10302 — Port Richmond. Mariner's Harbor, Elm Park & Westerleigh North

ZIP Code 10302 Neighborhood Guide

10302 — Port Richmond. Mariner's Harbor, Elm Park & Westerleigh North

Welcome to 10302

ZIP Code 10302 covers Staten Island’s North Shore waterfront, stretching from Elm Park through Port Richmond and into Mariners Harbor. It’s an area rich in history, maritime legacy, and community pride—once a shipping and industrial hub, now a blend of historic architecture, immigrant entrepreneurship, and ongoing reinvestment in the working waterfront.

10302 at a glance

Running along the Kill Van Kull shoreline, 10302 offers one of Staten Island’s most distinctive urban corridors. The area has strong cultural roots, with 19th-century homes, walkable main streets, and industrial relics now shared with parks and retail.
Neighborhoods within 10302 include Port Richmond, Mariners Harbor, Elm Park, and portions of Westerleigh North.

This ZIP balances its industrial history with new housing initiatives and parkland, and remains one of Staten Island’s most affordable and connected regions, with buses to the ferry and bridge access to New Jersey.

Port Richmond

Vibe: Historic, diverse, and community-driven, with deep maritime and immigrant heritage.

Featured elements

  • Port Richmond Avenue: The commercial heart, lined with taquerias, bodegas, groceries, and small shops serving a wide array of cultures—especially vibrant Latino influences.
  • Old Richmond Town architecture: 19th-century brick storefronts and wooden homes add historic character.
  • Cultural corridors: Community organizations and arts groups use former industrial spaces for workshops and galleries.
  • Transportation: Easy access to Richmond Terrace, Forest Avenue, and express buses to the St. George Ferry.
  • Landmarks: The historic Dutch Reformed Church and nearby Port Richmond High School, both architectural anchors.

Mariners Harbor

Vibe: Residential meets industrial—a hard-working neighborhood of maritime history and family neighborhoods on Staten Island’s northwest edge.

Featured elements

  • Mariners Harbor Library: A modern NYPL branch and community hub with events, literacy programs, and public computers.
  • Mariners Marsh Park: A massive reclaimed green space along the Kill Van Kull, mixing wetlands and forest trails on former shipyard land.
  • Residential character: Modest single- and two-family homes with driveways and small yards; strong community ties.
  • Employment zone: Distribution centers and waterfront businesses line Western Avenue and Forest Avenue, maintaining the neighborhood’s blue-collar roots.
  • Cultural institutions: Churches and long-standing civic clubs reflect the area’s deep neighborhood identity.

Elm Park

Vibe: Compact and diverse, bridging the industrial waterfront with residential enclaves.

Featured elements

  • Elm Park commercial strip: Restaurants, groceries, and local businesses catering to a multilingual community.
  • Proximity to Bayonne Bridge: Quick access to New Jersey via Richmond Terrace or Morningstar Road.
  • Transportation: Multiple bus lines and close connections to Route 440 for commuters.
  • Community feel: A quiet mix of old and new homes, often with extended families and long-time residents.
  • Landmark: Faber Park and Pool, with its playground, basketball courts, and sweeping waterfront views of the Kill Van Kull.

Westerleigh North (bordering 10310)

Vibe: Leafy and residential, offering a quieter suburban edge within the 10302 footprint.

Featured elements

  • Tree-lined streets: Detached homes, porches, and gardens reflecting the early-20th-century suburban vision.
  • Community schools: Local elementary schools and family-oriented parks contribute to stability.
  • Access: Minutes from Forest Avenue shopping and West Shore Expressway entries.
  • Character: A softer transition between the urban shorefront and Staten Island’s central greenbelt.

Everyday life in 10302

Parks & recreation

  • Faber Park: A signature public space with pool, courts, and harbor views beneath the Bayonne Bridge.
  • Mariners Marsh Park: Expansive, wooded parkland in reclamation, rich in birdlife and history.
  • Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park: Sports fields and community events central to Port Richmond life.
  • Proximity: Short drives to Clove Lakes Park and Snug Harbor Cultural Center.

Education

  • Public schools: PS 20 Port Richmond, PS 44 Mariners Harbor, Port Richmond High School, and several charter and private academies.
  • Libraries: Both the Port Richmond and Mariners Harbor NYPL branches host robust youth programs.
  • Community learning: Local nonprofits provide adult education, ESL, and trade training across the district.

Shopping & dining

  • Port Richmond Avenue: The main corridor for shopping, dining, and services.
  • Forest Avenue & Richmond Terrace: Secondary commercial routes with small businesses, auto shops, and eateries.
  • Dining diversity: Mexican, Dominican, Italian, and West African cuisines represent the area’s cultural blend.
  • Local markets: Street vendors and grocers add a lively, authentic neighborhood rhythm.

Getting around

  • Transit: Local buses (S40, S44, S59) link to the St. George Ferry and express buses to Manhattan.
  • Roadways: Quick access to NJ via Bayonne Bridge (Route 440) and to Brooklyn via the Staten Island Expressway.
  • Walkability: Compact main streets and residential grids make errands easy without a car.
  • Ferry access: 15–20 minutes to the St. George Terminal.

Housing

  • Mix: Two-family homes, attached rowhouses, and vintage Victorians.
  • Affordability: More attainable than many Staten Island ZIPs, drawing new homeowners and investors.
  • Development: Gradual infill projects and small-scale renovations on long-established streets.
  • Historic fabric: Many homes date back over a century, maintaining Port Richmond’s architectural identity.

Why 10302 stands out

  • Cultural crossroads: A living reflection of Staten Island’s immigrant and working-class story.
  • Waterfront heritage: Shipyards, docks, and warehouses echo the borough’s maritime past.
  • Strong community bonds: Family-run shops, churches, and civic groups define everyday life.
  • Accessibility: Easy links to bridges, ferries, and major routes.
  • Urban authenticity: Historic, diverse, and unpretentious—Staten Island’s North Shore soul.

Quick neighborhood index (inside 10302)

  • Port Richmond — Historic heart, cultural corridors, commercial main street
  • Mariners Harbor — Libraries, parks, and working waterfront heritage
  • Elm Park — Bridge gateway, compact, diverse community
  • Westerleigh North — Quiet residential border with suburban feel