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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# :3154674 Charming cape, located in the N Valley Stream area, convenient to all amenities
8 Georgia St, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3156292 Gibson Cape. 4 Bedrooms. Close to Parks, shopping, RR. Excellent school district. Great starter house with potential.
Open House: 08/24/2019 - 08/24/2019 , 12:00pm-2:00pm
30 Jadwin St, Valley Stream, NY, 11581
ML# :3137308 Full Finished Basement, 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, Living Room, Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen
Valley Stream NY, 11581
ML# :3132299 55 and Over Gated Community, Mint condition Second Floor Unit. Hardwood floors throughout with Central Air, High Hats, Vaulted Ceilings, New Washer and Dryer. Stainless Steel Appliances. Wood Terrace. Club house has all thats needed, with a library, in-ground heated pool, party room, TV Room, and a Gym.
1404 Willow Ln, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3157244 Not an REO, Not a Short Sale. Contract Just Fell Through! Priced to Sell! Make this House yours., Huge Property 157 feet deep on a Great Street in the Best part of Valley Stream. Very Close to Village Green Park.
Open House: 08/24/2019 - 08/24/2019 , 3:00pm-5:00pm
57 Ballard Ave, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3155430 Welcome to this Cape style home located on a quiet block in the heart of Valley Stream. Home features 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, walk-in closets, new roof, low taxes. This is an investor's dream!! Come see today, won't last!!
102 Lyon St, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3111222 Lovely 4 bedroom cape in the Inc Village of Valley Stream. 8 year old roof, gas heat, updated windows, Convenient to schools, shopping & Near the LIRR
105 Edgeworth St, Valley Stream, NY, 11581
ML# :3154702 Brick cape with great location close to the parkways and New York City yet on a nice quiet residential street. Lot is 127 feet deep and has plenty of room to enjoy the summer gatherings with the family. With some work, make this you new home. Not in the village so no village taxes!
23 William St, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
ML# :3124218 Subject to lender approval of the short sale
Valley Stream NY, 11580
ML# :3138655 Sale may be subject to term & conditions of an offering plan.Beautifully renovated and updated from top to bottom, FIRST FLOOR, Handicap accessible, 2 bedroom, 2 full bath unit with lovely front and back porches. Laundry in unit. Many amenities such as IG Pool, Gym, Aux room, Card room, Library, clubhouse. Low monthly maint. PETS ALLOWED!! 55+ Peaceful living and close to all shopping`
803 Willow Ln Unit 803, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
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