I know it's highly unlikely but if you can find a Sam Goody in the area that has a copy of Xenosaga II it should still be $9. The only problem is that, honestly, I think the closest Sam Goody's are out on the island or so, probably around the edge of Nassau and Queens? Maybe a bit closer?
I'm sorry this isn't much of a help but it at least gives you a few more ideas about where to search.