$869,000
- 6 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,184 Sq Ft
117-22 142nd St, Jamaica, NY 11436
Mercedes St Junette Washington
Triangle Realty of NY Inc
(929) 421-1562
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Jamaica a good place to live?
South Jamaica is a good place to live. South Jamaica is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with good transit options. South Jamaica has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 24.9 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $94,250 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20% of residents. A majority of residents in South Jamaica are home owners, with 41.9% of residents renting and 58.1% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving South Jamaica can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our South Jamaica neighborhood guide.
Is South Jamaica, NY a safe neighborhood?
South Jamaica, NY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in South Jamaica?
The median home price in South Jamaica is $672,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $134,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,400 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $146K a year to afford the median home price in South Jamaica. The average household income in South Jamaica is $94K.
What are the best public schools in South Jamaica?
The best public schools that serve South Jamaica are:
- P.S. 140 - Edward K. Ellington has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.0.
- Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- P.S. 123 has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 16:1.
What are the best private schools in South Jamaica?
The best private schools that serve South Jamaica are:
- The Mary Louis Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Linden Seventh-Day Adventist School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- Al-Iman School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 1:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
What are the most popular zip codes in South Jamaica, Queens, NY?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near South Jamaica, Queens, NY?
The most popular neighborhoods near South Jamaica, Queens, NY are Rochdale, South Ozone Park, Jamaica, Saint Albans and Springfield Gardens.
Are home prices dropping in South Jamaica?
Yes, home prices in South Jamaica are down 1% in the last 12 months.
