$463,993Average Value$441Average Price per Sq Ft70Homes For Sale
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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Briarwood is the place my wife and i got our first apartment, we have raised a daughter here who is now in college. i love the diversity of the neighborhood although there are some here who still wish it was not so diverse. Transportation is excellent parking sucks, and there is not a whole lot of stuff to do, but it's a quiet great place to raise a family in a city like New York. There is a decent amount of choice for food, a decent amount of bodegas and a very decent diner. yeah all in all it's just a great place to lay your head at night in peace.
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.
3.0Current Resident
5/29/2021Niche Review
Tired of dealing with my racist neighbors. Tired of stepping in dog poop everywhere. Can we start on the fact that everything here is so overpriced?
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Briarwood
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Briarwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Briarwood, Queens sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Briarwood, Queens over the last 12 months is $301,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This is the largest living space and only TRUE Three (3) Bedroom/Flexible 4 Bedroom in the area of Kew Garden/ Briarwood area with over 1,500 square feet of living space with one of the largest private terraces. This apartment, on the 12th floor has unobstructed views from all the windows to the beautiful natural sunlight than many other apartments can’t enjoy without being at this height/ floor.
This spacious 780 SF co-op unit offers a bright and inviting one-bedroom, one-bathroom layout, complete with windows in both the kitchen and bathroom, ensuring ample natural light throughout. A well-proportioned floor plan ensures ample space for living, dining, and relaxation. Building Amenities: Well-maintained with an elevator, laundry facilities, and a secure entry. The all-inclusive
Welcome to your dream home on a tranquil tree-lined street! This beautifully renovated one-family house features three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the second floor, along with a convenient half bath on the first floor. Enjoy modern living with recessed lighting throughout, updated windows, a new roof, and freshly painted exterior. The home also includes a one-car garage and two
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Briarwood 3 bedrooms 1.5 bath renovated apartment with balcony for rent. Conveniently located close to shopping, public transportation and house of worships. All utilities included!!
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