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NEW LISTING - ONE FAMILY HOME - NEW DORP

CHECK OUT MY NEW LISTING IN NEW DORP--41 CENTER PLACE!

This lovely, one family Colonial on the East Shore of Staten Island is situated on a 40' x 60' lot, has three bedrooms (the master large enough to convert into another bedroom), a formal dining room, large living room with working fireplace, eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer, two new bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout, a closed-in sun porch to relax in throughout the seasons, huge unfinished working basement (great for you D.I.Y.ers--set up your work bench!) with egress to side yard and a parking pad that can accommodate two cars.

With two means of egress from the first floor--front entrance as well as side entrance--it is perfect for entertaining in the spring and summer.  The…

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Multi-Level Shopping Center Planned For Hylan Plaza

A large retail development is in the works to revamp Hylan Plaza, aiming to turn New Dorp into Staten Island's new "downtown hub."

[Graphic source: kimcorealty.com]

Kimco Realty, owner of the Hylan Plaza shopping center, has posted plans for a new, multi-level complex called "The Boulevard." Development will allow for the addition of nine new buildings to the site on Hylan Blvd at Ebbits Street, while only keeping two existing buildings. Since the work is still in the conceptualization phase, a spokesperson for the company was unable to determine when construction would begin. It is not known which of the existing stores in the space will remain there.

Currently, Hylan Plaza is home to about 32 stores. "The Boulevard" will have ground-level…

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Four Neighborhood Cafés To Cure Cold Weather Blues

As the cool winds pick up and our noses begin to run, we find that fall is currently in session and Old Man Winter is just around the bend. A hot cup of Joe can combat the harsh seasons, but instead of the usual big-name shops, try one of these local cafés to warm you up.

Beans & Leaves in West Brighton is the quinessential, cozy café. This snug shop on Forest Avenue opened its doors in May of 2012. Customers keep coming back for the relaxed atmosphere, warm service, and free wi-fi. Grab a seat at a table or in a comfy lounge chair. Beans & Leaves serves a full coffee and tea menu, as well as Coffee of the Day, with mouthwatering flavors such as toasted marshmellow, graham cracker, and cinnamon bun. The shop also serves snacks and desserts with gluten…

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Nostalgic Staten Island Memorabilia For Sale!

Do you remember a night out bowling with friends at Victory Lanes? What about catching a movie at the Lane Theater? How about those warm summer days spent at the South Beach Amusement Park? Well now you have the chance to buy back a piece of your past!

Antiques dealer and collector Bill Nesnay of Pine Beach, NJ has recently come into posession of many pieces of historical Staten Island memorabilia. He bought them from the owner of an abandoned storage facility, who also an antiques enthusiast, having purchased the items from shops and stores around S.I. as they went out of business back in the day.

[Photo source: silive.com]

A few hot items are a framed poster from the former Paramount Theater, projectors from the Lane Theater of New Dorp, two…

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Revitalizing New Dorp Lane

The newly formed New Dorp Merchants Group's mission is simple- to create an influx of shoppers in order to fill the vacancies. Once a bustling retail center, New Dorp Lane has fallen victim to competiton from popular shopping destiations like the Staten Island Mall. It is the Merchant Group's hope that more will join the fold of over ten new businesses that have opened in the past year.  The group will soon incorporate into a non-profit called the New Dorp Local Development Corporation and has big plans to set in motion.

The Lane theater formerly located on New Dorp Lane, Staten Island. Featured Movie was 'Night Hawks' in June, 1981. (Staten Island Advance Photo)

Those big plans begin with the Columbus Day festival this Monday, from 11am to 5pm,…

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Homes sold in New Dorp June & July 2014

In June & July of 2014, 13 properties sold in New Dorp ranging from roughly $212,000 to $760,000. Below is a breakdown of sales on the Mid Island's New Dorp section by property type with prices in ascending order. 

One Family Detached-

1. 45 Maple Terrace- $212,500

2. 95 Allison Avenue- $280,000

3. 22 Garibaldi Avenue- $355,000

4. 45 Beacon Avenue- $530,000

5. 108 Locust Avenue- $575,000

6. 92 Lindbergh Avenue- $585,000

One Family Attached-

1. 58 Mill Road- $299,000

Two Family Semi-Attached- 

1. 19 Weed Avenue- $375,000

Two Family Detached-

1. 66 Locust Avenue- $513,000

2. 25 4th Street- $525,000

3. 138 Bryant Avenue- $535,000

4. 105 Lindbergh Avenue- $732,000

5. 206 Bancroft Avenue- $760,000

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Homes Sold in New Dorp January 2014

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 Mid Island's New Dorp Section by property type with prices in ascending order.

One Family Detached-

1. 47 Waterside Street- $120,000

2. 108 Ebbits Street- $265,000

3. 137 Marine Way- $392,500

4. 126 Bryant Avenue- $425,000

5. 365 Rose Avenue- $430,000

6. 218 Reno Avenue- $460,000

7. 250 Princeton Avenue- $529,000

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Cooking Up Culinary Acclaim on Staten Island

Staten Island has been making headlines in the culinary community of New York City. NYC is home to thousands of restaurants and where two popular Island eateries rank is quite impressive.

Denino’s Pizzeria and Tavern in Port Richmond has been a staple in the community since 1937. Highly reputed as the best pizza on Staten Island, the family-friendly establishment claimed the number 64 spot on the Zagat top 100.  The menu includes about 30 different varieties of pizza and other traditional Italian-American favorites like fried calamari, mozzarella sticks, and rice balls.

Bocelli’s Italian restaurant in Grasmere comes in at number 95 on the Zagat top 100. The restaurant guide describes Bocelli’s:  “With "delicious" seafood specialties that "aren't…

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Staten Island Retail Market Keeps Expanding With New Additions to Shopping Plazas

            Staten Island has been coined “The Forgotten Borough” by many, including its own residents.  However, in the past few months it seems the retail world was reminded just how worthy the Island is. Developers are making investments here to bring shopping and attractions to our shores. With so many up and coming additions to a variety of neighborhoods, it’s most assuredly a borough to be remembered! Here are some of the new attractions that make Staten Island worthy of your investment.

            Grocery shopping can be one of the most daunting tasks of the month especially for those who live in underserved areas of the Island. As these neighborhoods expand, so does the need for conveniently located markets.  Shopping has become easier for…

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