ALLA YAKUBOV
NY EMPIRE REAL ESTATE
(718) 874-1421
83 Total Sales
24 in Forest Hills
$220K - $2.7M Price Range
Forest Hills
4.2
In the summer of 1964, four English lads in black ties and suits took the stage at the historic Forest Hills Stadium to the sounds of screaming teenagers. It was clear that night that Beatlemania was alive and well in Forest Hills. Simon & Garfunkel, both of whom graduated from Forest Hills High School, Diana Ross and The Rolling Stones followed in The Beatles’ footsteps and made their mark at Forest Hills Stadium.
The namesake of Forest Hills, a centrally located neighborhood in Queens, the outdoor stadium is located within The West Side Tennis Club, which hosted the U.S. Open until 1978.
Forest Hills properties range from large brick prewar housing cooperatives to single-family Tudors and colonial dwellings. Residents also live in low-rise and high-rise apartments.
The Forest Hills Garden enclave is known for its half-timbered Tudors and old charm. Sitting on 175 acres, this private community boasts luxury residences, winding streets and trademark iron streetlamps.
While Queens Boulevard is the major thoroughfare, Austin Street is the main drag. Stretching a mile, the street has a mix of independently owned shops and restaurants and major retailers and chains. With its minimally seasoned dishes, savor the flavors of Greece at Agora Taverna, or fill up on a warm bowl of Tamashii's signature miso ramen.
Neighborhood gastropub Forest Hills Station House serves craft cocktails and beer with an elevated pub fare menu.
The community's youngest residents begin their educational journey through New York City Public Schools. At Forest Hills High School, students can apply into the Carl Sagan STEM Honors Academy or the Law & Humanities Academy.
One neighborhood green space is Yellowstone Municipal Park, a dog-friendly site that features a large playground.
While Forest Hills is the fictional home of Peter Parker, many notable celebrities have hailed this community as theirs at one point, including Hank Azaria, Billy Eichner, Carroll O'Connor and all original members of The Ramones.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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ALLA YAKUBOV
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Lisa Albinowski
Lisa Albinowski
Signature Premier Properties
(631) 250-3898
70 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$264,500 Price
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Mohamed Elgoarany
Mohamed Elgoarany
Exit Realty First Choice
(646) 971-8278
34 Total Sales
2 in Forest Hills
$250K - $905K Price Range
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Sida Zhuoma
Sida Zhuoma
Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc
(347) 894-5311
78 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$375,000 Price
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Sharon A Fenimore
Sharon A Fenimore
Realty Connect USA L I Inc
(631) 230-6150
35 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$200,000 Price
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Wayne Rose
Wayne Rose
Responds QuicklyCentury Homes Realty Group LLC
(844) 593-0596
44 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$365,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
Parks in this Area
MacDonald Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Yellowstone Municipal Park
Willow Lake Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Forest Park
Russell Sage Playground
Hawthorne Park Forest Hills
- Multi-Purpose Field
Forest Park Golf Course
- Golf
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
11 min drive
Subway
Forest Hills-71 Avenue
Subway
75 Avenue
Train
Forest Hills Station
Bus
Woodhaven Bl & Polo Pl
Bus
Metropolitan Av & 70 Av
Bus
69 Av & Exeter St
Bus
108 St & 63 Dr
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/10/2021
Niche Review
Great town to raise a family. Culturally diverse and politically balanced. Great schools. Close to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. Close to the city. Safety is the only concern, as it's an issue across NYC.
2/23/2018
Niche Review
This neighborhood is very clean, diverse, and friendly. There are many stores to shop and restaurants to eat in, as well as hang out places to just sit and enjoy the company of your friends. It is very accessible as well and you can never be bored hanging out in this place.
8/1/2017
Niche Review
Nice neighborhood. Many different stores to do any type of shopping. Excellent schools. Many options for transportation to different parts of New York.
11/27/2017
Niche Review
Family friendly, quiet neighborhood. Many stores and restaurants and wonderful vintage scenery. Forest Hills has been my home since I've moved to the United States and it has been the most wonderful place to grow up in. There are many parks and playgrounds where children can play. Now that I have grown up I like yo go shopping in Austin Street on the weekends. They have many great stores, restaurants, and bars.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Forest Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Forest Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Hills, Queens sell after 99 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Hills, Queens over the last 12 months is $477,500, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$485,000
Median Sale Price
$477,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$949,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$679,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$569,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
458
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$631
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
3,180
Number of Homes for Sale
282
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
7.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,375
Significantly below the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,399
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,105
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
776
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
543
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Open Houses
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Sunday, Dec 2812am - 2pm
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Tuesday, Dec 2312:30 - 1:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,600 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 750 Sq Ft
- 9706 Metropolitan Ave
- Unit 2F
- Forest Hills, NY
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Condo Buildings
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
58,021
Median Age
46
Population Density
48 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,828
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$125,924
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
62.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
99
/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100
/ 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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