STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The majority of Staten Islanders who weighed in on an silive.com poll about where they'd most like to live in the borough said they are looking for older, established neighborhoods, mostly on the North Shore.

Mhoags said Stapleton's "The Mud Lane Historic District," known for grand Victorian and Colonial homes, was the commenter's place of choice.

Some commenters said the North Shore's proximity to Manhattan is an appealing factor.

"Proximity to the city. Family ties," said mckee guy, referring to why he resides on the Island.

One vote came for the community of West Brighton. "I like the area behind the Zoo, but I also like my Castleton Corners," said amazonbarbie.

Said Cheersie, "Shore Acres.....spectacular views in a spectacular neighborhood."

Some, however, said they prefer the South Shore for its highly-rated school system.

"I live in South Beach...If I decide to even stay on the Island when we finally are able to move, I would like to move to Eltingville. The schools are good, and it just seems like a perfect place to settle down and raise my kids," said Michele Lisa Pepio.

Some South Shore residents said they love where they grew up and are content staying there.

"(I've lived on) Huguenot's Nicolosi Drive since I was a baby and it's quiet and there are no problems -- love it," said bornnrised.

Said incomudro, "I happen to love where I live on the tree-lined streets of New Dorp."

Some commenters exhibited nostalgia and yearned for a less hectic lifestyle once found on Staten Island before it become densely populated.