Astoria Heights

Astoria Heights has the highest average home prices in Astoria, with single-family and multi-family homes ranging from $700K to $1.4M+. The median sale price crossed $1M in 2024, reflecting consistent demand for larger properties with outdoor space.

Astoria Heights is one of the most residential and peaceful areas in Queens, with a tight-knit community, active neighborhood associations, and consistently low crime rates.

Astoria Heights is primarily served by bus routes (Q18, Q19) connecting to the subway network. The BQE and Grand Central Parkway provide easy car access. It is approximately 30–40 minutes to Midtown by transit.

Astoria Heights is Astoria's premier family neighborhood - larger lots, private driveways, quieter streets, and top-rated schools including PS 171 (8/10 on GreatSchools). Many families relocate here for the space and community feel unavailable elsewhere in Queens.

Astoria Heights is dominated by single-family and two-family homes, many with private driveways and backyards - rare in NYC. You will also find attached rowhouses and small multi-family buildings. It is one of the few Queens neighborhoods with true suburban character within city limits.