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5-bedroom house for sale in West New Brighton-Silver Lake-Grymes Hill

281 Howard Ave, West New Brighton-Silver Lake-Grymes Hill, Staten Island, New York, NY, 10301

$2,599,000
Asking price · in USD
Size
2,888 ft² (268 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

House for sale in West New Brighton-Silver Lake-Grymes Hill, Staten Island: 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,888 ft². Asking price $2,599,000. Built in 1988.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Sweeping views of New York Harbor and the iconic Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge define 281 Howard Avenue. Framed by mature trees and lush landscaping, this distinctive five-bedroom residence offers approximately 6,400 square feet across three finished levels on 14,740 square feet of property. Generous windows frame the harbor panorama, from sunlit water to the illuminated bridge after dark. Spacious living and dining areas feature hardwood floors and a dual-sided fireplace, while the eat-in kitchen offers a center island, extensive cabinetry, and access to a wraparound balcony-a spectacular setting for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Five bedrooms complement two finished lower levels featuring a family room, billiard area, custom bar, additional fireplace, wood-lined wine room, exercise space, and home office. Multiple balconies and outdoor access points create a seamless connection to the grounds. A swimming pool, expansive decking, and pergola provide a private retreat for outdoor entertaining. An attached garage and broad paver driveway complete the property, while convenient access to major highways, transit, and the bridge pairs this peaceful setting with exceptional connectivity.

Description from Realtor.com, shown as published there. See the original listing

Roofy listing score

Grade C, 66/100 · Fairly complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 53 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details15/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 179 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • Some points: Taxes not stated4/8
    • Some points: Priced 206% above similar homes in its neighborhood, which take longer to sell3/7
  • Accuracy9/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Problem: Differs from city records (built 1901, 1 home)2/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Buying costs

What this price means for you: the monthly payment, and New York’s mansion tax, which the buyer pays on a home of $1 million or more.

Compared with the area

Asks $2,599,000, 206% above the median asking price for homes for sale with 4+ bedrooms in West New Brighton-Silver Lake-Grymes Hill.

Median here
$849,000
22 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$778,000–$979,999
The middle half of listings
Per ft²
$899.93 vs $449.50
This home vs the median, 100% higher

Priced above most similar homes here and on the market longer than usual.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about West New Brighton-Silver Lake-Grymes Hill

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • StapletonSIR19 min walk
  • CliftonSIR22 min walk
  • TompkinsvilleSIR30 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 31

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

1 unit · 3 floors · built 1901

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

281 Howard Avenue · BBL 5-00615-0030 · built 1901 · 1 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
One-family home
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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