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Forest Park, culture and more in this historic Queens neighborhood
Richmond Hill is a historic, highly diverse Queens neighborhood. Jamaica’s to the east, Woodhaven’s to the west and an assortment of Indo-Caribbean eateries, shops and events are all around. “Richmond Hill is a unique location,” says Chatter Singh, a Realtor with Keller Williams Liberty who has been selling homes for 10 years and is a longtime Queens resident from the Richmond Hill area. “It’s close to Forest Park, which has wildlife like you would never expect to find in New York City and just about every sports field you can imagine.” Beyond investors, the neighborhood’s convenience to the park, restaurants and multiple bustling metro stops is attracting people from around the world. “The housing prices have continued to increase, and the demographics have always been in flux. We have every nationality in this part of Queens, as well as Jewish, Catholic, Baptist and Buddhist communities,” says Regina Santoro Schaefer, associate real estate broker with Parkside Realty of Queens. Santoro has been selling homes in Queens for 15 years and has lived in or near Richmond Hill for much of her life. “We welcome them all, and everyone seems to get along.”
Richmond Hill has a variety of home styles and is very family-friendly.
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Historic Victorian homes, condos and co-ops
North of Atlantic Avenue, many homes follow stately Colonial Revival and Victorian designs, with many dating between 1890 and 1930. “A lot of homes have large porches or verandas. Some have turrets and an abundance of stained-glass windows,” says Santoro, who is a board member of the Richmond Hill Historical Society. “Residents in the historic district can apply for city funding, and they will give you tax credits if you historically protect your house.” Streetscapes are slightly different on the other side of Atlantic Ave. “South Richmond Hill has more attached or semi-attached homes with shared driveways, so the area is more densely populated,” Santoro says. But the contrast between the two sides of Richmond Hill might grow stronger if taller buildings come in. “Some streets on the north side like Myrtle Avenue have been upzoned so they can build higher, while the side streets are protected. South Richmond Hill hasn’t been upzoned.” Single-family homes ready for some sprucing up begin at $400,000. Turnkey homes start closer to $600,000, with prices usually reaching $1.2 million. Builds with over 2,000 square feet of interior space can get up to $1.8 million. Four-bedroom multifamily homes start around $600,000, and six-bedroom houses can reach $1.3 million. Co-ops range from $200,000 to $370,000. One-bedroom condos go for about $370,000.
The public schools in Richmond Hill are above average.
Richmond Hill offers residents an urban suburban feel.
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West Indian groceries, a 195-year-old tavern and houses of worship
A CTown Supermarket and a few Key Food Supermarkets are located in or near Richmond Hill. For specialty foods, shoppers can visit J & B West Indian Grocery or Apna Bazar. Residents are all within a mile of a grocery store. Visting restaurants along Jamaica Avenue is like going on a culinary tour of the world. Caribbean Cabana serves up jerk chicken, while Caleta 111 is known for their ceviche and Peruvian cuisine. Liberty Avenue features an abundance of West Indian eateries, such as Singh’s Roti Shop and Sibyl’s. Residents can pick up the ingredients they need to prepare Caribbean dishes of their own at Little Guyana Bake Shop, J & B West Indian Grocery and Apna Bazar, as well as a CTown Supermarket and a few Key Food grocery stores. Located in neighboring Woodhaven, Neir’s Tavern has been in operation since 1829, making it one of the country’s oldest bars. The tavern has seen a lot through its days, functioning as a speakeasy during prohibition and appearing prominently in the film Goodfellas. When the bar was set to close in 2020 because of rising rent costs, community members successfully arranged for the landlord and restaurant owners to renegotiate the rent. The hope is the tavern can survive for another 200 years. Various houses of worship sit in and around the neighborhood, from Catholic churches to Hindu mandirs and Sikh gurudwaras.
Neir's Tavern is an old fashion tavern with great food and reasonable prices.
Sybil's of Richmond Hill has a great variety of traditional Guyanese delicacies.
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A beloved local park and one of Queens’ largest green spaces
Phil “Scooter” Rizzuto Park, still known to locals by its former name, “Smokey Park,” sits off Atlantic Avenue. Many residents visit the park to play cricket, but the park’s field can also be used for baseball and soccer. Other amenities include basketball courts and a playground. Queen’s third biggest park, Forest Park, lies just north of Richmond Hill, less than 2 miles from most homes. This 165-acre green space lives up to its name, offering several miles of arboreal hiking, biking and equestrian trails, plus a spacious golf course and historic carousel. Red-tailed hawks, herons, great egrets and other birds migrate to the park seasonally. Cinemart Cinemas up on Metropolitan Avenue showcases an eclectic variety of films from recent blockbuster hits to independent art house films. Pocket parks in and around the neighborhood include Lt. Frank McConnell Park, which is wedged between two roads and offers benches, and Maurice A. FitzGerald Playground.
Richmond Hill offers a variety family-friendly activities that cater to different age groups.
Running works off a lot of stress for some Richmond Hill residents.
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Little Guyana’s Festival of Lights
The Diwali Festival in Little Guyana to the south is one of the largest events near Richmond Hill. “It’s very colorful. Everyone in the community comes to visit. And so do people from outside and local officials,” Singh says. “There’s lots of dancing and bands, and floats come down Liberty Avenue.”
Richmond Hill High gives students real-world experience
Elementary schools that serve local students include P.S. 62 Chester Park, which receives a B-plus from Niche, and P.S. 90 Horace Mann, which gets a B. Middle schools include B-plus-rated M.S. 137 America’s School of Heroes. B-rated Richmond Hill High offers several career academies for students to explore career paths and participate in work-based learning. Academies include hospitality and tourism; law and forensics; and software engineering. “Richmond Hill High got a $5 million fund to open up a culinary school,” Santoro says. “They will be building a state-of-the-art culinary kitchen with commercial stoves and refrigerators. It’s going to be a huge magnet for kids.”
Richmond Hill High School
MS 137 is an above average public school located in Ozone Park, NY.
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Between two airports, highways and Jamaica station
The J/Z metro line follows Jamaica Avenue through Richmond Hill. The A line runs parallel, following Liberty Avenue and terminating at the Ozone Park-Lefferts Boulevard station. Jamaica station, one of the busiest transit hubs in the country, sits less than half a mile east. Here, commuters can board the Long Island Rail Road, a commuter railroad, and the Air Train, which delivers travelers to John F. Kennedy International Airport 5 miles south. On the other hand, La Guardia Airport is 8 miles north, though drivers can expect heavy traffic. Several buses serve residents such as Q10, which heads south to J.F.K. Airport. Interstate 678, also known here as the Van Wyck Expressway, sits on the eastern border of the neighborhood, running north-to-south across Long Island to the Bronx. The highway leads north to Interstate 495, also known as the Long Island Expressway for running across the island.
Richmond Hill has a variety of transportation options.
Richmond Hill residents can take the AirTrain 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Lt. Frank McConnell Park
Police Officer Nicholas Demutiis Playground
Basketball
Playground
Marco Giovanelli Playground
Phil "Scooter" Rizzuto Park
Forest Park Golf Course
Golf
Phil "Scooter" Rizzuto Park
Transit
Airport
John F Kennedy International
9 min drive
Subway
104 Street (J,Z Line)
Subway
111 Street (J Line)
Subway
Ozone Park-Lefferts Boulevard
Bus
Jamaica Av & 115 St
Bus
Liberty Av & 125 St
Bus
101 Av & 100 St
Bus
Jamaica Av & 109 St
Bus
Atlantic Av & 108 St
Bus
Atlantic Av & 127 St
Bus
Jamaica Av & 102 St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Richmond Hill
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Richmond Hill, Queens sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Richmond Hill, Queens over the last 12 months is $691,804, down 41% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a separate accessory unit in the basement, perfectly situated in a prime Richmond Hill location. This charming home offers a blend of modern upgrades and unbeatable convenience, making it an ideal choice for comfortable living.Located just one block from Jamaica Avenue, this property places you within walking distance of
Welcome to your dream home! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath gem offers a perfect blend of comfort and style. Nestled in a desirable neighborhood, this home features:3 Cozy Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Bathrooms, Spacious Living Area with an enclosed porch. A full finished basement that leads out to a private backyard and dedicated private parking, 2 storage sheds and solar panels are a
Fantastic opportunity to own a one-bedroom, one-bathroom co-op in the heart of Richmond Hill. This unit requires significant renovation, offering a blank canvas for those looking to customize their home or investment. The building is well-maintained with low monthly maintenance, a live-in superintendent, laundry room, and a flexible subletting policy after 2 years. Conveniently located near
Welcome to the Semi Detached beautiful house ,located in heart of RICHMOND HILL. This house offers 4 bedrooms with 1.5 bathrooms. Kitchen is fully updated few years back with formal dining room .It has full finished walk out basement .Excellent condition ,Close to shopping malls, buses ,house of worship and Only 3 blocks for subway .
Detached Legal 2 Family home with private driveway and 2 car garage. Huge home - space for everyone. Located in the heart of Richmond Hill. Close to all including the A train. 2 Bedrooms on First fl with Eat in Kitchen, FDR, LR , Office and Full Bath.4 Bedroom Duplex on 2nd floor with Eat in Kitchen, FDR, LR Office and 2 full Baths.
Regina Santoro SchaeferParkside Realty of Queens Inc
Welcome to this charming and spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment located in the heart of Richmond Hill on Jamaica Avenue. This beautifully maintained home offers an ideal blend of comfort and convenience, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy vibrant city living. Features include: Three generously sized bedrooms with ample natural light Two full bathrooms for added convenience Proximity to
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom apartment in Richmond Hill, offering modern upgrades and a bright, inviting atmosphere. This home features brand-new appliances, 1.5 bathrooms, a spacious living room, a dining room, and an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. It also includes a fully finished basement with high ceilings and a separate entrance. Conveniently located near buses,
Beautiful 2 bedroom apartment. 1st floor. Recently renovated multifamily house. Lots of windows for natural light, spacious bedrooms, hardwood floors, Central air in every room. Two blocks from Forest Park, 4 blocks from the J train (104 St Station)MUST have excellent credit, verifiable income and verifiable rental history.NO SMOKING, NO PETS, NO ANIMALS OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
52,716
Median Age
40
Population Density
94 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$77,408
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,286
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
25.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
87/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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