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A residential suburb with tight-knit, multigenerational families
Tucked between two large parks in the heart of Queens, Oakland Gardens remains a family-centric neighborhood populated with midcentury, single-family homes, leafy streets and multicultural eateries. With Queensborough Community College to the north, it’s a popular neighborhood amongst students, as well as for families, especially amongst the large Asian-American communities who reside here. “This neighborhood has a lot of multigenerational families that pool their funds together and build these massive, beautiful homes to suit their needs and live together. I don’t normally see that in other neighborhoods,” says Stephanie Lim McNeil, who specializes in the area and is an associate real estate broker with FILO Real Estate Group. “It’s a big party. It’s great. A good core family group going on. It’s been a trend for the past five to six years.”
Single family homes are found in so many blocks in Oakland Garden.
Oakland Gardens is a suburban neighborhood close to Manhattan.
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Two major parks with popular, forested trailheads
Oakland Gardens is bordered by two gorgeous parks—both part of an interconnected series of greenspaces within Queens—that are walkable from nearly every residence in the neighborhood. “Alley Pond Park is a big favorite. It’s very picturesque and beautiful, with a resident swan and ducks. There’s access to wildlife and nature, without having to travel a far distance. They added a new bike lane recently, too,” says McNeil. “Vanderbilt Parkway is another big draw for walkability and dogs,” she adds. To the west, Cunningham Park is the spot for sports: there’s a soccer field and an access point to a popular BMX and mountain bike trailhead. Just north of the neighborhood, Oakland Lake is another spot for outdoor activity: “It’s a half-mile around, and the city paved the walkway around the park. There’s also a running trail that goes from there to the Long Island Expressway, which makes for a really nice run. It’s almost like you’re in the middle of the forest when the trees have all the leaves. It’s like trail running in the middle of the city,” McNeil adds.
Alley Pond Park near Oakland Gardens is a place for solace.
Cunningham Park Soccer Fields in Oakland Garden has beautiful green fields for many sports.
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Plenty of single-family homes for just under $1 million
Oakland Gardens has a very popular market right now, especially due to the larger lots for single-family homes, which typically range between $899,000 and $1.2 million. Most homes were built in the midcentury, consisting of Cape Cod, colonial, and ranch styles, but McNeil is seeing a new trend over recent years: “A lot of individuals and families are buying them to build newer homes, not necessarily developers. There’s a lot of new construction,” she says. There are also garden-style co-ops in the area, generally ranging anywhere from $275,000 to $365,000, as well as several units available in brick-clad, mid-rise buildings with similar pricing.
Rows of Tudor-style homes are a regular sight in Oakland Gardens,
Colonial-style homes are common in the Oakland Gardens neighborhood.
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Mom-and-pop, local dining with standout Asian food
Off Springfield Boulevard and I-495/Long Island Expressway, aka the LIE, there's a small area dotted with Asian eateries and mom-and-pop dining, including Korean rolls at Rolly Kimbab, mouthwatering Korean barbecue at Chilsung Garden, Shanghai dumplings at Little Dumpling Bayside, and Cantonese and Japanese cuisines. Three grocery stores are also in the area, including Holiday Farms Supermarket, as well as delis, pharmacies and bakeries. Along Bell Boulevard, a popular main street that runs north-west into Bayside, residents can find more local restaurants, such as comfort food at Bell Diner and Italian at Villa Rustica.
Little Dumpling Bayside in Oakland Garden has authentic Chinese food.
Chilsung Garden is a popular restaurant in Oakland Garden.
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High-quality, A-rated public schools
Another perk of the area—and a big draw for families—is the top-tier public schools, many of which are highly-ranked. P.S. 188 Kingsbury, A-rated by Niche, falls into the top 100 elementary schools in New York. Nathaniel Hawthorne Middle School 74, also A-rated by Niche, ranks in the top 30 public middle schools in New York and has engaging art, music and athletic programming for students. Just north in neighboring Bayside, Benjamin N. Cardozo High School receives an A-minus rating on Niche and ranks among the top 40 most diverse public high schools in New York.
PS 188 Kingsbury has 674 students in grades PK, K-5.
Benjamin N Cardozo High School is a highly rated public school located in Bayside, NY.
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No subway, but LIRR is within 1.5 miles
With a ring of expressways surrounding the neighborhood, commuters can get to Manhattan or Brooklyn in roughly an hour by car, or under 20 miles. Long Island, towards the east, and Manhattan, towards the west, can both be accessed via the Long Island Expressway (LIE)/ I-495. There is no subway in the neighborhood, but the LIRR can be accessed 2 miles to the south or 1.5 miles to the north.
LIRR station at Bayside near Oakland Garden has very easy commute to Manhattan.
Public transportation runs through the Oakland Gardens neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Telephone Playground
Alley Pond Park
Alley Pond Park
Alley Park
Cunningham Park
Potomogeton Park
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
16 min drive
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Springfield Bl & Grand Central Pkwy
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Springfield Bl & Union Tpk
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73 Av & Bell Bl
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Springfield Bl & Kingsbury Av
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Union Tp & Cloverdale Bl
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Union Tp & 222 St
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Union Tp & Stewart Rd
Oakland Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oakland Gardens, Queens sell after 99 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Oakland Gardens, Queens over the last 12 months is $510,000.
Welcome to this bright and inviting 1-bedroom garden-style co-op in the highly sought-after Hollis Court community. This well-maintained unit features hardwood floors throughout, a spacious 4-room layout, and a windowed kitchen equipped with a cooktop, refrigerator, and dishwasher—offering both functionality and comfort. Open floor plan which allows natural light and an air spacious flow if you
Welcome to this spacious high-ranch home, perfectly situated on a 40x100 lot in the sought-after Hollis Hills neighborhood. With a versatile layout, this property offers the ideal balance of comfort and functionality for modern living. The main level welcomes you with a bright, open-concept living room and formal dining area. The eat-in kitchen features ample cabinetry and counter space for
Welcome to 69-18 230th St Oakland Gardens-This fantastic two-family property features 6 bedrooms and 4 full baths. The finished basement provides additional living space and includes a separate entrance for convenience. Central air conditioning ensures year-round comfort. The home showcases an open layout, abundant natural light, and luxurious details throughout. A private driveway offers easy
Welcome to this bright and inviting 1-bedroom garden-style co-op in the highly sought-after Hollis Court community. This well-maintained unit features hardwood floors throughout, a spacious 4-room layout, and a windowed kitchen equipped with a cooktop, refrigerator, and dishwasher offering both functionality and comfort. Open floor plan which allows natural light and an air spacious flow if you
Charming upper-level unit located in the heart of Queens, offering comfortable living with easy access to local amenities, schools, and public transportation. This home features a bright, airy layout perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of a public water and sewer connection in a friendly, well-established neighborhood.
COOP- NEEDS BOARD INTERVIEW !!! non-refundable processing fee $400, Non-refundable credit check $75/PER PERSON , Consumer Report Fee $150/per person (refundable if applicants NOT approval ),Move-in fee $800 (Refundable if applicant NOT approval). 2nd Floor-Coop / 1 Bedroom APARTMENT, Co-op requirement on OCCUPANCY LIMITS: MAY BE OCCUPIED BY NO MORE THAN TWO ADULTS and DTI RATIO NOT MORE THAN 35%.
COOP- NEEDS BOARD INTERVIEW !!! non-refundable processing fee $400, Non-refundable credit check $75/PER PERSON , Consumer Report Fee $150/per person (refundable if applicants NOT approval ),Move-in fee $800 (Refundable if applicant NOT approval). FULLY FURNISHED 1 Bedroom APARTMENT Co-op requirement on OCCUPANCY LIMITS: MAY BE OCCUPIED BY NO MORE THAN TWO ADULTS and DTI RATIO NOT MORE THAN 35%.
This one family home features a full-sized 5 bedroom, 3 bath split-level residence situated in a highly visible and desirable Hollis Hills location.First Floor: Entry Foyer with Skylight, Large Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Eat-in KitchenSecond Floor: Primary Bedroom with en-suite full bath, Secondary Bedroom with en-suite full bath, 3 Additional Bedrooms, 1 Full BathBasement:
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
24,634
Median Age
48
Population Density
29 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,261
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,900
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
49.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
69/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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