On the south shore of Staten Island, Rossville is a comfortable community offering family-friendly appeal, well-regarded schools and proximity for Manhattan commuters. “A lot of people do move here because of the community,” says Stephanie Orefice, a Rossville native and current resident, who is an NYS Associate Real Estate Broker and NJS Real Estate Associate with Robert Defalco Realty. “It’s very conveniently close to shopping, and the 440 Expressway for anybody that needs to commute, so overall it’s a pretty desirable area.” Area natives who want to be close to family are inclined to stay or return and put down extended roots. The neighborhood is also home to Rossville AME Zion Church, a rare historically black church on Staten Island, and a huge nature preserve, which runs along the neighborhood’s western side.
Rossville
Colonial homes, townhouses and condos
The sidewalks along the shaded tree-lined streets pass by townhouses and colonial-style homes. A two-story semi-detached house might cost between $750,000 and $839,000. Brick and stucco townhouses go for $549,000 to $825,000. “There are some two-families in Rossville, but they’re not as easy to come by,” Orefice says. The area has a few condo developments, including Fawn Ridge, where a two-bedroom might cost between $430,000 and $479,000. Some condos use a townhouse-style layout, offering roomier living space with a community feel.
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Restaurants and more in Woodrow Plaza
Nearby Woodrow Plaza provides shopping and dining options. “There’s Walgreens there, a bakery, an Italian meat store, Starbucks, Orange Theory; it’s really a great hub,” says Orefice. The area includes Eat Italian, which tosses classic pizzas and serves a slate of Italian specialties. Misaki Sushi and Islander Taste Chinese are a few doors down. Groceries can be found in the northern part of the neighborhood, at Ideal Fresh of Rossville.
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Trails at Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
To the west of the neighborhood, Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve is a sprawling nature preserve which offers walking trails, and areas for birdwatching and picnicking. There are also paths for horseback riding. The South Shore Golf Course sits between Alverson and Hugenot Avenues. Bloomingdale Park and Playground offers play structures, bocce courts and nature trails, about a mile south of the neighborhood.
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Well-rated schools
Pre-K through fifth-grade students can attend PS 56 The Louis Desario School, which has an A minus rating from Niche. Frank D. Paulo serves middle school students and has an A rating from Niche. Tottenville High School has a B plus rating from Niche.
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Express buses, plus the Hugenot station nearby
Most people make the commute to Manhattan by car. Bus stops can be found along Woodrow Avenue, and there are express buses to take residents into the city. Commuters can also take the train from the Hugenot station, about two miles away, to the Staten Island Ferry. The ferry ride is about 25 minutes to Lower Manhattan’s Whitehall Terminal.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Vincent Koo
Vincent Koo
EXP Realty
(929) 552-9370
81 Total Sales
1 in Rossville
$548,000 Price
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Judith McKenna
Judith McKenna
RE/MAX Select Group
(848) 281-3315
149 Total Sales
4 in Rossville
$435K - $1.4M Price Range
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John Sprague
John Sprague
RE/MAX Elite
(718) 751-0584
104 Total Sales
7 in Rossville
$390K - $825K Price Range
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Steve Caro
Steve Caro
Robert DeFalco Realty, Inc.
(855) 617-4903
45 Total Sales
3 in Rossville
$635K - $970K Price Range
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Amy Arnone
Amy Arnone
Jason Mitchell Real Estate New Jersey, LLC
(917) 924-6379
89 Total Sales
2 in Rossville
$440K - $560K Price Range
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Philip DeCarlo
Philip DeCarlo
Compass Florida LLC
(551) 205-5824
53 Total Sales
1 in Rossville
$510,000 Price
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
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Owl Hollow
- Soccer
Bloomingdale Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Wolfe's Pond Park
Blue Heron Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Nature Center
Transit
Rossville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rossville, Staten Island sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rossville, Staten Island over the last 12 months is $390,680, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$444,500
Median Sale Price
$390,680
Median Single Family Sale Price
$407,840
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$453,160
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$359,800
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
95
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$226
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,760
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1990
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,354
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,677
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
935
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
770
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,005
Median Age
42
Population Density
22 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$104,177
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,734
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.6%
Advanced Degrees
11.3%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
19''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 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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Woodrow
A South Shore neighborhood with in-demand housing and family-friendly charm
Huguenot
Staten Island suburbia with waterfront homes and easy shopping on the South Shore
Annadale
Waterfront suburbia by the Blue Heron preserve on Staten Island’s South Shore
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