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In 1640, 14 years after the arrival of Dutch settlers in Manhattan, the area that is now Valley Stream was purchased by the Dutch West India Company from the Rockaway Indians. There was no development of the woodland area for the next two centuries. The census of 1840 lists about 20 families, most of whom owned large farms. At that time, the northwest section was called "Foster's Meadow." The business section on Rockaway Avenue was called "Rum Junction" because of its lively nightlife. The racy northern section was called "Cookie Hill," and the section of the northeast that housed the local fertilizer plant was "Skunk's Misery." "Hungry Harbor", a section that has retained its name, was home to a squatters' community.
In 1840, Robert Pagan's general store at the corner of Henry Street and Hendrickson Avenue was the center of the town. Mr. Pagan pushed for a post office for the region, residents had to trek to Hempstead to pick up mail. Postal authorities approved the new station, provided it had a name that did not duplicate other places. Mr. Pagan looked at the valleys of the north and streams in the south and coined the name that stands today. Valley Stream still is the only community in the United States with that name.
Mr. Pagan's wife, Ellen, also played a significant role in village history. Tired of traveling to Lynbrook for religious services, she began holding services in her home. A Methodist minister was hired for periodic stops in the Pagan home and the first congregation in Valley Stream was founded. She also prevailed upon her husband to change the family name to Payan, seen now in Payan Avenue.
In 1853, Hempstead Turnpike was the only route that connected Valley Stream to Jamaica and New York City. The main streets in Valley Stream which connected the community to the turnpike were Mill Road (which is Corona Avenue today), Sand Street (Central Avenue), and Dutch Broadway. That year Merrick Road, a planked, one-lane road came through Valley Stream, connecting the village to Merrick in the east and Jamaica in the west. With the new thoroughfare in the area, Valley Stream residents and industry began to move southward.
In 1869, the South Side Railroad began stopping in Valley Stream and a branch of the railroad was constructed that connected the main line with the Rockaways. The new branch is still in existence today as the Far Rockaway line of the Long Island Railroad, and, just like a century ago, the line still splits at Valley Stream. The new railroad, combined with the emergence of Merrick Road as a major artery, caused Valley Stream to grow into a substantial community by the turn of the century.
GIBSON
In 1922, developer William R. Gibson came to Valley Stream after building over 2,500 homes in Queens. He bought 500 acres of land on Roosevelt Avenue and built homes on Avondale, Berkeley, Cambridge, Derby and Elmwood Streets. Five years later he expanded to Cochran Place and Dartmouth Street, realizing that his development was perfectly designed for the new class of white collar commuters, he petitioned the Long Island Railroad for a stop. The LIRR agreed to stop in the area if Gibson would build the station himself. On May 29, 1929, the Gibson station was opened, designed to match the surrounding homes.
The popular Gibson community sold an average of one house a day. His cellarless Nantucket model won the award of the New York Chapter of the American Institute of Architects for "excellence in design and construction." Despite the Great Depression and World War II, Mr. Gibson single-handedly brought over 10,000 new residents to Valley Stream
ML# :3184115 3 BEDROOMS 1 BATH HOME IN THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM
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72 Hamilton Ave, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3189141 Beautiful Attached 2 Story Brick Tudor that Exudes Warmth and Charm. Wonderful Details Throughout. Gleaming Wooden Floors and Traditional Moldings open to Living Room W/Fireplace and Large Formal Dining Room. Near Mall, Barrett Park and Seconds to LIRR. Hewlitt- Woodmere Sd#14. Private Space in Back Enclosed w/New Fence and Attached Garage. Taxes Are Being Grieved. Great Value, PRICED TO SELL!
328 Cochran Pl, Valley Stream, NY, 11581
ML# :3183193 Spacious detached cape , with large yard and detached garage. Quiet residential block convenient to all.
48 Garfield Ave, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3161661 FIRST FLOOR 55 AND OVER ADULT COMMUNITY. Washer and Dryer in the unit. Central Air and Heat. Open floor plan with stainless steel appliances. Front Porch and Back Patio for a BBQ. The clubhouse has all thats needed with an IG Pool, Gym, Library, Billiards and more.
1127 Willow Lane, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3161111 Beautiful 55+ community. First floor unit, 2 bedroom, 1 full and 1 half bath. Wonderful front porch and private back walk out. Clubhouse amenities includes heated IG pool, gym, library, and billiards.
1135 Willow Ln Unit 1135, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3192222 Valley Stream- Just In! 5 Room Colonial with Full Basement, 2 Bedrooms, Formal Dining Room, Detached Garage, Valley Stream SD #24. Only Asking $410's
Valley Stream NY, 11581
ML# :3178777 Great opportunity for builder or investor.Originally built as a residential Cape Style home that was converted to church Ranch Style in a residential community In The Gibson Section Of Valley Stream.Can be converted back to residential home with proper permits. Corner Over-sized property with a detached 2 car garage. There is Central Air Conditioning and Central heating.Not In a Flood Zone. Close to Shopping Centers, Bus Transportation, Lirr and minuets to city.
153 Cambridge St, Valley Stream, NY, 11581
ML# :3183065 This Beautiful Cape Comes With 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Full Basement, Pvt Driveway, A Lot Size 136x113.
400 Emerson Pl, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3178233 Opportunity is Knocking! Don't Miss Your Chance To Make This House Your Home! This Clean, Freshly Painted home is Flooded w/ Sunlight. Converted Garage offers Endless Possibilities-Den/DR/4th BR/Playroom/Office or Storage. The Choice is Yours! Large EIK w/Sliders to Large Fenced in Yard /w Beautiful Patio and plenty of room for a Pool, Lovely Front Patio and All Perfectly located Mid- block.
34 Spruce Ln, Valley Stream, NY, 11581
ML# :3177783 First Floor unit in this 55 AND OVER ADULT Gated Community. Lots of Updates, Easy Clubhouse access & Back Porch For Grilling. Easy Maintenance Laminate Wood Flooring. Granite Kitchen w/SS Appliances. Central Air And Heat, Full Size Washer/Dryer, Master Bath w/wheelchair accessible shower. Mint Condition - Clubhouse w/pool, billiards, library and more.
1207 Willow Ln, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
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