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The roots of the community of East Rockaway go back to the 17th Century when the little settlement of Near Rockaway grew up around the grist mill built by Joseph Haviland in 1688. In addition to its grist mill, Near Rockaway boasted a flourishing sea port, whose business increased when the building of the New York City Customs House left this Village and Freeport as the only free ports of entry in the vicinity.
The first schoolhouse in East Rockaway was constructed in pre-revolutionary days on the site of the present Memorial Park; and the early days of the republic witnessed a continued increase in the community's prosperity. Oyster and clam fisheries and a thriving lumber business operated by the Davison family contributed in no little measure to this period of growth. Soon a new two-room school building, the present Village Hall, was built; and East Rockaway was well on its way to becoming the Metropolis of the South Shore.
As community spirit grew, far-seeing men like Carmen, Simons and Henry Floyd Johnson, who operated a stage line along the plank Merrick Road to Jamaica and Fulton Ferry, sought new ways to improve community life. In 1894, Johnson and Oliver Hewlett succeeded in organizing a volunteer fire department which was named Vigilant Engine Company. A $650.00 Gleason and Baillie hand pumper was purchased, and the Fire Department Headquarters was built on Main Street to house the apparatus.
In 1898 under the leadership of Walter E. Johnson, son of Henry Floyd Johnson, the Woods Avenue School was built with Johnson elected first President of the East Rockaway School Board on which he served for 25 years.
The formation of the Fire Department and the construction of the new School paved the way for further community action; and in 1900 occurred the incorporation of the Village. Soon after the incorporation, the library was established and in 1909 was housed in the Baisley House, and run by volunteer librarians.
The East Rockaway Civic Association was instrumental in gaining street lights, mail delivery, and equalization of taxes for the community. As the community grew, other denominations formed congregations and built churches. In 1909 St. Raymond's Catholic Church was built and since that time has played a large part in the life of the community. The founding of St. Raymond's School and the development of its extensive Youth Program have contributed greatly to the young people of East Rockaway. In 1913 the Boulah Mission of Oceanside met to form a Pentecostal Church of the Nazarene; and the following year the church building on Ocean Avenue was completed.
While school affairs were advancing so favorably the Village continued to prosper under Mayors Ossian Weig, Alanson Abrams, and since 1937, Edward Talfor. Under Mayor Talfor the Village has grown to its present prosperity and he and the Board of Trustees have seen to it that civic improvements have kept pace with the community advancement. From 969 inhabitants at the time of its incorporation, the population of East Rockaway has grown to about 8,000 and the assessed valuation of the property within the Village is now in excess of $15,000,000.00. Three well-equipped schools have replaced the old frame building on Woods Avenue. The old hand pumper of the Fire Department has been supplanted by the most modern fire-fighting equipment. The Baideloy Free Library has become the East Rockaway Free Library located in a fine colonial brick building donated by Miss Irene Davison. To this expansion and growth many Village organizations have contributed, among them, the East Rockaway Board of Trade, the League of Women Voters, the American Legion, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, among others.
East Rockaway has grown since Joseph Haviland built his Grist Mill on the bank of Mill River; and the very street names in the Village serve as reminders of the families which contributed to much of this growth, the Rhamos, the Carmans, the Davisons, the Dentons, the Hewletts, the Smiths, the Phipps and many others.
ML# :3167257 Decorate & Save!!! Lovely Split, Corner Property, Master Bedroom with Loft. Skylights. SD#20.
2 Mallow Rd, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3161927 WATERFRONT! This Top Level Builder Will Customize This Brand New Home To Your Needs! New Construction On The Miracle Mile! Foundation Poured and Ready To Be Built! Totally Brand New Home On A Great Canal! Can Be Finished In Approx 90 Days!
130 Williamson St, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3186390 Sunny Exp Cape Home On Tree-Lined Street. Renovated. Comfortable Living Room, Great Dining Room, Gorgeous Eat in Kitchen, Spacious Bedrooms. Awesome Large Closets. Close To Shops And Transportation. School District 19. 35 Minutes To Brooklyn, 25 Minutes To Queens And 35 Minutes To Manhattan Via Lirr And More...
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2 Thixton Ave, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3148620 Gorgeous House on the Direct Bay Front Featuring: 6 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, , 2 Boilers, 2 Hot Water Heaters, 2 Decks, 2 Boat Slips, Central Air Conditioning Units, There was no sandy damage to this house. Tenant Occupied - Please give at least 24 hour notice. Low Flood $1, 425. 2500 sq.ft of house, Two car garage, Lot behind house w/2 boat slips.
14 5th Ave, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3176486 Expanded 4br, 2fbth colonial. Lynbrook SD#20. Large LR, FDR, EIK with granite counters and full bath on main floor. 4 large brs and full bath on second floor. Bonus space in the walk up attic. Finished basement, gas heating, beautiful floors. Home is set on over sized property, 15x30 semi-inground pool. Perfect for entertaining. Close to LIRR, schools and shopping.
15 Highland Ave, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3190229 Walk through the doors of this outstanding 4 Bedroom colonial on an oversized lot. This home features a large eat in kitchen perfect for entertaining. Fine craftsmanship is found throughout this home with extra large moldings, coffered ceilings, pocket doors, and trim work. Upstairs boasts 4 very large bedrooms with large closets. The master bedroom features two large walk in closets and cathedral ceilings. No flood, Zone X. Come make this home yours!
163 Carman Ave, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3174933 Large Beautiful 4 Bedroom split level Home in the Waverly Park Section of E. Rockaway. Entry Foyer, Living Room with Fireplace, Formal Dining Room, Eat in Kitchen, Den with Fireplace Flows to Backyard Trex Deck, Great for entertaining. 2nd Level has 2 Bedrooms and a Full Bath. On the 3rd Level we have a Master Bedroom Suite with Jacuzzi Tub and Fireplace. There is also one Bedroom on the 4th level. Finished Basement with Playroom, Laundry Rm. Storage Area. Attached garage. No Sandy Damage
4 Walnut Rd, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3063474 New Fema Compliant Custom Waterfront Home, Oversized Lot. Contemporary Living In Bay Park, Quiet Dead-End St. Grand Entrance/Vault Foyer. Open Concept W Hw Flrs Throughout. Lg Rooms & Creatively Designed W Fireplace, Designer Kit & Baths, Ss Appliances, Quartz Counters, & Master Suite W A Waterview Balcony. Large Deck Off The Den/Kitchen. Huge Backyard, New 133 'Bulkhead. Att Garage, Led Hi-Hats, Energy Efficient Heating, Cac. Near Lirr. Low Flood Insurance!!!
2 Seventh Ave, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3142833 Totally Brand New Construction-Colonial Home w/ 3200 Sq Ft of Living Space!! This Energy-Star Rated Home Boasts a Chefs Kitchen w/ Lrg Island/Quartz Ctrps/SS Appls, 2.5 Custom Tiled Baths, Large Family Rm w/ Fpl, Crown Mouldings & Wainscoting, Huge Basement w/ 8' Ceilings & OSE, 2-Zone HVAC SYS w/ Hydronic HW , IGS, 2-Car Att Garage & Pvt Yard w/ PVC Fence! Hurry while you can still Customize! Reputable Contractor & True Craftsmanship! HOUSE CAN BE READY IN 90 DAYS!! Not in a Flood Zone.
49 Mill River Ave, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
ML# :3142819 Totally Brand New Construction-Colonial Home w/ 3200 Sq Ft of Living Space!! This Energy-Star Rated Home Boasts a Chefs Kitchen w/ Lrg Island/Quartz Ctrps/SS Appls, 2.5 Custom Tiled Baths, Large Family Rm w/ Fpl, Crown Mouldings & Wainscoting, Huge Basement w/ 8' Ceilings & OSE, 2-Zone HVAC SYS w/ Hydronic HW , IGS, 2-Car Att Garage & Pvt Yard w/ PVC Fence! Hurry while you can still Customize! Reputable Contractor & True Craftsmanship! HOUSE CAN BE READY IN 90 DAYS!! Not in a Flood Zone.
51 Mill River Ave, E. Rockaway, NY, 11518
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