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Urban accessibility in a suburban environment above JFK Airport
Just across the Kew Gardens Interchange in eastern Queens is Briarwood, a neighborhood with mid-century mid-rises and house-lined streets where lawns and driveways invoke the area’s suburban history. Public transit and locally owned restaurants and delis surround the neighborhood, putting the cosmopolitan conveniences of city life within reach. “I love the fact that we have subways, express buses and are minutes from major highways,” says Olga Zakinova, who has been living and selling real estate in Briarwood since 1993. “You get in a car and go left, right, up, down, you’re gonna end up where you want to be quickly.” The combo of homeownership for well under $1 million and nearby urban perks like JFK Airport and Forest Park make this neighborhood a smart choice.
Briarwood is part of Queens Community Board 8.
Briarwood is a quiet close-knit community.
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Co-op villages under $500,000 and Tudors under $1 million
Brick co-op buildings with dozens or even hundreds of units are common on Briarwood’s north and west sides. Units are priced between $180,000 and $500,000, which is a deal in this area. “Co-ops here are pretty affordable compared to Forest Hills nearby,” Zakinova says. “You will pay probably $200,000 more there.” In Parkway Village, a 35-acre co-op complex at the north end, shorter buildings create a village atmosphere with shared playgrounds. Postwar condo buildings are less common, and have units priced between $300,000 and $500,000. Single- and multifamily homes are more common in the center and east side of Briarwood. The charming Tudors, bungalows and colonials are priced between $700,000 and $1.5 million, and most include off-street parking.
The Arlington offers an assortment of beautiful styles.
Briarwood has a variety of house styles.
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Local representation in the food and bar scene
Hilliside Avenue to the south and Queens Boulevard on the west are populated with delis and restaurants that reflect the diversity of Queens, from Guatemalan comfort food at Xelaju and kebabs at Or-Yehuda, to vegan breakfast bowls at Panorama. The Key Food and Foodtown supermarkets on the east and west edges also keep residents’ pantries stocked. Dart Inn on the north side has perfectly dated decor and dart boards, and Lovell’s Guiding Light on the south has island-inspired cocktails and Caribbean dance music.
The Panorama of my Silence-Heart Cafe has delicious fresh food on the menu.
Residents can do their food shopping with the convenience of Key Food supermarkets in Briarwood.
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Classical music and fine art in a serene cemetery
Just west of the Van Wyck Expressway, Maple Grove Cemetery’s Celebration Hall hosts concerts, art exhibits and events throughout the year. The Friends of Maple Grove Cemetery also organizes dance parties, a summer jazz festival and literary readings that let residents enjoy the grounds as a public green space.
Top-rated public and Catholic schools
Local students in preschool through fifth grade can attend P.S. 117, which has a B-plus grade from Niche. J.H.S. 217 middle school has a B-plus grade, and Molloy, a private Catholic high school with an A grade, is a big draw. “I have clients who buy here specifically to send their kids to Molloy,” Zakinova says. In neighboring Jamaica Hills, Hillcrest High School teaches grades eighth through 12th and has a B-minus grade.
Hillcrest High School is a four-year high school in Jamaica Hills, Queens.
JHS 217 has embraced studies about sustainability and the environment.
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Below Queens’ largest park
Hoover-Manton Playground on the west side is convenient for local kids, and some of Queens’ best and biggest parks are close by. About 2 miles west, Forest Park has hiking trails and an 18-hole golf course, and about 3.5 miles north, Flushing Meadows Corona Park has nearly 900 acres of green space, as well as the Queens Zoo and Citi Field stadium.
Briarwood residents like taking a peaceful walk with the dogs in Forest Park.
Briarwood residents considers Forest Parks Golf Course their favorite local course.
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Convenient for trains, planes and automobiles
The E and F trains, which stop at three stations on Queens Boulevard and Hillside Avenue, get residents into Manhattan in about 45 minutes. The AirTrain to JFK Airport is a short walk south, and with the Kew Gardens Interchange on the west side, reaching Brooklyn or the rest of Queens by car is easy.
The Subway in Briarwood is an inexpensive way to get to Manhattan.
Briarwood residents can go to JFK Airport to catch an international flight.
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Parks in this Area
Judge Moses Weinstein Playground
Hoover Playground
Picnic Area
Playground
Hoover-Manton Playgrounds
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Rufus King Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Vleigh Playground
Briarwood Playground
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
12 min drive
Subway
Sutphin Boulevard
Bus
Hillside Av & 150 St
Bus
Hillside Av & 144 St
Bus
Union Tp & 135 St
Bus
Union Tp & 141 St
Bus
Queens Bl & 86 Av
Bus
Queens Bl & Main St
Bus
Parsons Bl & Village Rd
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.821 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
5/20/2023Niche Review
Briarwood is a small quiet neighborhood. You know the people in your building and those who work there. The small neighborhood has every store you can need with a subway station that can bring you further into Queens or all the way to Brooklyn.
5.0Current Resident
2/17/2021Niche Review
I have lived in Briarwood all of my life. My neighbors have always been welcoming. Late at night, it can feel unsafe. However, I have not felt safer in any other neighborhood that I have visited in NYC. There are many places to shop for clothing and groceries, and countless busses and trains all within short ranges of each other so you can go wherever whenever.
5.0Current Resident
10/22/2022Niche Review
I like how quite and peaceful the neighbor hoods are. Very friendly and cleaned. And schools are also nice and big.
4.0Current Resident
2/21/2019Niche Review
I enjoy Briarwood because there is a lot of diversity. One thing that I would change about Briarwood in putting a rec center in for people to play sports and have fun because there is not a lot of opportunities in Briarwood to do sports like baseball or swimming.
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Briarwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Briarwood, Queens sell after 128 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Briarwood, Queens over the last 12 months is $250,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to The Winston, a well-maintained co-op in the heart of Briarwood! This bright and spacious 1-bedroom apartment offers approximately 710 sq. ft. of living space with eastern exposures, filling the home with natural light. Featuring oak hardwood floors throughout and a freshly repainted interior, this unit is a perfect canvas for your vision. The large bedroom boasts double-sided
Discover an exceptional opportunity for homebuyers with this bright, south-facing one-bedroom co-op, conveniently located on the second floor. Boasting a private entrance, this desirable corner unit offers an open-concept layout accentuated by soaring ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and a solid concrete base, ensuring a peaceful living environment. Abundant natural light floods the space,
This is a great opportunity to own a renovated 1-bedroom co-op unit with a private fenced yard with fully equipped deck on the ground level. The unit has its own entrance and features an open floor plan with high concrete ceilings and new wooden floors. It's an ideal starter home. The kitchen comes with a gas oven and refrigerator. There is a side door to the outside in it. The complex offers
Welcome to your urban oasis at Village Mall—a beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo offering comfort, convenience, and a full suite of amenities. This inviting unit features hardwood floors throughout, granite countertops in the kitchen, and well-proportioned bedrooms, plus a private balcony for enjoying fresh air and open views.The building offers exceptional amenities, including a
Corner Property with One Car Garage, Desirable layout, Home Features Foyer, Formal Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Eat in Kitchen and Half Bath Leading to Private Yard. Three Bedrooms and Large Full Bath on the second Floor. Open Finished Basement with Full Bath and Ample of Storage. Conveniently Located close to LIRR, Shopping, Schools, Restaurants, Transportation and Highways Blocks Away from
Embrace the chance to create your ideal living space in this wonderful 1-bedroom co-op, situated in a peaceful and exclusive community in Briarwood, Queens. While it's a fixer-upper ready for your personal touch, the potential is undeniable. The sale of this unit requires both court and co-op board approvals, and it's designated for primary residents only – no investment purchases.
BRIARWOOD , RENOVATED 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT NEAR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION, INCLUDING E & F TRAINS TO MANHATTAN. CLOSE TO SHOPPING. APARTMENT FEATURES BRAND NEW KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES & DISHWASHER. BRAND NEW TILED BATHROOM WITH BATHTUB SHOWER, REFINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORS , GREAT CLOSET SPACE. BUILDING AMENITES: GAS & ELECTRIC IS INCLUDED, ELEVATOR, LAUNDRY & LIVE IN
Welcome to The Village Mall at Hillcrest - a premier full-service doorman building This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo on the 2nd floor provides generous space for entertaining or relaxing at home, and abundant closet space throughout makes storage easy. Each room is outfitted with individually controlled A/C units for year-round comfort.Resort-style amenities include laundry
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
30,627
Median Age
43
Population Density
64 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,942
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,298
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.6%
College Graduates
45.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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