Real Estate News - Westerleigh

Staten Island Neighborhoods: Westerleigh

Posted by PreReal™ Prendamano Real Estate on December 5th, 2019

In this article of Staten Island Neighborhoods we focus on the residential area known as Westerleigh.  Westerleigh is located on the north shore of the island and is home to many tree lined blocks outlined by a few commercial avenues where most of the shopping occurs.  

Read on to learn more about what this neighborhood has to offer.

Living In Westerleigh

Westerleigh is situated in a very convenient and well-served part of Staten Island with many amenities close at hand. Westerleigh Park of course is nearby, and features beautiful scenery along with benches and a gazebo. Northerleigh Park is also close by and features sports fields. You can walk to Forest Avenue Shoppers Town where you can find amazing restaurants, diners, retail stores,…

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39 Willowbrook Rd

Posted by PreReal™ Prendamano Real Estate on January 21st, 2019

Announcing for sale 39 Willowbrook Rd. This well maintained semi-attached house is located in the highly desirable neighborhood of Westerleigh in Staten Island.

This gorgeous neighborhood is exceptional in every way. The classically beautiful and all-American homes found in Westerleigh have helped it build up a reputation of prestige in the area. The community is well-established with an ultra-rich history, and is home to some truly exquisite heritage properties with some dating back to the 1700s.

The three bedroom, three bath home features an open floor plan with a dining room and living room combo area, as well as a eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The kitchen leads out to a 20'x15' deck perfect for outdoor…

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Westerleigh and its Charm

Posted by PreReal™ Prendamano Real Estate on December 17th, 2018

One of the most charming communities in Staten Island is Westerleigh, bordered by Manor Road to the east; New York State Route 440 to the west, Victory Boulevard to the south, and Forest Avenue to the north.

Westerleigh is a popular real estate destination, especially for people seeking pretty single-family homes, with convenient transit to New York City. But Westerleigh dates back to a bucolic time that focused on agriculture – and Prohibition. Here are some interesting facts:

Westerleigh gets its name from the Westerleigh Collegiate Institute of Staten Island, which once taught children from kindergarten through college.

 

Westerleigh was once known as Prohibition Park. The community was founded in 1887 by the National Prohibition Campground…

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