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Seller's Agent in 2024
Francis Franzen
Salmon Realty Group
1 in this area
44 Total Sales
78 Merrick Ave Staten Island, NY 10301
Todt Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,245,000 - $1,297,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,540
Sq Ft
$827/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Fireplace
- Myra S. Barnes Intermediate School 24 Rated A
- Formal Dining Room
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of August 2024Location! Location! Location! Welcome to 78 Merrick Ave, sitting atop prestigious Todt Hill on an idyllic dead end block positioned at the highest point on the Eastern seaboard. This oversized sprawling brick broadside ranch welcomes you with its Grand Circular driveway and well manicured front yard. Featuring a spacious layout with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open entry foyer leading to a spacious sunken living room with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room w/ access to a garden room, huge island eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, wine fridge, and more. The flowing layout offers plenty of room for gathering friends and family and overlooks the private yard with a large inground pool. Generous size Primary bedroom offers a new 4 piece bath with double vanity. Brand new full main bath that services the remaining 2 bedrooms. Full finished basement with large wet bar great for entertaining, beautiful new 3/4 bath, laundry room, utility room and storage area. 2 car garage, hot water heating, central A/C, central vacuum, inground sprinkler system. All sitting on a sprawling 100 x 100 lot, this fantastic home located in Staten Island's most iconic location is a great opportunity to make your dream home! A true Rare opportunity!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Salmon Realty Group License #10401250126 Listed on: 06/03/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,335
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Lot Details
- 10,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100x100
- Fenced
- Sprinkler System
- Back Yard
- Property is zoned R1-1
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,540 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Fireplace
- Sunken Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Patio
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- 220 Volts
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0085 / 00881
- Assessor Parcel Number 00881-0085
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 3, 2024
Closed on
Aug 16, 2024
Sold by
Shevack Margaret
Bought by
Lapiedra James Richard and Waye Danielle Victoria
Seller's Agent
Francis Franzen
Salmon Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Arlene Waye
Century 21 Awaye Realty
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-10.65%
Views
40
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,691
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.84%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$987,972
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$285,719
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lapiedra James Richard | $1,250,000 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lapiedra James Richard | $105,000 | |
| Open | Lapiedra James Richard | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shevack Arthur C | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shevack Arthur C | $3,618 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2024 08/16/24 | Sold | $1,250,000 | -10.7% | $812 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2024 06/25/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/03/2024 06/03/24 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | -- | $908 / Sq Ft |
Source: Staten Island Multiple Listing Service
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,404 | $60,780 | $30,976 | $29,804 |
| 2024 | $5,509 | $64,860 | $27,384 | $37,476 |
| 2023 | $5,055 | $57,940 | $24,935 | $33,005 |
| 2022 | $4,797 | $54,660 | $28,920 | $25,740 |
| 2021 | $5,337 | $57,480 | $28,920 | $28,560 |
| 2020 | $6,066 | $63,540 | $28,920 | $34,620 |
| 2019 | $6,552 | $68,940 | $28,920 | $40,020 |
| 2018 | $6,544 | $70,671 | $27,164 | $43,507 |
| 2017 | $11,586 | $66,672 | $25,958 | $40,714 |
| 2016 | $5,741 | $63,648 | $23,276 | $40,372 |
| 2015 | $5,381 | $63,648 | $27,189 | $36,459 |
| 2014 | $5,381 | $62,426 | $22,666 | $39,760 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Francis Franzen
-
Judith Iucci
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Judith Iucci
Salmon Realty Group
(908) 415-9099
1 in this area
45 Total Sales
-
Arlene Waye
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Arlene Waye
Century 21 Awaye Realty
(917) 763-7265
1 in this area
36 Total Sales
Map
Source: Staten Island Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 2402867
APN: 00881-0085
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