Hollis
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.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.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.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.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.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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Chad Anderson
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Abraham Ortiz
Abraham Ortiz
Voro LLC
(347) 657-3147
49 Total Sales
1 in Hollis
$790,000 Price
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Jenefer Joseph
Jenefer Joseph
JENEFER JOSEPH & ASSOCIATES INC
(516) 518-5230
27 Total Sales
2 in Hollis
$505K - $600K Price Range
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Shyamal Biswas
Shyamal Biswas
Exit Realty Prime
(855) 740-0499
9 Total Sales
1 in Hollis
$670,000 Price
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Santiago Jaraba
Santiago Jaraba
Whitestone Real Estate Group
(888) 483-4006
263 Total Sales
1 in Hollis
$650,000 Price
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Lorraine Pharaoh Brandon
Lorraine Pharaoh Brandon
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
(516) 265-7708
12 Total Sales
1 in Hollis
$740,000 Price
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Mohammed Karim
Mohammed Karim
Exit Realty Prime
(646) 551-0922
56 Total Sales
5 in Hollis
$728K - $1.1M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Daniel M O'Connell Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Alley Pond Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Golf
Peters Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Clearview's Tail
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
14 min drive
Train
Hollis Station
Bus
Hollis Av & 205 St
Bus
Jamaica Av & 190 St
Bus
Hillside Av & 202 St
Bus
Farmers Bl & 113 Av
Bus
Hollis Av & 100 Av
Bus
Murdock Av & Farmers Bl
Hollis Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hollis, Queens sell after 153 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hollis, Queens over the last 12 months is $683,750, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$583,250
Median Sale Price
$683,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$549,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$219
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
903
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,837
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,857
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 1pm
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Thursday, Jul 315 - 6:30pm
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Sunday, Aug 312:30 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
35,162
Median Age
42
Population Density
52 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,889
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,124
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.6%
College Graduates
25.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
80
/ 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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