$1,007,585Average Value$468Average Price per Sq Ft28Homes For Sale
A breezy oceanfront neighborhood with residential streets
Far Rockaway is tucked away in the easternmost section of the Rockaways, just 4 miles from Rockaway Beach's namesake 4-star hotel and beachside tiki bar. The Rockaway Beach Boardwalk circumscribes the two-square-mile area of mainly residential streets, occasionally interspersed with public schools, hospitals, daycares, yeshivas and synagogues. Because of its proximity to John F. Kennedy International Airport, a handful of hotels and restaurants cater to airline staff and passengers. A calm, breezy ocean air floats through Far Rockaway, like liquid velvet washing over golden grains of sand. Residents here enjoy the tranquil beach life: fishing in Jamaica Bay, taking a cold plunge with the New York Dippers Club, and, on occasion, learning to surf at one of the area's many schools. “Far Rockway is a rapidly growing community,” says Melissa Carrington, broker-owner with RE/MAX Elite and Rockaways native. “There’s good opportunity to get in on the ground floor.”
Far Rockaway has sprinkling of colorful houses in the neighborhood.
Fishing along the beach is popular among residents and visitors to Far Rockaway.
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Single- and multi-family homes, including Craftsman bungalows
There are a variety of home styles here, mainly made up of attached multi-family properties and standalone single-family homes, with a few condos scattered throughout. The Bungalow Historic District runs along Beach 24th-26th Streets from the boardwalk to Seagirt Avenue. Quaint Craftsman and Cape-style bungalows line these sandy, beachside streets with two- to three-bedroom homes starting at $550,000. On the neighborhood's north side, toward the city and near Jamaica Bay, prewar Victorians on good-sized plots start at $850,000. Tall brick co-op buildings with two-bedroom apartments and wide open views start at $500,000. The area is slowly changing as new high-rise condo developments, like 20-50 Nameoke, top out along the shoreline and offer two-bedroom condos starting at $600,000.
Far Rockaway is a neighborhood on the eastern part of the Rockaway peninsula in Queen, NY.
Many families and young professionals live in Far Rockaway.
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How Far Rockaway emerged as a year-round residential neighborhood
At the turn of the last century, Far Rockaway was the summer destination, drawing 48,000 visitors to its oasis away from the city. There, socialites would sunbathe at glamorous beachfront hotels, and celebrities would "summer" in their seasonal home away from home. However, this golden era was short-lived, as the advent of air travel cast a shadow over Far Rockaway's heyday. Over the subsequent half-century, the area faced a decline characterized by high crime rates, misguided urban renewal efforts, and the closure of a Long Island Rail Road train stop. The neighborhood languished, falling into a state of disrepair. Yet over the years, developers constructed large multifamily homes as a draw to the area. More recently, a $139 million infrastructure project breathed fresh life into the area. Streets, curbs, and sidewalks were rebuilt, enhancing mobility and creating a more inviting environment. New housing options emerged, and stormwater management received a much-needed boost.
Far Rockaway is ranked #181 of 227 best neighborhoods to raise a family in New York City.
Far Rockaway is located in Queens Community District 14.
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The Atlantic Ocean at Rockaway Beach
A few pocket parks can be found inland, but the main draw of Far Rockaway is the Atlantic Ocean, which is skirted by a boardwalk that runs almost the length of the peninsula all the way west to 125th Street. In Far Rockaway, Rockaway Beach Boardwalk is augmented by greenspace bookended west and east by the Beach 30th Street and Beach 9th Street Playgrounds with O'Donohue Park in the middle.
Stroll along miles of oceanfront walkway along the Atlantic Ocean in Far Rockaway.
Far Rockaway Beach is enjoyed by many residents year round.
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A few gems peppered throughout, including DredSurfer Grill
While there aren't many restaurants here, there are a few local gems. Caribbean restaurant DredSurfer Grill is right on the boardwalk and was featured in the New York Times "Grub Street" column as one of the best in all the Rockaways. Edgemere Farm, a volunteer-run half-acre urban farm a few blocks west of Far Rockaway on 45th Street, was established in the wake of Hurricane Sandy and, on a seasonal basis, sells produce and eggs every weekend. Chains like McDonald's and Taco Bell are sporadically located along the outskirts of the neighborhood. For groceries, there are many options, including Key Foods, Shop Fair and City Market.
Shop Fair of Beach Channel features fresh produce and a one stop shop for groceries.
The Dredsurfer Grill is a West Indian restaurant with outdoor seating in Far Rockaway, NY.
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Private yeshivas and B-rated public schools, including Academy of Medical Technology
Far Rockaway is home to a diverse range of public, private and secular schools. P.S. 197 The Ocean School educates grades pre-K through 5 and has a B rating on Niche for its above-average academics. Combined middle and high school, the Academy of Medical Technology offers a curriculum that prepares students for careers in healthcare and has a B rating on Niche.
The Academy of Medical Technology serves students in grades 6-12 in Far Rockaway, NY.
The school is in session and the educational canvas beacons with pastel colors.
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Two public transit options: the LIRR to Penn Station
Far Rockaway has two reliable public transit options: the A train at Far Rockaway–Mott Avenue station and the LIRR at Far Rockaway station to Penn Station. Either way, both take about an hour and 20 minutes from start to end. Give or take, JFK airport is approximately a 6-and-a-half-mile drive away.
Far Rockaway residents can hop on the A Train to get to points in Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Some Far Rockaway residents find it easier to take public transportation to get to JFK Airport.
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Its okay, pretty dangerous at night thought which is not great. It is not safe to be out alone at night especialy if you are a woman
2.0Current Resident
7/13/2020Niche Review
I've been living in Far Rockaway for over 15 years now. The main issue that's making me and my family wanting to move out of Far Rockaway , New York alone is the violence in the community I live in. Someone is always getting killed left and right. People aren't even making it to 21 let alone 18, it's honestly so sad. NYCHA housing I feel we're paying a lot of money for rent just to live in poor quality. Their isn't a lot of places to adventure out to have fun that people will like to see. Also I feel like it's an end dead zone we are far away from everything but are connected to Brooklyn Manhattan Long Island.
3.0Current Resident
1/15/2020Niche Review
Far Rockaway, Ny is a area that is livable but not a long term place you want to raise a family in. I have lived here for alomst 18 years and i can honestly say thre is nothing fun here, there is things that can keep you entertained but thats all.
3.0Current Resident
12/30/2020Niche Review
Far rockaway is a beautiful city near the ocean. The far Rockaway boardwalk is absolutely astonishing and has a basketball courts and a skateboard park. Far Rockaway has an average public schools, nothing to brag about. I live here for the past 7 years and my experience is that far Rockaway is average to below average city with a ocean
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Far Rockaway
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Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Far Rockaway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Far Rockaway, Queens sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Far Rockaway, Queens over the last 12 months is $3,050,000.
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