Why Forest Hills feels like a suburb in the middle of the city
Forest Hills is a Queens neighborhood offering a peaceful, suburban atmosphere in the heart of New York City. Its tree-lined streets and Tudor-style buildings create an upscale vibe, which is balanced with notable landmarks like the Forest Hills Stadium and Austin Street, the neighborhood’s shopping and dining hub. Additionally, easy access to convenient subway options, top-rated schools and local parks helps create the leafy enclave’s “suburb-in-the-city” feel and is why Forest Hills is often considered one of the most desirable neighborhoods of Queens.
This row of Tudor homes in Forest Hills adds charm to the neighborhood.
Forest Hills residents have many options for getting around the city.
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Architectural styles range from Tudors to modern high-rises
Forest Hills offers a diverse housing landscape characterized by half-timbered Tudors and elegant single-family homes in the exclusive Forest Hills Gardens, a private community set on 175 acres that boasts luxury residences, winding streets and trademark iron streetlamps. Additionally, modern luxury high-rises, condos and co-ops concentrate along Queens Boulevard and 71st Avenue. Homebuyers are drawn to the neighborhood’s mix of architectural styles and tranquil, tree-lined streets, with single-family homes typically selling between $950,000 and $4.3 million. Condos and co-ops may cost between $160,000 and upwards of $1 million for premium new development.
Tudor row homes can be found in Forest Hills.
The tree-lined homes of Forest Hills are well-maintained with manicured lawns.
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Austin Street is the center of shopping and dining in Forest Hills
Austin Street is the heart of Forest Hills’ lively shopping and dining scene, boasting a dynamic variety of cozy cafes, unique boutiques and local restaurants. Alongside big-name retailers and familiar chains, independently run shops and eateries add their own flair to the neighborhood’s appeal. Notable dining options showcase the area’s diversity:
Forest Hills Pizzeria
Klio, a Greek staple
Azal, serving Yemeni coffee
Gnocchi Bella, an Italian favorite
Additionally, the bustling Greenmarket is a year-round farmers market offering small batch foods, baked goods and locally grown products from independent producers and artisans.
Explore the many local and big box stores along Austin St in Forest Hills.
Food trucks along Austin St are always fired up and ready to go.
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Four subway lines connect the neighborhood to Midtown in minutes
The neighborhood is served by four major subway lines—E, F, M and R—at the 71st Avenue station, providing direct access to Midtown in about 20 to 25 minutes. For faster trips, the Long Island Rail Road from Forest Hills station reaches Penn Station in roughly 15 minutes. Multiple MTA bus routes (including express buses) connect the area to surrounding neighborhoods and Manhattan. These options give Forest Hills a strong balance of suburban calm with urban accessibility.
The LIRR conveniently stops at the center of Forest Hills, providing additional travel options.
Forest Hills residents enjoy convenient commuting with the E, F, & R subway lines at 71st Ave.
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Forest Park and Forest Hills Stadium anchor recreation
Residents benefit from the 500-acre Forest Park, which offers hiking, biking and picnic opportunities, as well as smaller green spaces such as Yellowstone Park that feature playgrounds and sports facilities. The neighborhood is anchored by Forest Hills Stadium, a historic open-air venue that hosts prominent concerts and community gatherings. Additionally, local cinemas, seasonal street fairs and various community events contribute to the area's vibrant yet tranquil atmosphere.
The Regal UA Midway on Queens Blvd is a popular cinema in Forest Hills.
Forest Hills Stadium hosts exciting events throughout the year.
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Families choose Forest Hills for its top-rated schools
Access to top-rated schools in the area also draws residents and families to Forest Hills. Its public schools, which are part of New York City Geographic District No. 28, have excellent ratings and include high-performing secondary options such as Forest Hills Forest Hills High School and Queens Metropolitan High School. Many local elementary schools also fall within the top 5% in statewide rankings. Additionally, Forest Hills is conveniently located near Queens College and other higher education institutions.
PS 196 in Forest Hills is a notable public elementary school in the community.
Forest Hills High School is a notable public high school in the Forest Hills neighborhood.
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I am student teaching in Forest Hills, Ny and I like the friendly environment of people in the neighborhood. Some changes that I would like to see are more public events for residents to socialize.
5.0Current Resident
2/1/2021Niche Review
Forest Hills is an amazing town. The architecture is beautiful and local businesses are outstanding.
5.0Current Resident
3/28/2018Niche Review
I grew up in Forest Hills and have lived there all my life. It is a great neighborhood with plenty of schools, stores, and restaurants for any needs at a close distance.
4.0Current Resident
1/29/2019Niche Review
Forest Hills is the best. The schools are amazing, the food is great, and the commute is fairly easy to the city. My only complaints are the nightlife and entertainment, as there's nothing much to do, being a residential neighborhood.
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Forest Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Hills, Queens sell after 98 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Hills, Queens over the last 12 months is $488,500, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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