Arden Heights is a neighborhood in Staten Island, NY, and is New York City’s largest gated community. Arden Heights is a very large neighborhood consisting of at least 10,000 people and housing about 5,000 families and young professionals. The Gates at Arden Heights is one of Staten Island’s most popular neighborhoods. It has many stores to choose from such as Wendy’s, Subway, Dunkin’ Donuts, and many other restaurants. The Gates at Arden Heights has a very unique quality that the other neighborhoods on Staten Island don’t have; it is an enclosed neighborhood.
There are two roads to enter the neighborhood; one of them is by Arden Avenue and the other is Hylan Boulevard. Arden Heights has very large houses that are either owned or rented out. Arden Heights also doesn’t have much crime because it is an enclosed neighborhood and there are security guards who monitor the entrances to ensure no one enters without permission. Ar
Many young professionals come to the neighborhood to get away from other places in Staten Island because it is so quiet, safe, and peaceful. Arden Heights is a relaxing place for people who would rather not be in the city and want to relax at home or work.
There is an elementary school located in the neighborhood, that is Staten Island’s newest school. It also has a community center that is used for many activities such as sporting events and community meetings. There is a train station called the Annadale Station, which is served by the Staten Island Railroad.
Arden Heights has many trails to bike on and an area for horseback riding. It is located next to Dr. Theodore L. Kazimiroff Park, which includes a jogging track, ball fields, tennis courts, and sand volleyball courts.
The Gates at Arden Heights has many places to shop such as Home Depot, Lowe’s, Modell’s, and Target. It also has a movie theater with stadium seating called the UA Tara Cinemas 4. There is a very large mall located about 10 minutes from The Gates at Arden Heights that is called the Staten Island Mall.
There are multiple public transportation options near Arden Heights that include buses, taxis, and the Staten Island Railway.
The neighborhood also has a large park near the Hylan Boulevard entrance where people walk their dogs and take their kids to play.
Arden Heights neighborhood is home to several notable people, such as Assemb. Michael Cusick, Councilwoman Debi Rose, and Amb. Joseph Del Raso.
Arden Heights neighborhood is home to several notable New York City natives as well, such as singer-songwriter Haley Reinhart and comedian/actor Cheech Marin.
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