Historic ‘Hair’ composer’s Silver Lake estate hits market for $3.25M | Staten Island Home of the Week

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — For the first time in over 50 years, a historic hilltop estate in Staten Island’s coveted Silver Lake neighborhood is available for purchase at $3.25 million, according to the Staten Island Multiple Listing Services, MLSSINY.com listing.

The six-bedroom Colonial brick home at 12 Silver Lake Road was the longtime residence of Galt MacDermot, the legendary composer behind the Broadway musical “Hair,” according to the listing realtor Michele Connelly of Neuhaus Realty, Inc.

This unique home became a quiet hub for creativity, where MacDermot composed, mentored, and even collaborated with artists later in life.

Built in 1925, the stately former schoolhouse spans approximately 7,050 square feet, including a finished attic and partially finished cellar.

The property stands as a testament to enduring craftsmanship and architectural grace, with rich period details awaiting restoration or thoughtful modernization, mentioned in the listing.

The home’s grand two-story entry foyer leads to a formal living room with a fireplace that opens to a sun-filled home office,

The main level also features a formal dining room, charming sunroom, spacious eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry, two additional versatile rooms, and a half bath.

Upstairs, accessible by either the main staircase or the back staircase, the primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, private bath, and access to a large balcony. Three additional bedrooms — one with its own balcony — plus a sunroom and two full bathrooms complete the second floor. The finished attic provides extra living space with an additional bathroom.

Set on an expansive 23,212-square-foot hillside lot, the property includes a detached brick two-car garage with a 300-square-foot apartment above. From its elevated position, the estate offers seasonal views of Manhattan, a serene atmosphere, and proximity to parks, golf, and Staten Island’s cultural destinations.

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Generative AI was used to structure and draft this story, based on data provided by the property listing. It was reviewed and edited by the Advance/SILive.com staff.