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Grant City is a neighborhood in Staten Island, NY, and is on the North Shore. The neighborhood of Grant City is home to an estimated 53,877 people. Residents of the neighborhood enjoy easy access to green spaces like Clove Lakes Park, as well as excellent shopping venues at Staten Island Mall.
Clove Lakes Park provides residents with 885 acres of parkland, bike paths, and 2 lakes.
The Staten Island Mall is home to over 250 stores in 2 million square feet of retail space. The mall serves an estimated 20 million people per year, making it a popular shopping destination for many New York City residents.
Notable residents from Grant City include New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, who was raised in the neighborhood and attended Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School.
The community of Grant City was founded in the 19th century and named for former New York Governor, Samuel Tilden.
The neighborhood is home to the former Seaview Hospital Psychiatric Center. The center boasts a rich history as well as many famous ghost stories and urban legends that continue to attract thrill-seekers from around New York City.
The neighborhood of Grant City is served by the Staten Island Ferry and several MTA subway lines, including the 1 and 4 trains. Residents also enjoy easy access to the Staten Island Expressway and several bus routes.
Within Grant City itself, there are 2 major thoroughfares: Hylan Boulevard and Amboy Road. Locals and travelers alike enjoy shopping and dining at various Grant City shops and restaurants. The Staten Island Mall is a notable destination for people from all over the New York metropolitan area.
Grant City is home to the historic Woodrow Wilson High School, named for former President Woodrow Wilson. The school has educated notable alumni including actor Reginald VelJohnson.
Public schools in Grant City and the surrounding area are run by the New York City Department of Education and include:
Residents who would like to attend private school can apply to several Catholic schools in the neighborhood, including Saint Joseph Hill Academy, Villa Maria Academy, and Monsignor Farrell High School.
Residents of Grant City have easy access to healthcare, as two hospitals are located within 1 mile of the neighborhood: Richmond University Medical Center and Staten Island University Hospital.
Other landmarks include the Seaview Hospital Psychiatric Center, Victory Boulevard Historic District, and Forest Avenue-Porzio’s Funeral Home.
It also has a number of local restaurants and stores: A & J Pizza, Bagel Boss Deli, Kung Fu Plaza Chinese Food, Ling Ling Restaurant Incorporated, Love’s Chicken ‘N’ Ribs, Grant City Pharmacy, Mister Donut New York, LLC.
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