Clifton
Neighborhood in Staten Island, New York
Richmond County 10304
A mix of single-family and multi-family homes
Single-family and multi-family properties sit side by side along tree-lined streets, offering a true residential feel. “It’s an older area, so it’s a mix of semi-attached and detached homes, with a few housing complexes,” Fleming says, adding that the variety reflects the diversity of the community. While rental units make up the multi-family buildings, single-family homes range from duplexes to more stately detached Victorian builds. Townhouses can range in price from $230,000 to $680,000. Semi-detached duplexes, listing from the low $400,000s to the mid $700,000s, often feature brick and aluminum-siding exteriors with fenced-in front yards and built-in garages. The same price range applies to the Tudor, Craftsman and colonial-style single-family homes on the shady streets of Vanderbilt Avenue.Waterside views and lakeside recreation
Clifton’s location along the water puts residents steps away from scenic bayfront views. “People are close to the waterfront,” Fleming says. “It’s not a beach area, but a walking area with water views that oversee the Manhattan skyline.” Just north of the neighborhood, folks can stroll along the Stapleton Waterfront Park and stop at the Canal Street Waterfront Observation Deck. The Rev. Dr. Maggie Howard Playground provides play structures for children as well as sports facilities like basketball courts. Nearby, Tappen Park provides open green space and often hosts community events such as the Fall Freedom Festival. The one-day October fest features kid-friendly activities, including pumpkin painting, haunted walkthroughs and storytelling. About a mile east of the neighborhood lies Silver Lake Park, a 209-acre tract with trails along the picturesque Silver Lake, as well as sports fields, tennis courts and the 18-hole Silver Lake Golf Course. The park also has a dog park for canine companions. Eibs Pond Park is a protected wetland home to a bounty of plant and bird species south of Clifton.Small class sizes on Staten Island
Students in Clifton may start their education at P.S. 78, which serves prekindergarten through fifth grade, before advancing to I.S. 49 Berta A. Dreyfus. Both schools earn B-minus grades from Niche. Concord High School receives a C grade. With a population of under 200 students, the high school’s motto is "Small School, Small Classes, Big Results." The school offers paid internship opportunities and co-op classes, including carpentry and graphic design, to prepare students for life after graduation. Wagner College is a private, liberal arts institution just outside Clifton that prides itself on small class sizes and offers undergraduate and graduate programs.Getting around by car, train, foot and ferry
For this island community, public transportation is available by train, bus and ferry. “The train that runs through town is a great feature for people that commute to the city,” Fleming says. The Staten Island Railway line runs the entirety of the island, with stops at the Clifton train station. The Staten Island Ferry is an option for connecting to Manhattan. “You hop on the train and go right to the ferry, but the ferry isn’t even that far for people who like to walk,” Fleming adds. “They can get to the ferry pretty easily.” The free shuttle leaves from the St. George Ferry Terminal every 30 minutes, and every 15 minutes during morning and evening rush hours. For car drivers, the Staten Island Expressway, or Route 278, stretches the length of the island, connecting to New Jersey to the west and Brooklyn to the east.Diverse eateries on Bay Street, outlet shopping in St. George
Aptly named Bay Street, which hugs the waterfront, houses a majority of the neighborhood’s restaurants and a handful of local shops. “Bay Street is a popular area for restaurants, and there are a lot of new restaurants opening all the time,” Fleming says. “It’s very diverse; there are all kinds of ethnicities when it comes to food.” Adorned with bamboo lamps and unique South Asian décor, Lakruwana offers a menu of Sri Lankan specialties. Just a few doors down, eclectic chandeliers illuminate the elevated Italian dishes served at Vinum Tuscan Restaurant and Wine Bar, which features cozy wood-paneled and exposed brick interiors. Further inland, Mona’s Cuisine is loved for its no-fuss African and Caribbean-inspired plates. Locals shop brand-name retailers like H&M, Nike and Levi’s at Empire Outlets, about 2 miles north of Clifton. Nearby grocery options include Market Fresh Supermarket and Key Food Marketplace.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Raj Jaggi
Raj Jaggi
Responds QuicklyVORO LLC
(516) 518-6053
592 Total Sales
1 in Clifton
$630,000 Price
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Danny Chung
Danny Chung
(866) 968-7198
99 Total Sales
1 in Clifton
$410,000 Price
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Charles Olson
Charles Olson
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Empire
(973) 755-3498
168 Total Sales
2 in Clifton
$460K - $616K Price Range
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Vivian Kuo
Vivian Kuo
Responds QuicklyCorcoran Group
(646) 779-2678
25 Total Sales
1 in Clifton
$508,000 Price
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Annmarie Triolo
Annmarie Triolo
Responds QuicklyTRIOLO REALTY GROUP
(929) 552-6646
17 Total Sales
1 in Clifton
$610,000 Price
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Eyston Perez
Eyston Perez
Responds QuicklyDouglas Elliman Real Estate
(914) 863-6122
32 Total Sales
1 in Clifton
$1,200,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
De Matti Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Silver Lake Park
- Golf
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Tappen Park
- Picnic Area
Eibs Pond Park
- Fishing
- Trails
Transit
Airport
Newark Liberty International
26 min drive
Train
Clifton
Bus
Tompkins Av & Townsend Av
Bus
Targee St & Vanderbilt Av
Bus
Vanderbilt Av & Errington Pl
Bus
Targee St & Palma Dr
Bus
Bay St & Townsend Av
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Clifton | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Clifton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Clifton, Staten Island sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Clifton, Staten Island over the last 12 months is $538,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$599,000
Median Sale Price
$538,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$588,888
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$669,888
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$441
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
684
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1993
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,688
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,600
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 211 - 4pm
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Sunday, Jun 221am - 2:30pm
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Sunday, Jun 2212 - 1:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
10,926
Median Age
37
Population Density
58 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,903
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,887
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82%
College Graduates
22%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
68
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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