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This house for sale can be found on our website Tomcrimminsrealty.com as well as nyc.flexmls.com (Multiple Listing Service). MLS # 1123238. OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!! SPRAWLING BROADSIDE RANCH LOCATED ON A TREE LINED STREET IN THE HEART OF WESTERLEIGH. HOME FEATURES A SURPRISINGLY LARGE FORMAL LIVING ROOM, EAT IN KITCHEN, LARGE MASTER BEDROOM, TWO ADDITIONAL GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS WITH PLENTY OF CLOSET SPACE. FEATURES ALSO INCLUDE HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT, NEWER FURNACE, NEWER ROOF, SIDING AND WINDOWS, RECESSED LIGHTING, HUGE FINISHED BASEMENT WITH 3/4 BATH AND YARD ACCESS, LARGE FENCED IN BACKYARD, DETACHED GARAGE, 2 CAR DRIVEWAY, CENTRAL AIR. CLOSE TO SCHOOLS, TRANSPORTATION AND 10 MINUTES TO THE VZ NARROWS BRIDGE. TOO MUCH TO LIST, A MUST…

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This house for sale can be found on our website Tomcrimminsrealty.com as well as nyc.flexmls.com (Multiple Listing Service). MLS # 1122884. Looking for the perfect 2 family house? This two family colonial style home is a must see!!! Located in the well sought after Westerleigh on the North Shore of Staten Island. This house is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Leading up to the home is a stunning front porch perfect for relaxing outside during beautiful weather.  When you enter the home you’ll notice there are hardwood floors and tile throughout.  Both apartments come with washer/dryer hookups, as well as a full basement. This home also features a 3 car garage. There is access to the front, side, and backyard. Perfect for pets and even barbeques! Close to…

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Closing costs are fees paid at the home closing, which is when the title of a residence is transferred from the seller to the buyer. These costs typically include real estate commissions, escrow fees, document recording fees, lawyer fees, title insurance fees, survey fees, and taxes. These costs can also include the expenses the home has incurred by buyers and sellers during any negotiations. Closing costs vary widely based on where you live, the property you buy, and the type of loan you choose.

 

What "Costs" Are There?

 Here is a list of fees that may be included in closing: 

  • Application Fee: This fee covers the cost for the lender to process your application. 
  • Appraisal: This is paid to the appraisal company to confirm the fair…

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This historic landmark was built in 1853-54. This home was constructed for Richard G. Smith, located in Stapleton, Staten Island. This was the first of many homes that helped grow Stapleton into the community it is today.This home was built Greek Revival style. This is an absolutely gorgeous two and a half story home. This home lays on a brick foundation. There is an above ground basement, floor to ceiling windows, two chimneys located on the east wing, a shed and garage which are located separately from the home. From the outside we see the beautiful columns and red shutters that gives this home a unique look. The cobble stone driveway was a beautiful touch as well. On September 9th,1980 the Landmarks Preservation Commission held a public hearing and…

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Dorothy Valentine Smith was a historian that resided in Staten Island, New York. Smith was a published author as well as a founding member of Richmond Town Restoration, Board of the Staten Island Historical Society, Richmond County Chapter, and Daughter of the American Revolution. Ms.Smith was also the president of the Visiting Nurses Association. She was very passionate about preserving the history of our one and only Staten Island. 

The Dorothy Valentine Smith House is located on the North Shore of the island at 1213 Clove Road. It was built in between the years of 1893 and 1895 by Dorothys father, John Frederick Smith. When John passed, Dorothy resided in the house and like her father was interested in cultural life, Staten Island civic groups,…

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This house was built in between the years of 1880 and 1882 in Second Empire style for August and Augusta Schoverling. This house is located in St George, Staten Island. House owner August Schoverling had immigrated from Germany to New York in the year 1859. Schoverling was an importer and distributor of firearms. The August and Agusta Schoverling house is located at Westervelt Avenue and Benzinger Avenue. After August and Augusta passed away the second owner of the house was Judge Morgan L. Ryan. Ryan was born Upstate New York in the year 1867.In 1907, he was appointed a judge of the Court of Special Sessions of the City of New York. Judge Ryan retired in January 1924. Judge Ryan became President of Richmond County Society For the Prevention of Cruelty to…

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