Tottenville, New York, NY

Tottenville Neighborhood Guide New York, NY

About

Tottenville is a quaint, historic neighborhood located on the South Shore of Staten Island, New York. Known for its small-town charm, it's rich in maritime history and contains the highest concentration of old houses in Staten Island, including several listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The area is bounded by the Arthur Kill waterway and its prominent landmarks include the Conference House and Biddle House. Key roads include Amboy Road, Main Street, and Arthur Kill Road.

What You Will Love About Tottenville, New York, New York

  • You'll love Tottenville's peaceful, suburban feel while still being part of bustling New York City.
  • The neighborhood's rich history and preserved Victorian architecture provide a unique charm.
  • Tottenville boasts beautiful waterfront views and walking paths along the Arthur Kill.
  • This community-centric neighborhood offers numerous dining and shopping options on Main Street.

What’s Nearby

Tottenville is near the southernmost point of New York State at the Conference House Park, a historic site where peace talks to end the Revolutionary War were held. It's also close to the Outerbridge Crossing, providing convenient access to New Jersey. Other notable nearby attractions include the South Shore Golf Course and Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Tottenville is relaxed and community-oriented, with a mix of families, retirees, and young professionals. The neighborhood often hosts local events and festivals, encouraging a strong sense of community. Outdoor activities are popular due to the nearby parks and waterfront.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 184 restaurants, 33 grocery stores, and 9 parks within a mile of the Tottenville neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    A Food Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

    0.2 miles

    7254 Amboy Rd

  • GROCERY
    Tottenville Food Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.2 miles

    7254 Amboy Rd

  • GROCERY
    Top Tomato Super Store

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.3 miles

    240 Page Ave

  • GROCERY
    El Rancho Deli & Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

    0.5 miles

    167 Main St

  • GROCERY
    Simple Foods of Staten Island

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.6 miles

    87 Ellis St

  • GROCERY
    La Bella Marketplace

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.6 miles

    99 Ellis St

Tottenville Apartments and Rentals

33 Rental properties in Tottenville, New York, NY.

  • Camelot at Federal Hill property

    $1,974+

    Camelot at Federal Hill

    1–3 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    817–1721 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • Harbor Terrace property

    $1,540+

    Harbor Terrace

    Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    400–900 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • Florida Grove Manor and Arms property

    $1,915+

    Florida Grove Manor and Arms

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    600–1470 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Convery Gardens property

    $1,815+

    Convery Gardens

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    660–795 Sqft

    5 Units Available

  • STATE FAYETTE GARDENS property

    $1,800+

    STATE FAYETTE GARDENS

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    625–835 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • Harbortown Terrace property

    $2,410+

    Harbortown Terrace

    2–3 Beds • 2–3.5 Baths

    1140–2245 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
9.9%
68.4%
utilities
0.1%
31.7%
food
1.1%
5.3%
transportation
0.7%
5%
healthcare
0.4%
10.5%

Tottenville Demographics

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Tottenville Reviews

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  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Near Schools

    Yes

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes

    Say 2 of 2 renters

Tottenville Transportation

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Car-Dependent

32/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Somewhat Bikeable

36/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

53/100
2 bus stops, 4 train stops

The C Train

Train Stop

168TH St

Tottenville

Train Stop

Arthur Kill Rd

MTA SIR - Tottenville

Train Stop

Arthur Kill Rd

Source: foursquare.com

Tottenville Schools

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