Rochdale Condo for Sale

Rochdale, located in Jamaica, Southeast Queens, offers a suburban feel with its wide lawns, quiet streets, and single-family homes. The neighborhood is a commuter's haven with an on-ramp to the Belt Parkway and the Locust Manor station of the Long Island Rail Road within walking distance. Downtown New York City is a convenient 45-minute train and subway ride away, while John F. Kennedy Airport is just over a mile to the south. Rochdale's housing features include large Victorians on ample lots and midcentury split-level homes, many with driveways and easy street parking. The area benefits from cool winds off Jamaica Bay, which is only 2 miles away, and offers recreational opportunities at the 100-acre Baisley Pond Park and the 16-acre Gwen Ifill Park, known for its preserved habitat for migratory birds and native plants. Residents enjoy local amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants, and a variety of businesses, with several Nigerian eateries and the popular Tropical Grill. The neighborhood is served by public, charter, and private schools, including the Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia and Communication, Collaborative Arts Middle School, and August Martin High School, all of which have high ratings. With Far Rockaway Beach under 30 minutes away by car, Rochdale provides a blend of urban convenience and suburban tranquility.