Yianni Bachas · Amorelli Realty
The western edge of Astoria bordering Long Island City is one of Queens' fastest-appreciating micro-markets, drawing investors and first-time buyers alike.
Lifestyle
The LIC Border is Astoria's most dynamic and fast-changing neighborhood. New restaurants and bars open monthly, luxury condo towers are rising alongside pre-war walkups, and the commute to Midtown can be under 15 minutes. It attracts ambitious young professionals who want to be close to the action — and investors who want to be ahead of it.
Why Live Here
Highest year-over-year appreciation in the entire Astoria market at +11.4%
Borders Long Island City — one of NYC's hottest investment corridors
Best transit connectivity in all of Queens — 5 subway lines within walking distance
Mix of new-development condos and classic pre-war buildings
Strong rental demand from Manhattan commuters drives excellent investor returns
$450K – $900K
Current market in LIC Border / Dutch Kills
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Education
PS 111 — Edward Hartley
7 / 10Grades K–5
IS 10 — Horace Greeley
7 / 10Grades 6–8
Long Island City High School
7 / 10Grades 9–12
Ratings based on GreatSchools. Always verify current zoning with NYC DOE before purchasing.
Market Pulse
Yianni's on-the-ground read of the LIC Border / Dutch Kills market right now.
At +11.4% year-over-year, the LIC Border is outpacing every other sub-market in Astoria. Properties here move in an average of 15 days — the fastest in the area. The spillover effect from LIC's luxury condo market continues to push buyers westward, and new restaurant openings are accelerating the neighborhood's identity transformation. Both investors and owner-occupants are competing fiercely for the same limited inventory.
