unique anniversary gift? Wicked Stitches should be your first stop.  How about a wedding gift, birthday, bridal party, house warming gift?  You will find it at Wicked Stitches.  They custom embroider every gift.  You will see sweatshirts with neighborhood names embroidered on them.  Who isn’t proud of their neighborhood?  Westerleigh, New Brighton,…

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Beer lovers unite! Play Sports Bar in Annadale will be hosting the American Craft Beer Festival this Saturday, November 8th.


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The all-American selection will highlight fall, pumpkin, and early winter beers. Featured brews will hail from well-known brands such as Sam Adams, Dogfish Head, Ommegang, and Founders, as well as local up-and-coming brands such as Flagship and Brooklyn Brewery. There will also be live acoustic music and beer reps available to further discuss and promote key brands. But here's the real treat: ticket price not only includes unlimited beer tastings, but also all-you-can-eat gourmet pizza!

This event will take place in two separate sessions, 12pm-4pm and 6pm-10pm. Tickets are $45 in advance or $50 at…

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Fans of the Food Network show "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives," longtime friends Lou Gelormino and Mike Lauro aimed to provide Staten Island with a bar/restaurant that serves new and interesting variations on traditional pub dishes.


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The Twisted Dish Tavern, in Annadale, has been open since June. The unconventional menu, led by Chef Kristen Tutrone, serves up everything from small plates and appetizers, to sandwiches, entrees, and desserts. Just to paint a picture, eccentric examples include a 9 oz. hamburger patty topped with bacon, brie, and caramelized banana with a sweet rum glaze, and a grilled cheese sandwich with peanut butter, banana, jelly, bacon, and cheddar. The beverage menu doesn't fall short, either, with…

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In August of 2014, 10 properties sold in Annadale ranging from roughly $359 to $744,000. Below is a breakdown of sales on the South Shore's Annadale section by property type with prices in ascending order.

One Family Semi-Attached-

1. 39 Isben Avenue- $359,000

2. 256 Woehrle Avenue- $417,000

One Family Attached-

1. 192 Kenilworth Avenue- $373,000

Two Family Attached-

1. 28 Detroit Avenue- $405,000

One Family Detached-

1. 501 Arden Avenue- $430,000

2. 107 Stafford Avenue- $495,000

Two Family Semi Attached- 

1. 29 Downes Avenue- $488,800

Two Family Detached-

1. 25 Summit Place- $719,000

2. 234 Iona Avenue- $740,000

3. 3 Mosley Avenue- $744,000

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In June & July of 2014, 34 properties sold in Annadale ranging from roughly $293,000 to $839,000. Below is a breakdown of sales on the South Shore's Annadale section by property type with prices in ascending order. 

One Family Attached-

1. 107 Crown Avenue $293,000

2. 34 Crown Court- $305,000

3. 166 Kenilworth Avenue- $315,000

4. 36 Seguine Place- $325,000

5. 26 Regina Lane- $388,500

6. 22 Lorraine Avenue- $415,000

7. 88 Presentation Circle- $480,000

One Family Semi-Attached-

1. 210 Woodrow Road- $380,000

2. 52 Sunfield Avenue- $400,000

3. 53 Winston Street- $450,000

4. 37 Lorrain Avenue- $475,000

5. 64 Woehrle Avenue- $487,500

One Family Detached-

1. 1056 Arden Avenue- $395,000

2. 230 Barclay Avenue- $450,000

3. 75…

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In Febuary & March of 2014, 17 properties sold on in Annadale ranging from roughly $280,000 to $800,000. Below is a breakdown of sales on the South Shore's Annadale Section by property type with prices in ascending order.

One Family Semi Attached-

1. 152 Annadale Road- $280,800

2. 96 Kenmore Street- $397,000

3. 423 Annadale Road- $470,000

One Family Attached-

1. 14 Alexsandra Court- $285,000

2. 81 Moffett Street- $320,000

One Family Detached-

1. 111 Holcomb Avenue- $340,000

2. 4969 Amboy Road- $525,000

3. 190 Tenafly Place- $545,000

4. 120 Barclay- $805,000

Two Family Semi Attached-

1. 73 Green Valley Road- $435,000

2. 92 Tynan Street- $545,000

Condo-

1. 740 Annadale Road #B- $520,000

Two Family Detached-

1. 107…

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In January of 2014, 261 properties sold on Staten Island ranging from roughly $60,000 to $1.3 Million. Below is a breakdown of sales on the South Shore's S.E. Annadale Section by property type with prices in ascending order.

One Family Detached-

1. 122 Koch Blvd $330,600

One Family Semi Attached-

1. 343 Arbutus Avenue- $490,000

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Every week, Gillani Homes will share a featured listing right here on our blog. Each listing has its own distinct personality and features that vary from home to home. As a prospective buyer it is most important to find the right home that fits your needs and checks off all the boxes on your list. Between size, neighborhood, finishings, proximity to transportation, and more the task of finding the right home can be daunting. Luckily, here at Gillani Homes we have a diverse selection of homes for sale on Staten Island that are bound to make your search a rewarding one! 

This week's featured home is 10 Pine Terrace, located in the heart of Annadale. This home is centrally located within short walking distance to the Annadale train station allowing for an…

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New Yorker’s are known as some of the most hardworking people in the world. With our busy schedules and workloads, the last thing we need is a daunting commute.  Luckily, for Staten Islanders, officials have taken notice of our desire for a hassle free trip to and from work every day. The improvements will undoubtedly make getting “From point A to point B” less stressful and more enjoyable. Here is a look at the improvements coming to our borough.

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The first improvement comes to a service that we are very well known for, The Staten Island Ferry. Chances are, no matter where you live in the city, you have seen one of the bright orange ferry boats make a trip across the harbor.  According to The Staten Island Advance, starting…

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