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Bayside

Bayside

$784,422 Average Value
$573 Average Price per Sq Ft
181 Homes For Sale

Bayside is a diverse suburb with historical, waterfront green spaces

Defined by its globally inspired cuisine and top-rated schools, the suburban neighborhood of Bayside is a microcosm of Queens. Nestled near Little Neck Bay, this family-centric area lined with single-family properties is also home to affluent cooperatives and condo complexes. On the north side, Bay Terrace draws buyers to its waterfront parks, golf course shops and a bustling thoroughfare with eateries runs down the neighborhood’s center.

Little Bay Park offers beachfront areas for recreation.
Little Bay Park offers beachfront areas for recreation.
This are near the Fort Totten is a popular sunset spot in Bayside.
This are near the Fort Totten is a popular sunset spot in Bayside.
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A hot real estate market with varying price points

Residential enclaves within the neighborhood include Bayside Gables, Bayside Hills, and Bay Terrace. “Things are hot in Bayside right now. There are many more buyers than sellers at the moment,” says Salvatore Sica, an associate real estate broker with Compass who grew up in the area. Nearly 66 percent of residents own their home, and property prices vary drastically. Multibedroom mansions on well-landscaped lots near the water list between $1.6 million to $3.2 million, but are rare to come on the market. Single-family Tudors, Cape Cods and split levels featuring three to five bedrooms range from $950,000 to nearly $2 million. Townhouses and co-ops cost roughly between $210,000 to $850,000. Within Bayside Terrace, a luxury co-op complex known as The Towers at Water’s Edge has resort-style amenities with one-bedroom units typically starting at $385,000.

Single-family condominiums are also a residential option in the Bayside neighborhood.
Single-family condominiums are also a residential option in the Bayside neighborhood.
Houses with beautiful structure is commonly seen in Bayside.
Houses with beautiful structure is commonly seen in Bayside.
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Waterfront parks with plenty of recreational spaces

Fort Totten, a former Civil War fortress, attracts residents to its historical buildings, scenic green spaces and seasonal pool. Great for birdwatchers, locals can also rent canoes to take out on the bay. “Fort Totten is a staple of the Bayside area. You can go walking or jogging, or play in the park,” says Sica. “They also have a yearly fireworks show. Plus, parking is super convenient.” On the neighborhood’s eastern side, the Brooklyn-Queens Greenway System offers residents miles of biking trails. John Golden Park, which sits on the former estate grounds of the late Broadway producer, has tennis courts and picnic areas. Crocheron Park—the former site of a Gilded Age hotel—is a dog-friendly outdoor space complete with ball fields, pickleball courts and a pond.

John Golden Park is a pleasant green space for joggers.
John Golden Park is a pleasant green space for joggers.
Brooklyn-Queens Greenway System offers residents miles of biking trails.
Brooklyn-Queens Greenway System offers residents miles of biking trails.
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Prime eateries and lively bars along Bell Boulevard

Along Bell Boulevard, the neighborhood's main drag—commonly shortened to Bell by locals—residents have their choice of globally-inspired restaurants and bars. Sica recommends the Greek restaurant Taverna Kyclades: “They have the best fresh seafood. And everyone is always very warm and hospitable when you go in,” he says. Locals also head to Uncle Jack's Steakhouse for its seafood platters and dry-aged wagyu steaks. For freshly baked goods in a chic setting, there’s The French Workshop. Other eateries along Bell include Press 195, a sandwich joint featuring hot press sammies and wine, and One Station Plaza, a dog-friendly beer garden right down the street. When the weekend rolls around, Bell becomes a playground for students from Queensborough Community College and young working professionals.

Taverna Kyclades Bayside is a very popular Greek restaurant.
Taverna Kyclades Bayside is a very popular Greek restaurant.
Uncle Jack Steakhouse is a great place to take friends and family.
Uncle Jack Steakhouse is a great place to take friends and family.
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Arts and nature-based events

Every June, the Friends of Crocheron hosts the John Golden Day Celebration, an annual event to foster community building with mindful movement and park tours. The Bayside Historical Society throws an annual Winter Art Show at The Bay Terrace Shopping Center to showcase the work of Queens-based artists.

An open-air shopping plaza on Bell Boulevard

Another perk of the area is the Bay Terrace Shopping Center with stores like LOFT, Sephora, Home Goods, and Foot Locker. There’s a Stop & Shop for groceries, and farther south, locals can stock up on fridge items at Foodtown of Bayside or premium meats and cheeses at Bayside Milk Farm.

Errands are a breeze for Bayside residents with easy access to several large shopping centers.
Errands are a breeze for Bayside residents with easy access to several large shopping centers.
Bayside Milk Farm in Bayside has a good collection of daily necessaries.
Bayside Milk Farm in Bayside has a good collection of daily necessaries.
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Top-ranked public schools in District 26

P.S. 31 Bayside Elementary School receives an A rating on Niche, and students can continue on to the A-rated M.S. 158 Marie Curie Middle School, ranked as a top 10 standout public middle school in New York. High schools include Bayside High School and Benjamin N. Cardozo High School, both of which have an A-minus rating and are also recognized as standout high schools in New York.

Marie Curie Middle School has 837 student grades 6-8.
Marie Curie Middle School has 837 student grades 6-8.
Bayside High School offers plenty of AP and Honors courses.
Bayside High School offers plenty of AP and Honors courses.
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Long Island Railroad and I-295 access

Residents can access the LIRR via the Bayside Station at 213th Street and 41st Avenue near Bell Boulevard. Flanked by the Cross Island Parkway, I-295 and Route 25A, commuters can reach Manhattan in roughly 20 miles. The Q31 and Q13 buses also serve the area.

LIRR in Bayside has direct line to Manhattan.
LIRR in Bayside has direct line to Manhattan.
MTA buses are frequently used by Bayside locals.
MTA buses are frequently used by Bayside locals.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

LaGuardia

17 min drive

Train

Bayside Station

Bus

Horace Harding Expwy & Bell Blvd

Bus

48 Av & 212 St

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23 Av & 212 St

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Cross Island Pkwy & 212 St

Bus

Bell Blvd & Northern Blvd

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Northern Blvd & 223 St

Bus

Northern Blvd & Clearview Expwy

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bayside US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,525
Number of Homes for Sale
181
Median Year Built
1961
Months of Supply
6.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,794
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,272
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,065
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
790
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
524
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
24
Median Rent
$3,075
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,250
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,700
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,075
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,250
Median Condo Rent
$3,000
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$3,000

Demographics

Total Population
45,824
Median Age
50
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.3%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$96,134
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$118,533

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.7%
College Graduates
47.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
3''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Very walkable

Walkability®

80 / 100

Good public transit

Transit®

70 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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