Broad Channel
Suburban Neighborhood in Queens, New York
Queens County 11693
Elevated, single-family houses attempt to mitigate the area’s high flood risk
The island has two residential areas. A traditional, gridded neighborhood can be found between 6th Street and 9th Street, while the next 10 blocks are narrow, dead-end streets separated by canals. In both sectors, residents live in single-family houses, many of them raised, vinyl-clad Craftsman cottages or shingled Cape Cods. Nestled on small lots, most houses have an American flag hanging in the front and decks located in the back, especially those on the water. Houses in need of repair can sell for as low as $230,000, while a new, turn-key property can list for $990,000. The median price for a single-family house is $549,000.A few favorites on the island, plus more restaurants and shops nearby
There’s very little commerce in Broad Channel. The only thoroughfare, Cross Bay Boulevard, has a deli, ice cream shop, pizzeria and a few small markets. All American Bagel & Barista II is a popular stop-over for those heading to Rockaway Beach, while Adrienne's NYC is considered a hidden gem: The beachy, design-forward eatery serves Italian dishes and craft cocktails inside and on its bayfront deck. There are more options off the island. In Howard Beach, Cross Bay Boulevard is lined with cafes, Italian restaurants and a Stop & Shop. A little farther away, the Gateway Center shopping mall in East New York has retail shops, chain restaurants and supermarkets. There are also plenty of local eateries and bars, plus a CVS and a Key Food, nearby in Rockaway Beach.Locals enjoy waterfront living and an abundance of green space
Operated by the United States National Park Service, the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge is over 12,000 acres in size. Residents and nature lovers head here, armed with bug spray and sunscreen, to go birding and walk trails along the East and West Ponds. The Broad Channel Athletic Club sits at the bottom of the refuge and hosts several children’s sports leagues like soccer and softball. Families frequent two playgrounds: the nautical-themed Gene Gray Playground or ocean-themed jungle gym at Broad Channel Park. The latter also has basketball and tennis courts. For more immersive nature, locals have Sunset Cove Park and Broad Channel American Park, both popular fishing spots at the southern tip of the island. It’s also a go-to for spectacular, waterfront sunsets and skyline views. Residents can reach the iconic Rockaway Beach and boardwalk in just a few minutes by car.Residents rely on cars, buses and trains
Most residents rely on cars for travel, reaching Rockaway Beach via the Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge or mainland Queens via the North Channel Bridge. John F. Kennedy International Airport is less than 7 miles away. Despite its unique location on an island, Broad Channel is still serviced by the subway: locals can take the A and S lines from the Broad Channel station along West Road. Several local and express bus routes run through the area, as well.A rebuilt elementary and middle school serves the island
Broad Channel’s youngest learners can begin their studies at P.S./M.S. 47 Chris Galas School, which earns a B from Niche and serves prekindergarten through eighth grade. The new campus replaced the original, which suffered damages from Hurricane Sandy, and welcomed students for the 2023 school year. The four-story building has solar panels, a library with views of Jamaica Bay and a gymnasium, plus a bicycle storage room for students who bike to school. In Rockaway Beach, several high schools make up one superblock, including the B-minus-rated Channel View School for Research.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cheryl Rosenthal
Cheryl Rosenthal
Realty Trends Corp
(516) 518-7267
140 Total Sales
1 in Broad Channel
$359,000 Price
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Colleen Brady
Colleen Brady
Rockaway Properties
(929) 552-1097
53 Total Sales
16 in Broad Channel
$340K - $749K Price Range
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Raphael Khan
Raphael Khan
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Rlty Landmark
(646) 832-4137
33 Total Sales
1 in Broad Channel
$321,000 Price
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Melissa Carrington
Melissa Carrington
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Elite
34 Total Sales
2 in Broad Channel
$590K - $593K Price Range
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Patrick Tubridy
Patrick Tubridy
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Elite
26 Total Sales
4 in Broad Channel
$487K - $680K Price Range
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Michael Geraci
Michael Geraci
eXp Realty BKNY
(929) 552-3296
24 Total Sales
1 in Broad Channel
$630,000 Price
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Rockaway Freeway Dog Park
- Dog Park
Brant Point Wildlife Sanctuary
Hamilton Park (Gateway National Recreation Area)
Broad Channel Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
15 min drive
Subway
Broad Channel
Bus
Cross Bay Bl & E 16 Rd
Bus
Cross Bay Bl & Wildlife Refuge
Bus
Cross Bay Bl & W 17 Rd
Bus
Cross Bay Bl & Noel Rd
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Broad Channel | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Broad Channel Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Broad Channel, Queens sell after 98 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Broad Channel, Queens over the last 12 months is $435,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$523,500
Median Sale Price
$435,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$459,995
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$675,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$360,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$415
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
177
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1925
Months of Supply
4.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,718
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,062
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
885
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,368
Median Age
46
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$94,982
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,136
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.7%
College Graduates
36.2%
Advanced Degrees
16.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
62
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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