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229 A Freeborn Street, Staten Island, NY, 10306

2beds
1baths
527sqft
$399,000
$757price/sqft
$2,671/moest. monthly cost
$106,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

Tucked away in a private setting, this charming cottage-style two-bedroom home is perfect for those looking to start their homeownership journey or embrace a simpler, low-maintenance lifestyle. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully updated interior featuring modern finishes, an inviting layout, and the comfort of move-in-ready living. Outside, enjoy your own private backyard oasis, ideal for morning coffee, summer gatherings, or simply unwinding after a long day. The outdoor space offers a peaceful retreat with room to relax and enjoy your privacy. For added convenience, the home includes a washer and dryer, along with attic space that provides extra storage. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or seeking an alternative to apartment living, this charming home offers comfort, convenience, and a wonderful place to call your own.

Getting Around

69
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
68
BikeBikeable

Schools

8/10
Ps 38 George CromwellGrades PK-50.3 mi
4/10
Is 2 George L EgbertGrades 6-80.4 mi
4/10
New Dorp High SchoolGrades 9-120.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1935

Materials

  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cottage
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Attic: Crawl

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric
  • Cooling features: Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 527
  • Total interior livable area: 527 sqft

Property

Details

  • Special condition: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,323 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 21 x 63

Parking

  • Parking features: On Street
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Coastal Flooding
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters in Richmond County and New York

Flood
Severe Storm
Snowstorm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,017$24,204
Home Insurance *$116$1,392
Property Taxes $292$3,504
Electricity $246$2,954
Total$2,671$32,052
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$91,577/yr
40% on housing$80,130/yr
45% on housing$71,226/yr

New York FAIR Plan Programs

New York Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 20,669Commercial: 1,556
Total Premiums$32.27M
Total Exposure$7.63B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 2.9%
2.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.2%
-0.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$757This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 10306$436
Richmond County$433

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 10306$534
Richmond County$449

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-24Listed for sale$399,000
2025-07-07Sold$364,894
2025-04-28Pending sale$359,000
2025-03-21Price change$359,000
2025-02-27Price change$379,000
2025-01-17Listed for sale$399,000
2024-06-24Listing removed--
2024-06-05Listed for sale$198,000
2024-06-04Contingent$198,000
2024-05-29Listed for sale$198,000
2012-05-10Sold$77,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMalissa J. Gopie
BrokerageKeller Williams Realty Liberty

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