Richmondtown
A legacy celebrated at Historic Richmond Town
The area is best known for Historic Richmond Town, an authentic, living history museum showcasing the American experience from 1660 through the early 1900s. During the spring and summer months, Historic Richmond Town bustles with true-to-life period reenactors as they demonstrate the historically accurate farming, building, cooking and business practices, allowing visitors to experience the evolution of Staten Island through its architecture and daily life. The museum hosts educational workshops, presentations, hands-on activities and concerts for students and tourists. The site is also the home of the annual Richmond County Fair, a Labor Day tradition since 1895 that attracts up to 15,000 visitors from across the region.
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Grand, luxury homes appeal to residents
In Richmondtown, very few homes look alike. The neighborhood is smaller than most, consisting of a pocket of neatly arranged single-family homes with off-street parking and welcoming curb appeal. Housing ranges from charming, raised ranch-style homes to luxury Foursquares. Ranch-style houses and bi-levels round out the low spectrum of prices, typically costing between $665,000 and $980,000. Though greatly ranging in size, many grand brick colonial-style homes have garages and are set on larger lots. Prices for these may start at $775,000 and climb to $1.8 million for newly built construction.
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A-rated schools in Staten Island
Students may begin their education at P.S. 23 Richmondtown, one of Staten Island’s most desirable elementary programs due to its high ratings for its academics and teachers. Kids can continue to I.S. 24 Myra S. Barnes. Both schools earn an A from Niche. At Susan E. Wagner High School, students receive a rigorous curriculum infused with career and college readiness programs. The high school features multiple high-achieving learning centers, including the Academy of Performing and Visual Arts, the Future Teachers Academy and the Institute of Medicine, among many others.Surrounded by nature on the Staten Island Greenbelt
Richmondtown is surrounded by parks, cemeteries and forest preserves. The neighborhood borders the Staten Island Greenbelt, where 35 miles of trails and bike paths connect New York City’s largest contiguous system of public parklands and natural areas. The Greenbelt consists of several smaller greenspaces, including athletic fields, playgrounds, golf courses and protected wildlife habitats. La Tourette Golf Course sits just north of Richmondtown and is the only golf course on the island with a practice facility. Willowbrook Parkway hugs the neighborhood’s eastern border and offers a stretch of open green space with additional trails.
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Proximity to shopping centers and grocery stores
A few shopping centers flank Richmondtown, including Oakwood Center. The strip houses a Netcost Market grocery store and the Oakwood Diner, a laid-back spot offering American and Greek eats. The nearby Tysens Park Shopping Center and adjacent Hylan Plaza feature a variety of restaurants and shops, such as big-box retailers like HomeGoods and Old Navy. Additional grocery options include Stop & Shop and ShopRite of Hylan Plaza. North of the neighborhood, Italian classics like pasta dishes and Chicken Parmesan are served at Casa Verde Restaurant's white linen-covered tables. Next door, Mark’s Bake Shoppe offers freshly baked pastries and treats like cookies and specialty cakes.
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Getting around on the island, connections to Manhattan
The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, Staten Island’s most direct link to Brooklyn and beyond, can take nearly 20 minutes to reach during the morning rush, so many commuters prefer to ride the bus or train to the Staten Island Ferry and enjoy the views during the free 25-minute boat ride to lower Manhattan. Others find having a car is more convenient for transportation on the island itself, with major thoroughfares including the Staten Island Expressway and the West Shore Expressway. Additionally, the S54 and S74 bus lines run along the neighborhood’s northern boundary on Richmond Road. The Staten Island Railway – which runs the length of the island – stops at Oakwood Heights Station on Richmondtown’s southern border.
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Christina von Claparede-Crola
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Ali Rehan
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Amy Arnone
Amy Arnone
Jason Mitchell Real Estate New Jersey, LLC
(917) 924-6379
88 Total Sales
1 in Richmondtown
$940,000 Price
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Fran Reali
Fran Reali
BH&G Real Estate Safari Realty
(347) 934-6719
96 Total Sales
1 in Richmondtown
$900,000 Price
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Judith McKenna
Judith McKenna
RE/MAX Select Group
(848) 281-3315
151 Total Sales
1 in Richmondtown
$700,000 Price
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Pamela Zappulla
Pamela Zappulla
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Elite
(917) 397-0427
63 Total Sales
1 in Richmondtown
$640,000 Price
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Michael Dukhovny
MD
Michael Dukhovny
Responds QuicklyUNITED NATIONAL REALTY GROUP INC
(848) 281-0089
81 Total Sales
1 in Richmondtown
$572,500 Price
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Kathy Barzal
KB
Kathy Barzal
Responds QuicklyDiTommaso Real Estate
(848) 281-0192
101 Total Sales
3 in Richmondtown
$734K - $1M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
High Rock Park
- Lake
- Trails
- Hiking
Greencroft Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
LaTourette Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Golf
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Richmondtown | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Richmondtown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Richmondtown, Staten Island sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Richmondtown, Staten Island over the last 12 months is $431,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$390,490
Median Sale Price
$431,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$357,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$289,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
35
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$216
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
457
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,856
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,736
Median Age
47
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,239
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$120,057
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
50.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18%
% Population in Labor Force
62.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49
/ 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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