Beyond a private gated entrance and sweeping drive, this extraordinary Mediterranean waterfront villa rises with quiet grandeur an estate defined by scale, artistry, and uncompromising detail. Crowned with a classic Spanish tile roof and overlooking open water, the residence immediately commands presence, leading into a dramatic foyer with soaring ceilings exceeding 24 feet, where marble surfaces reflect light from above and a statement staircase ascends as both structure and sculpture. Every inch of the home is a testament to craftsmanship, from hand-finished walls and curated architectural detailing to gallery-like spaces designed to showcase fine art. Intricate woodwork, a custom marble fireplace, and thoughtfully placed design elements highlight a level of construction rarely achieved, where every finish has been deliberately chosen. Arched passageways guide you through expansive living spaces where marble and tile flow seamlessly, while oversized windows frame uninterrupted water views, creating a constant backdrop of light and serenity. The kitchen, both refined and functional, is complemented by a fully appointed butler's pantry, ideal for effortless entertaining, while multiple architecturally distinct balconies offer elevated vantage points reminiscent of a private European retreat. An elevator connects every level, blending convenience with indulgence, including three separate laundry rooms, and the fully realized lower level reveals rich imported woodwork surrounding a private theater, custom wine cellar, and elegant wet bar designed for memorable evenings. Outdoors, the estate unfolds with equal intention, featuring a resort-style pool that mirrors the sky and a graceful stone pathway leading to the water's edge, while the home's elevated positioning offers a commanding yet tranquil perspective—an environment where every moment feels like an escape, and where architecture, craftsmanship, and setting come together to create something truly unforgettable
Single-familyProperty Type
2010Year Built
1.27 acresLot Size
$753Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Jillian Abbadessa• Keller Williams Realty Staten Island
Eltingville, located between Great Kills and Annadale, is a residential and commercial New York neighborhood with a rail-linked main street and a shoreline-park backdrop. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates along Amboy Road near Eltingville Transit Center, where pizzerias, bakeries, salons, and long-running storefronts set a steady, local rhythm. Community touchstones include the historic Eltingville Store, the Eltingville Branch of The New York Public Library, and the Staten Island Mall nearby for big-day errands. Streets of detached colonials and mid-century houses mix with low-rise apartments and small plazas. Blue Heron Park and the Greenbelt trails add wooded breaks from the grid. The Staten Island Railway keeps the pace commuter-friendly without changing the suburban scale.
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Offer insights
40 Wakefield Rd · $5,500,000
$5.37M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $5.37M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
148 days
The average home goes pending in 34 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.0%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Walk-in closets
Fireplace
Wet bar
Finished basement
Central air
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
2 three-quarter bathrooms
1 half bathroom (7 total bathrooms)
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Freezer
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Balcony
Sprinkler system
In-ground pool
Waterview
Home design
Single family residence
2 stories
Approximate year built
Parking
Attached 2-car garage
Construction
Stone and stucco construction
Excellent 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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Special South Richmond Development District
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
Jun 10, 2011 • Final
Ew
Fire sprinkler
Sep 18, 2009 • Final
Dm
Demolition
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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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Staten Island, NY • 10312
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 40 Wakefield Rd
$5,138,279
$362K under list price of $5.50M
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