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Hip hop and Jamaican culture meet in a small urban neighborhood
Hollis is a mural-splashed urban landscape full of music-industry lore – and buzz around a neighborhood restaurant trending on social media. Those murals pay homage to Run-D.M.C., the pioneering rap trio that even has a street named for its members near Hollis Playground. Datz Deli, on the other hand, sells Jamaican beef patties that have gone viral on TikTok. It’s all an interesting claim to fame, since locals will describe Queens as a series of small villages, each with their own flavor. “You can track different varieties of culture, just moving from Kew Gardens on the far west end to Fresh Meadows,” says Michele Cheng, a real estate agent with Keller Williams who’s worked in the area for 20 years. The arc she describes is instructive: Kew Gardens is buffered by swaths of parkland, while Fresh Meadows sprawls just north of Hollis, filled with neat and nearly suburban Cape Cod properties. And so Hollis punctuates this trajectory of Queens, stretching only from 180th Street over to Francis Lewis Boulevard, capped to the north and south by Hillside and Hollis avenues. Contained in this small box is hip-hop culture, Jamaican culture and a dash of busyness from a large rail yard, anchored by Hollis Station.
Greek Revival-style homes close together, but also Victorians and colonials with yards
Having a single-owner home experience while not being fully removed from Manhattan is important to residents here, although it’s true that apartments make up a large percentage of this small neighborhood. With about 18 miles separating Hollis from Midtown, this is a commuter community. “There are a lot of city employees and people with good jobs in the area,” says Ronald Greene, founder of Ronald Greene Realty. A popular home style is a three- or four-bedroom home with colonial and Greek Revival elements – such as a single, sharp gable that accents an otherwise boxy frame. Side lots are practically nonexistent, and out front there may be a small square garden or simply steps leading to the sidewalk. Prices range from $750,000 to $925,000. Along the northern border of Hillside Avenue, larger properties featuring yards or even five-bedroom layouts pop into view. These are priced between $1 million and $1.5 million, and the homes tend to be traditional colonials or Victorians — architectural styles that can accommodate a larger footprint.
Large Victorian homes can be found in Hollis for around $1,000,000.
Colonial revivals with manicured front lawns are located along Hillside Avenue.
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Datz Deli is a social media sensation
At the corner of 99th and Hollis avenues is Datz Deli. It’s an unusual location for a restaurant: spearheading a strip mall of salons and eateries, the narrow entrance nearly juts out into passing traffic. But this little establishment has racked up millions of views on social media for its Jamaican beef patties, which are stuffed with macaroni and cheese, then topped with oxtail gravy. West Indian food, Mexican cuisine and even a French bakery line Jamaica Avenue just a couple blocks north. Foodtown of Hollis, placed on Hillside Avenue, is the neighborhood’s big traditional supermarket with meats, produce, dairy and prepared foods.
Elena's 43 Restaurant is a top Dominican restaurant in Hollis.
La Baguette Shop in Hollis sells Haitian patties along with pastries.
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Queens High School for the Sciences partners with York College
P.S. 35, also known as Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary, earns a B rating from Niche. I.S. 238, also known as Susan B. Anthony Academy, is rated B-minus for sixth through eighth grades and has an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Queens High School for the Sciences opened in 2002 with a focus on math, science and technology, and it's housed in the science building at York College. High school students are permitted to use facilities like York's campus library and gym – but they can also take college courses and pursue research with professors. The school earns an A.
P.S. 95 Eastwood is rated A-minus by Niche.
Susan B. Anthony Academy is a top school in the Hollis neighborhood.
Students at Queens High School can take classes at York College.
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Hollis Playground is a small retreat near a library
Though it’s primarily an urban landscape, Hollis is dotted by small parks from end to end, primarily focused on sports and active recreation. Hollis Playground sits on the east side, offering colorful playground equipment as well as basketball and handball courts. This acre-sized retreat faces the South Hollis branch of Queens Public Library. Haggerty Park, just four blocks north, has the same amenities, as well as baseball facilities, owing to its larger size. Peters Field on the west side has handball courts, baseball fields and a playground.
Alley Pond Park offers over 600 acres of natural serenity just outside of the city.
The Bellaire Playground is a favorite spot to play for residents.
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Hollis station is served by the Long Island Rail Road
Overall, Hollis is a commuter-friendly neighborhood on top of being walkable. Perhaps the biggest transportation boon for Hollis residents, and a standout feature of the neighborhood overall, is the Long Island Rail Road station near Datz Deli. “The convenience of having the Long Island Rail Road is going to be a big draw if it’s in your Queens neighborhood,” says Cheng. Plus, next door to the west is Jamaica Center, one of the most bustling transit hubs in greater New York. Over half a million people pass through there daily. Residents can ride over on the LIRR and pick up the MTA or even the Air Train to John F. Kennedy Airport. Jamaica Avenue is the central thoroughfare, which splits into Hollis Avenue and Farmers Boulevard, which are all important pathways for drivers getting around the neighborhood. For exploring outside the community, drivers will typically take Hillside Avenue on the north end, also known as Route 25. Buses serve all of these corridors as well.
Long Island Rail Road offers commuter rail service to an already commuter-friendly neighborhood.
Hollis locals travel via LIRR to easily go to downtown.
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Eye-catching houses of worship
Local houses of worship feature striking architecture, from the rustic tan stones making up the Jesus Son of Mary Mosque to the slightly Romanesque face of First United Methodist, done up in white brick.
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Hollis Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hollis, Queens sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Hollis, Queens over the last 12 months is $747,500, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Price Improvement!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Fantastic semi detached 2 family on corner lot in excellent condition and convenient to shopping, transportation and major highways!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!3 bedrooms apartment on each floor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Private parking and one car garage!!!!!!!!!
Solid brick mixed-use building in prime Saint Albans, one commercial unit and one 3-bedroom apartment. Ground floor and basement currently used as a restaurant with proper setup, high ceilings and heavy foot traffic. Building size is 18x60, lot size is 19x100, annual property tax is $5,011. Projected yearly rental income $90,000 with a cap rate of 8%. Excellent condition & great investment
Solid brick mixed-use building in prime Saint Albans, one commercial unit and one 3-bedroom apartment. Ground floor and basement currently used as a restaurant with proper setup, high ceilings and heavy foot traffic. Building size is 18x60, lot size is 19x100, annual property tax is $5,011. Projected yearly rental income $90,000 with a cap rate of 8%. Excellent condition & great investment
Tucked away on a quiet, tree lined street of Hollis, just off 99th Avenue!99-11 205th Place is a meticulously renovated, turn key, move in ready 4 bedroom 3 full bath single family that will captivate you from the moment you arrive with its warm & welcoming energy.Sitting on a 41x100 lot featuring a wide private driveway, tons of yard space to enjoy outdoor gatherings and provides the
Excellent mixed-use property (Block/Lot: 10447/0043), selling as a package deal with 2 additional lots (Block/Lot: 10447/0040 & 0140) on the back. Located right on Jamaica Avenue, Hollis, features 2-story mixed-use with a 775 sqft retail store on the front, One 1-bedroom unit on the rear, two 1-bedroom units on the 2nd floor, and a finished basement for storage purposes. The second lot (0040) has
Space, style & modern luxury come together at 191-44 113th Avenue!A newly renovated, fully detached single family nestled on a beautiful tree lined street of the Hollis/ Saint Albans Border. Sitting on a 35x100 lot featuring a wide private driveway, garage, and tons of outdoor space. Perfect opportunity for buyers with large/ multiple vehicles.Looking for space? Look no further, your
This impressive 100% brick home offers four levels of living space on a desirable 40x100 lot. It features five spacious bedrooms and four well-appointed bathrooms, including a relaxing jacuzzi tub. The lofty ceilings are adorned with stunning chandeliers, adding elegance to the interior. The thoughtfully designed walls give the home a unique character, while the entertainment wall, complete with
Welcome to this fully remodeled colonial in the heart of Saint Albans! This stunning 3 bed 3 bath home offers nearly 2,000 square feet of sun-drenched interior space on a 4,000 square foot lot (40x100). Enjoy this expansive open-concept main level that is designed for entertaining, featuring hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, abundant natural light and a full bathroom! The kitchen is the
Welcome to 9915 202nd Street, Hollis. This well-maintained single-family residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half bath with a functional layout. The main level features a bright living room, formal dining area, kitchen, and a convenient half bath. The second level includes three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms. A finished basement with a separate outside entrance
Welcome to this beautifully renovated single-family detached home located in the Hollis section of Queens. This property features 3 well-proportioned bedrooms and updated interior spaces designed for comfortable living.The fully finished basement with a separate exterior entrance offers additional flexible space suitable for a variety of uses. A private driveway leads to a two-car garage,
This is a gorgeous big and spacious 5 bedroom house with 4 bathrooms, completely newly renovated which features a huge living room on the 1st fl, a dining room, and a spacious modern kitchen with all new stainless steel appliances, for preparing delicious gourmet meals, and a beautiful full bathroom with 2 beautiful spacious bedrooms with hardwood floors, and spacious closets, the 2nd floor
This is a legal 3 family home in the heart of Queens NY. One block away from LIRR and minutes from NYC subways and bus stations. The basement is full and finished with access to the backyard. Each of the 3 units contains a large and spacious living area with separate dining room and kitchen counter, 3 generous bedrooms and a den that is currently being used as a bedroom(4) and 2 full bathrooms.
Well - maintained and inviting home now available for sale, offering spacious comfortable living areas with natural light throughout.This property features a functional layout.generous bedrooms, and well kept kitchen and baths, making it truly move in ready. Conveniently located near schools, close , shopping, and public transportation. This home is ideal for homeowners or investors alike.
A block from Jamaica Ave, all units are studio apartments in a clean, well-maintained building. Conveniently located just a 9-minute walk from the Hollis Long Island Rail Road station and one block from the Q110 bus. Only a 15-minute bus ride to the E and F subway lines. Close to supermarkets, laundromats, and local restaurants. Heat and water are included; tenant pays for electricity and gas. No
Welcome to this spacious first-floor 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located in the desirable neighborhood of Hollis, Queens. This well-maintained unit offers a comfortable layout with generous living space, perfect for everyday living.Enjoy the added benefit of backyard access (with landlord approval), ideal for relaxing or outdoor enjoyment. Situated on a quiet residential block, this home
Property Id: 2367172Welcome to this charming single-family home in the heart of Hollis, NY. This cozy studio features 1 bathroom, hardwood floors, and a spacious lawn for outdoor activities. With utilities included and pet-friendly policies, this property offers convenience and comfort. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call this place home!
Discover modern comfort in this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located in the heart of Saint Albans. Offered at $3,400 per month, this residence provides exceptional value with heat and hot water included in the rent (tenant is responsible for electricity). Apartment Highlights:Gourmet Designer Kitchen: Features elegant white shaker cabinetry, premium quartz
Beautiful and huge 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms apartment in the heart of Jamaica, Queens, NY. Clean and ready to move in. Close to Bus stop Q2, Q3 and Minutes away from Subway train station, school, laundry and parks.
Spacious and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental property located on the second floor at 205-11 Hollis Ave, 11412, in the heart of Queens. This bright and comfortable unit offers a functional layout with generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. Tenant pays all utilities, Conveniently situated near shopping, dining, transportation, and local amenities, providing easy access to
Rental in Hollis, Queens. Entry-level first floor featuring a shared living room and dining area, kitchen, and half bath. Lower level offers 2 bedrooms, each with its own full bathroom. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and public transportation, just minutes from the LIRR Hollis station. Great commuter-friendly location!
Step into comfort and convenience with this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located on the first floor of a well-kept property. This home is move-in ready and comes fully furnished, making it the perfect option for families, roommates, or professionals looking for a hassle-free living experience. Spacious living and dining areas with modern finishes, fully furnished with sofas,
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