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Douglaston

Douglaston

Neighborhood Reviews
3.5
$1,024,283 Average Value
$562 Average Price per Sq Ft
44 Homes For Sale

Green oasis in Queens

Douglaston is a community filled with trees and spacious lawns on the Queens and Long Island border. “Douglaston is unique because of the amount of land around each home. It’s more rustic than the rest of Queens because of all the trees and foliage,” says Sean Walsh, president of the Douglaston Civic Association and local resident since 1982. “There’s also a very good school district. Some people stay here all their lives.” While primarily residential, the neighborhood is surrounded by Alley Pond Park to the west and dining and shopping to the east. “It’s like you’re living in Queens, but you have a similar environment to Long Island,” says David Tair, an owner and broker at RE/MAX 1st Choice who has been helping people find homes in the area for over 32 years. “But you have lower taxes than in Nassau County.”

There's plenty of shady spots in Douglaston's Alley Pond Park to picinc with friends and family.
There's plenty of shady spots in Douglaston's Alley Pond Park to picinc with friends and family.
Lush trees line many streets in Douglaston creating a homey feeling.
Lush trees line many streets in Douglaston creating a homey feeling.
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Acres of greenery and adventure

Alley Pond Park runs almost the entire length of Douglaston and features 635 acres of green space with hiking trails, a golf course and playground equipment. The Alley Pond Adventure Course’s rope and obstacle course creates a space for team building and seeing the world from a new angle on the zip line. The Alley Pond Environmental Center gives visitors an up-close look at recovering wildlife, and the Green Meadows Petting Farm organizes fun events like their Memorial Day celebration with bouncy houses, hayrides and pony rides. Louis Pasteur Park is a quieter option for those who want a park closer to home. The 1866 Douglaston Manor mansion overlooks the 18-hole Douglaston Golf Course and is a popular place for hosting weddings and grand events. The Queens Public Library at Douglaston/Little Neck keeps a full calendar of community groups and programs, such as the Canasta Club and summer reading activities. The CAP Index gives Douglaston a 1 out of 10 crime score, with 1 being the lowest.

Peace, beauty and tranquility await you at the Udall's  Park and Preserve in Douglaston.
Peace, beauty and tranquility await you at the Udall's Park and Preserve in Douglaston.
The Douglaston Golf Course in Douglaston became a municipal course in the early 1960's.
The Douglaston Golf Course in Douglaston became a municipal course in the early 1960's.
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Highly rated public schools

Public School 98 - The Douglaston School and P.S. 221Q The North Hills School earn A ratings from Niche and offer kindergarten through fifth-grade classes. The A-rated J.H.S. 067 Louis Pasteur middle school teaches students before they move on to Benjamin N. Cardozo High School, which gets an A-minus. Cardozo High also offers specialized areas of study, like the Performing Dance program, to prepare young stars for auditions and to teach them different dance styles. Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy middle school is the only private school option within the neighborhood.

Three programs are available to incoming students at Louis Pasteur Middle School 67Q Douglaston.
Three programs are available to incoming students at Louis Pasteur Middle School 67Q Douglaston.
The Douglaston School is a highly ranked public grade school in Douglaston.
The Douglaston School is a highly ranked public grade school in Douglaston.
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Mix of single-family and multifamily homes

Tudor, Dutch Colonial and Federal-inspired homes make up most of Douglaston, with multifamily options like townhouses and semi-detached condos nearby. “Douglaston is zoned for single-family homes, but there are garden apartments. So, it’s a good mix of both,” Walsh says. A five-bedroom home that’s seen renovations can land in the $1 million to over $3 million range. Some townhouses hit the market for $600,000 to $975,000, while condos surrounding Douglaston Golf Course can sell for $275,000 to $545,000.

Dutch Colonial style homes can be found in Douglaston.
Dutch Colonial style homes can be found in Douglaston.
Townhouses are very popular in Douglaston.
Townhouses are very popular in Douglaston.
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Coming together for community celebrations

Every year since 1927, regardless of the weather, Douglaston neighbors come together with nearby Little Neck to throw the Little Neck-Douglaston Memorial Day Parade, making it one of the nation’s longest-running and most anticipated events. The Little Neck-Douglaston Memorial Day parade, one of the largest in the nation, often ends at St. Anastasia’s Roman Catholic Church. Other places of worship open their doors to Douglaston, including St. Sarki’s Armenian Apostolic Church and the Immaculate Conception Center.

St. Sarkis is an Armenian Apostolic Church serving the residents of Douglaston.
St. Sarkis is an Armenian Apostolic Church serving the residents of Douglaston.
The local parishioners from Douglaston love St. Anastasia.
The local parishioners from Douglaston love St. Anastasia.
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Out of town dining

Food Bazaar and Jmart provide the community with groceries. “There’s Queens Crossing in Queens, but most people here go to Long Island for clothes shopping at Roosevelt Field or Miracle Mile,” Walsh says. Walsh also recommends Marbella, a restaurant that serves traditional Spanish and Italian dishes while a harpist plays live every Friday through Sunday. Il Tascano’s Italian menu brings in hungry customers for lunch and dinner.

Since 1970, Marabella has been the go to place for amazing Spanish style food in nearby Bayside.
Since 1970, Marabella has been the go to place for amazing Spanish style food in nearby Bayside.
Many special occasions are celebrated at Il Toscano in Douglaston.
Many special occasions are celebrated at Il Toscano in Douglaston.
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Traveling to Manhattan or into Long Island

Douglaston Station gives commuters a roughly 30-minute trip to Manhattan, and Interstate 495 and Northern Boulevard create direct routes into Queens. Without local buses, residents rely on their cars to visit restaurants outside the neighborhood.

Douglaston is situated next to two major highways for easy traveling.
Douglaston is situated next to two major highways for easy traveling.
Using the The Douglaston Station of the LIRR is easy, and its a quick trip to NYC.
Using the The Douglaston Station of the LIRR is easy, and its a quick trip to NYC.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Laguardia

16 min drive

Train

Douglaston Station

Bus

Horace Harding Exp & 248 St

Bus

Horace Harding Exp & 246 Pl

Bus

40 Av & Little Neck Pky

Bus

41 Av & Little Neck Py

Bus

Horace Harding Exp & Marathon Pky

Bus

Northern Bl & Douglaston Pky

Bus

Horace Harding Exp & Douglaston Py

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 12 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
7/14/2019 Niche Review
I liked that it was close to the bus stops, my elementary school, middle school, and movie theater. I liked that it was close to CVS pharmacy. I liked that it was pretty quiet. The thing I would like to change is that too many accidents occur near my house. I had a lot of ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars pass by.
4.0 Current Resident
1/26/2019 Niche Review
This town is extremely peaceful and residential. Northern blvd is very close and is provides easy access to multiple stores and small businesses. Additionally there are a lot of highways near by that provide quick access to flushing, long island, and manhattan
4.0 Current Resident
1/11/2019 Niche Review
Douglaston is a wonderful neighborhood for not only pedestrians but for buisnesses as well. With many stores for various types of consumerisms, there is hardly any trouble walking to find what is needed. Additionally, parks are found easily and the schools are safe, diverse, and enjoyable. There is hardly any commute time, and the nightlife is relatively tranquil.
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Douglaston Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$650,000
Median Sale Price
$645,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,190,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$800,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
86
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
70%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$562

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
654
Number of Homes for Sale
44
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
6.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,271
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,805
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,040
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
668
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
395
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 20
    2 - 4pm

    240-02 65th Ave, Little Neck, NY 11362

    $1,158,800

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 1,520 Sq Ft
    • 240-02 65th Ave
    • New 2 days ago

    Whole house completely newly renovated, new finished basement, new 3 bath. #26district ps221, 67 junior high school, Create a warm, comfortable, and stunning home. With five bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, it's perfect and beautiful one family house. The land size is 3,600 square foot, the building size total is 2,280 square feet, the first floor and second floor is 1520 square feet, and plus a

    Hua Chen Winzone Realty Inc

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  • Sunday, Sep 21
    12 - 2pm

    68-09 242nd St Unit 33A, Douglaston, NY 11362

    $650,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,033 Sq Ft
    • 68-09 242nd St
    • Unit 33A
    • New 6 days ago

    Welcome to this beautiful rare 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath corner unit duplex condo located in one of Queens’ most sought-after neighborhoods. Nestled in the top-rated District 26 school zone, this home offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience.Step inside to find a modern kitchen and bathrooms with sleek finishes and ample storage. The spacious layout includes a bright living

    Herbert Cheng Skylux Realty Inc

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  • Sunday, Sep 21
    12am - 2pm

    68-05 242nd St Unit 31A, Douglaston, NY 11362

    $669,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,033 Sq Ft
    • 68-05 242nd St
    • Unit 31A
    • New 8 days ago

    Renovated Kitchen, Excellent Condition, 2 Bedrooms Duplex With Laundry Room, 1 Car Garage With Driveway, Back Yard. Townhouse Style Duplex 1 Fl And finished basement ., Additional information: Appearance:Excellent; Monthly maintenance - $525 including garage.Monthly special assessment for the back wall repair- $286 until June 2026.Annual real estate tax - paid for annual- $3,844

    Seonghui Kim Winzone Realty Inc

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
12,019
Median Age
50
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.1%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$95,986
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$125,675

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
47.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
21''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

52 / 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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