$717,725Average Value$4,881Average Price per Sq Ft21Homes For Sale
Single-family homes with private lawns define this residential area
Situated on Staten Island’s north shore, West Brighton is characterized by tree-shaded streets lined with well-maintained sidewalks and large, nearby lakes and parks. Older Cape Cods, detached duplexes and colonial-style homes make up most of the housing, though a smattering of other styles like Tudor are also common. “West Brighton is unique in itself. It’s one of the busier areas, almost Brooklyn-like with its mom-and-pop stores and high-traffic streets, like Forest Avenue and Castleton Avenue. Richmond University Medical Center is also there,” says Kevin Bryant, a licensed real estate agent with Compass, who specializes in the area. One of the area’s perks is the proximity to the Staten Island Ferry which conveniently brings commuters to Manhattan.
A Dutch Colonial House in West Brighton.
Old Cape Cods on West Raleigh Avenue in West Brighton.
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Small local parks with sprawling green spaces nearby
Locals can enjoy Corporal Thompson Park, a small, recreationally focused green space, as well as Heritage Park along the Kill Van Kull waterfront. Outdoor activities are a big part of life in West Brighton, thanks in part to the two large, neighboring green spaces. Silver Lake Park spans 209 acres and includes a vast reservoir encircled by trees that bloom beautifully in the spring season, as well as sports fields, tennis courts and basketball courts. Also within the park is an 18-hole public golf course, and a dog run for furry residents and playgrounds for children. Nearby, the 193-acre Clove Lakes Park takes a different approach by maintaining much of the natural, wild environment around its three lakes. Designated a protected “Forever Wild” site, locals explore the area on foot via hiking trails and take advantage of the fishing, canoeing and paddle boating on the lakes. The Staten Island War Memorial Ice Skating Rink is open during winter months, and Clove Lakes has year-round soccer, football and baseball fields.
Corporal Thompson Park in West Brighton is a crucial soccer hub for the community.
Clove Lakes Park is a park in Castleton Corners consisting of 3 interconnected lakes.
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Moderately priced homes and limited condos
“It’s a big investment neighborhood with a lot of multifamily homes. On pricing, it goes all over the place,” says Bryant. Price points are slightly lower than the rest of the borough, averaging $733,520 per single-family home, with some options in the mid-$500,000 range. Buyers can find chic, three-bedroom colonials for around $710,000 and a renovated, four-bedroom for $809,000, but a fully-renovated colonial on a large lot can ask for upwards of $1.2 million. Brick-clad Cape Cods go for $799,000, and two- to-three bedrooms currently range anywhere from $750,000 to $799,000. New, detached single-family duplexes list around $829,000. One-bedroom condos typically start at $225,00, but are rare to come on the market.
A row of colonial homes in West Brightomn.
A large modern single-family home in West Brighton.
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No-frills, laid-back dining along Forest Avenue
Forest Avenue is the main thoroughfare, lined with stores like Key Food Marketplace for groceries, cafes for takeaway coffees, local markets for produce and restaurants. For comfort food, locals head to Sally’s Southern & BBQ for their chicken and waffles, while Pronto Pizza Pasta is the ideal spot for a laid-back slice of ’za. For sports bars and pub fare, Bryant recommends The Kettle Black and Jody’s Club Forest, adding that Burrito Bar is another neighborhood staple. While not technically in the boundaries of the neighborhood, The Stone House at Clover Lake is the go-to for date night or a fancy dinner, serving American fare beneath a beautiful cathedral ceiling ribbed with exposed wooden beams and chandeliers. Target is also in neighboring Port Richmond.
Sally's Southern BBQ is a local favorite in West Brighton.
The Kettle Black is the largest gastropub in West Brighton.
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Big attractions for families
Near the waterfront, Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Gardens draws residents from all over Staten Island for its concerts, expansive greenery, historic architecture and Chinese Scholar's Garden. On the south end of the neighborhood, the Staten Island Zoo is home to over 1,100 animals from around the world, including an impressive selection of reptiles and snakes, and has plenty of children’s programming.
Snug Harbor Cultural Center has a botanical garden, museums, and green space in West Brighton.
Historical buildings are part of Snug Harbor Cultural Center by West Brighton.
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A-minus and B-rated schools
P.S. 45 John Tyler, an A-minus-rated school on Niche, serves prekindergarten students to fifth grade, as well as two other local elementary schools, including P.S. 18 and P.S. 019. I.S. 27 Anning S. Prall is an A-minus-rated middle school with three unique academic focuses: Engineering, Enterprise and Journalism, as well as diverse programming in music and the arts. In St. George, Curtis High School serves grades nine through 12 and receives a B rating on Niche.
I.S. 27's mission: Cultivating love, kindness, healing, hope, and inspiration among students.
The student population of P.S 45 is made up of 52% female students and 48% male students.
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Close to Staten Island Ferry and Verrazano-Narrows Bridge
Many residents get around town via car, but the bus is accessible at multiple stops throughout the neighborhood. Just 3 miles away, on the northern tip of Staten Island, residents embark from St. George terminal to Manhattan in roughly 25 minutes. The neighborhood is also near I-278 for access to the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge to Brooklyn.
The Staten Island Ferry is a fast connection from West Brighton to Manhattan.
West Brighton is a quiet neighborhood in Staten Island, New York.
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I've lived in this neighborhood for almost 17 years the street I live on is very safe I'm close to the hospital which is great this neighborhood has lovely restaurants like Panini Grill, Cafe Milano and others. The people in this neighborhood are very friendly . We have some lovely parks Clove Lakes Park ,Silver Lakes Park and Walker Park just to name a few. it's also close to the Staten Island Ferry and just arrived on the 44 bus to the Staten Island Mall. The schools in this neighborhood a very safe but I would have to say if you don't have to send your kid to PS 18 then don't that's only from experience they have done a lot with that school but just the area I'm not too fond about.
3.0Current Resident
3/15/2024Niche Review
More safety in place. Enjoy the families living in the area. Would like to see more playgrounds and family accessible activities.
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West Brighton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Brighton, Staten Island sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in West Brighton, Staten Island over the last 12 months is $656,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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