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Centrally-located Rockaway neighborhood with coastal living
Situated in the middle of the Rockaway cape between Jamica Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Rockaway Beach is one of New York City’s main waterfront neighborhoods. Five miles of sandy coastline draw in sunbathers during the summer and avid surfers throughout the year. In recent years, the area’s long-rooted community has welcomed a new crop of young creative professionals moving in from other parts of the city and even Long Island. Most residents live in homes with direct ocean or bay beach access. “This section of the peninsula is only four blocks wide. Most amenities and attractions are within walking distance,” says Melissa Carrington, a broker with RE/MAX Elite and resident of nearby Neponsit.
Some homes and restaurants are on the water in Rockaway Beach.
Rockaway Beach has lots of surfers in the neighborhood.
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One of New York City’s main beaches and a surfer’s paradise
“It’s a beach town with the grit and edginess of the city but also open skies and fresh saltwater air,” says Carrington. “You see people in wetsuits riding their bikes along the boardwalk and carrying their boards with one arm, even in snowy weather. Waves are better in winter.” Abutting the beach, the recently reconstructed boardwalk is a hive of activity accommodating cyclists, joggers and pedestrians. Jetties section of areas for swimming and others for surfing. Rockaway Skate Park, Rockaway Beach Amphitheater and the Shore Front Parkway Adventure Course host events throughout the spring and summer but are open all year long. Close to the bay, there’s the Pier 8 fishing dock, the Rockaway Freeway Dog Run and Hammels Playground.
The Rockaway Amphitheater is a standout in Rockaway Beach featuring geometric architecture.
Rockaway Beach residents are always ready to surf.
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Restaurant Row and seasonal beachside eateries
A short stretch of Rockaway Beach Boulevard is locally known as Restaurant Row and has an eclectic array of establishments like Central Asian mainstay Uma’s and popular barbeque joint Smoke & Barrel. A shopping center with a Key Food grocery store and Family Dollar covers the essentials. A number of seasonal hot spots like burger and hot dog go-to Rippers line the boardwalk. Peruvian seafood counter La Cevicheria stays open in the fall and winter as well. Boarders Surf Shop is an important resource for Rockaway Beach’s thriving surf scene.
Uma of Rockaway Beach has an extensive menu.
Boarder's is a family-own business of Rockaway locals who know the surfs of Rockaway Beach.
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Detached Saltbox-style houses and high-rise condos
Though mostly a commercial area, there’s a wide variety of homes on offer in Rockaway Beach. Quiet side streets are filled with detached Saltbox-style single-family and multifamily homes selling for between $650,000 and $850,000. A few semi-detached postwar properties start at $550,000. While condos in postwar high-rises with water-facing balconies hover around the $350,000 mark, more recent townhome-style developments near the beach have units priced closer to $600,000.
A row of saltbox cape cod homes, seen across Rockaway Beach along smaller rural streets.
Ocean Breeze in Rockaway Beach features private parking and great views of the shore.
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Hurricane Sandy and flood insurance
Much of the original wooden Rockaway Boardwalk washed away during Superstorm Sandy in 2012. The Army Corps of Engineers spent years rebuilding and securing this infrastructure. It now also serves as a sea wall, protecting homes from potential storm surges coming off the ocean. Many homeowners have opted to raise their properties and pour higher foundations. New buildings must sit on pylons at least 10 to 12 feet high. All of Rockaway Peninsula is in a flood zone with subsections rated between X and A based on risk. This rubric informs the cost of mandatory annual insurance.
Newer homes are built higher of the ground to prevent flooding.
Rockaway Beach is a neighborhood on the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, NY.
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The Channel View School for Research is in the top 20% of citywide rankings
Students can begin their education at Waterside Children's Studio School in nearby Rockaway Park. With an A-minus rating from Niche, this elementary school has a favorable 11 to 1 student-teacher ratio. With a B-minus score, Channel View School for Research covers Grades 6 to 12 and is in the top 20% of citywide high schools according to the New York City Department of Education. Channel View is lauded for its expeditionary learning model. Its students acquire knowledge and skills by investigating real-world problems. There are also parochial schools like St. Rose of Lima Catholic Academy.
Waterside Children's Studio School is a top school in Rockaway Beach.
Students are the highest priority at Rockaway Collegiate High School in Rockaway Beach.
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Bridge to the Belt Parkway and the A Subway to Manhattan
The Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge connects directly between Rockaway Beach and the Belt Parkway on the other side of Jamaica Bay. The A Subway stops at several stations in the neighborhood and gets residents to Lower Manhattan in an hour. During the summer, there’s a free shuttle from the beach to the 108th Street Ferry dock, which has direct service to Wall Street.
Rockaway Beach residents can take the Cross Bay Bridge to connect o Brooklyn and beyond.
The Rockaway Beach stations between Beach 90 St and 116 St are a short walk from the beach.
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1 DEEDED PARKING SPACE INCLUDED! Hot new exclusive, brand new two-bedroom, two-bath condo, ideally situated just moments away from the boardwalk and beach. Thoughtfully designed, this unit has a beautiful open-concept layout filled with natural light, highlighted by dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows and sleek hardwood flooring throughout. The modern kitchen is appointed with crisp white
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This remarkable residence was conceived as a place to step out of city life without stepping away from it, and for two decades, it has been just that.Custom designed and built as a second home and creative space for its original owners in 2004, it has become Rockaway’s most iconic and architecturally distinctive home. With a double-height great room framed by soaring 22-foot ceilings,
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Perfectly positioned just moments from the beach, boardwalk, local restaurants, shopping, and transportation, this well-maintained single-family home offers an exceptional opportunity to own in one of Queens' most sought-after coastal communities. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and approximately 1,300+ square feet of living space, this home provides a spacious layout with endless
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This property in Rockaway Beach features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom within a total living space of 1,500 square feet. Open concept and hardwood floors throughout the space. The living room offers lots of space for relaxation and entertainment, while the bathroom is equipped with standard fixtures. Each bedroom provides sufficient room for furniture, personal items and plenty of closet space. The
Live your life like you are on vacation and set your goals on coastal living in the Rockaways. This spacious and bright 2-bedroom condominium offers an open layout that creates a wonderful flow of positive energy. Both bedrooms are generously sized and provide ample closet space for your seasonal wardrobe. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances and flows seamlessly into the living
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This property in Rockaway Beach features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom within a total living space of 1,500 square feet. Open concept and hardwood floors throughout the space. The living room offers lots of space for relaxation and entertainment, while the bathroom is equipped with standard fixtures. Each bedroom provides sufficient room for furniture, personal items and plenty of closet space. The
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Welcome to 308 Beach 86th Street, Unit 1- a modern home that exudes with exceptional comfort and style. This residence, is nestled in a picturesque coastal community, just a few blocks from the vibrant lifestyle surrounding Rockaway Beach and the boardwalk. This beautifully renovated unit shines with excellence from top to bottom. The open-concept living space invites you in with abundant
Welcome to 308 Beach 86th Street, Unit 2- a modern home that exudes with exceptional comfort and style. This residence, is nestled in a picturesque coastal community, just a few blocks from the vibrant lifestyle surrounding Rockaway Beach and the boardwalk. This beautifully renovated unit shines with excellence from top to bottom. The open-concept living space invites you in with abundant
Luxurious penthouse apartment living awaits in this two bedroom, two full bath rental nestled in Rockaway Queens. Stunning kitchen with beautiful dark wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a built-in microwave and dishwasher. Enjoy ocean views from the great sized bedrooms and unwind on two terraces - one overlooking the bay and the other vast terrace
Beautifully located 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment available for rent in Rockaway Beach. Conveniently located near the beach, shopping, dining, and public transportation. This home offers a comfortable layout and an excellent opportunity to enjoy all that Rockaway Beach has to offer.
Experience the best of beach living with this charming 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom bungalow ideally located just one block from Rockaway Beach, the iconic boardwalk and some of Rockaway’s most popular surfing and swimming beaches. Nestled in its own private setting, this bright and airy bungalow features an open plan living room and kitchen with cathedral ceilings, a skylight and windows that fill the
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