Some properties offer a home. 1 Romer Road offers the opportunity to carry a legacy forward. Set high on over 1.5 acres of prime Todt Hill real estate, this grand estate captures sweeping views of Lower New York Bay and the enduring character of Staten Island's storied hillside residences. Dating to the early twentieth century, it evokes an era of gracious living, expansive grounds, and architectural distinction. With more than 16,000 square feet of interior space, the sprawling residence offers an extensive collection of rooms, an indoor pool and entertaining area, and elevator service across three levels. Its scale and old-world character create an extraordinary canvas for a thoughtful restoration—an opportunity to preserve its history while introducing a new vision for modern living. For those looking to reimagine the property, the substantial grounds invite an equally ambitious future, including the potential for a family compound with up to four separate single-family residences, subject to zoning, subdivision, and all required approvals. Whether restored as a singular grand estate or transformed for generations to come, 1 Romer Road presents a rare opportunity to create a lasting legacy in one of Staten Island's most distinguished settings.
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$666Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listing by Anthony Volpe• Prereal Prendamano Real Estate
Listing by Robert Nixon• Prereal Prendamano Real Estate
Todt Hill, located between Grymes Hill and Richmondtown, is a hillside and residential New York neighborhood with winding wooded roads and panoramic harbor views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Todt Hill Road near the entrance to Staten Island Greenbelt, where trailheads, stone walls, and quiet overlooks set the tone. Historic Richmond Town and the Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art serve as cultural anchors nearby. Large, setback homes and mid-century estates sit on steep lots, giving streets a private, park-like feel. Greenbelt paths and LaTourette Park shape daily routines with long walks and bike loops. The terrain and tree cover keep the atmosphere calm and distinctly upland for the city.
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Market insights
1 Romer Rd · $3,995,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 40 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$3,995,000
Median sale price in this area is $715,154. (82% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
15% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Walk-in closet(s)
Fireplace
Wet bar
Bathrooms
7 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Central air
Natural gas and hot water heating
Exterior features
Balcony
Indoor pool
Water view
Side lot
Home design
Single-family residence
3 stories
Parking
4-car garage
Off-street parking
Construction
Approximate year built
Stone and stucco construction
Fair condition
Utilities
220-volt electric
Electricity and solar
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R1 districts are leafy, low-density neighborhoods of large, single-family detached homes on spacious lots. Resembling many suburbs, these districts are mapped in a few areas of the city, such as Todt Hill (R1-1) in Staten Island, Jamaica Estates (R1-2) in Queens, and Fieldston (R1-2) in the Bronx. R1-2A is mapped in Forest Hills in Queens.; There are three R1 districts. Although new homes in R1-1 districts must be on larger and wider lots than homes in R1-2 and R1-2A districts, generous yard requirements and high open space ratio (OSR) or lot coverage regulations preserve the open space that characterizes all R1 districts. The floor area ratio (FAR) of 0.5 and the sizeable required lot area tend to produce big, roomy houses. The maximum height of buildings in R1-1 and R1-2 districts is not fixed but is governed by a sky exposure plane;; contextual regulations in R1-2A districts produce buildings that maintain neighborhood scale and character with a maximum perimeter wall of 25 feet, a maximum building height of 35 feet and a front yard as deep as a neighboring yard. Auto ownership rates are high and, as in other lower-density districts which are often distant from mass transit, one off-street parking space is required for each dwelling unit.
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Library
Museum / gallery
Golf related
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 1 Romer Rd
$3,880,260
$115K under list price of $4.00M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.2M to $2.5M.