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SOLD FOR $3,300,000

Listed at $3,498,000 · Sold 5.7% below asking · Closed March 20, 2026

56 Shorthill Road
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56 Shorthill Road

Forest Hills, Queens

MLS® #RLS20069449

RLS at REBNY

Listing by DGSIR Realty

5

Bedrooms

5.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5 full, 1 half
Lot Size 8,007 sq ft
Year Built 1930
Ownership None
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Forest Hills

Property Highlights

  • Parking: Private garage
  • Character: Pre-war building (1930)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Ownership None
Total Rooms 12
Baths 4 Full, 1 Half
Pets Yes
Year Built 1930
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type House
Furnished Unfurnished
Basement Finished
Lot Size 8,007 sq ft
Block/Lot 03301/0011

Description

Beautifully maintained brick Colonial-style home set on a picturesque, tree-lined street in the heart of Forest Hills Gardens. This elegant residence offers 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, featuring gracious proportions and timeless architectural charm throughout. The inviting front porch and columned entry lead into warm, sun-filled living spaces, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Well-sized bedrooms provide peaceful, comfortable retreats, while the landscaped front and rear gardens create a serene outdoor escape. A private driveway and detached garage add everyday convenience. Ideally located just moments from Forest Hills’ shops, restaurants, and transportation, this exceptional home captures the very best of Gardens living. Zoned for PS 101.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building In Basement In Basement

Building Information

Total Units 1
Stories 3
Structure House

Forest Hills is a sought-after and picturesque Queens neighborhood known for its lush greenery and exceptional architecture. The area is famous for Forest Hills Gardens, a private community featuring stunning Tudor-style homes and winding streets. The broader neighborhood offers a mix of grand pre-war cooperatives, modern luxury condominiums, and the vibrant shopping and dining destination of Austin Street, providing a suburban feel within the city limits.

Forest Hills Live Market Data

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Active Listings

60

Median Asking Price

$573K

Median $/Sqft

$692

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

33%

Sold (30 Days)

10

Median Sale Price

$686K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/23/26, 3:09 AM EST

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56 Shorthill Road, Forest Hills, Queens County

MLS® ID: RLS20069449
First Listed: 1/30/2026
On Market: 1/29/2026
Price Changed: 1/30/2026
Closed: 3/20/2026
Contract Date: 1/29/2026

Listing Courtesy of DGSIR Realty - Malek Jihane Abdel

Listing Contact: (917) 804-1587

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