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Queens · New York, NY
4 active listings · Median $465K
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A co-op-led submarket with rents at the 5-year high, rising sale prices, and sale listings sitting longer than a year ago.
Median asking rent in Kew Gardens sits at $2,800/month, matching the 5-year high. Rents are up +7.7% year over year and +51.4% over the past 5 years. Median sale price stands at $465K, 25.0% below the 5-year high recorded in Jan 2026. Sale listings are clearing 32 days slower than at this point last year.
Across NYC, the FARE Act has tightened agent-listed rental supply since August 2024 by shifting the broker fee to landlords who engage a broker. Roughly 35 to 40% of NYC lease signings occur between mid-June and August 15.
Source: StreetEasy market data, through Jun 2026.
Kew Gardens is a lush and architecturally rich neighborhood in Central Queens, often described as a 'village in the city.' Bordering the massive Forest Park, the area offers abundant green space and a relaxed residential atmosphere. The real estate market is famous for its historic pre-war cooperati...
In my 25+ years selling real estate across New York City, I use this Kew Gardens data in real negotiations, not just for a web page.
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Kew Gardens appeals to buyers seeking long-established residential blocks and tree-lined streets. Consistent demand and reliable transit access support solid market conditions for residential investment properties.
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| Inventory & Activity | |
| Active Listings | 81 |
| Pending Sales | 8 |
| New This Week | 0 |
| New This Month | 3 |
| Avg DOM | 69 days |
| Price Cut Rate | 12.3% |
| Recent Sales | |
| Sold Last 30 Days | 0 |
| Sold Last 90 Days | 1 |
| Sale-to-List | 99.0% |
| Asking Prices | |
| Median Asking | $465,000 |
| Average Asking | $375,225 |
| Median $/SqFt | $562 |
| Median Condo | $272,000 |
| Median Co-op | $375,180 |
Based on active listings in Kew Gardens
| Type | Active Listings | Median Price | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0 | -- | -- |
| 1 Bedroom | 3 | too few | $265K - $298K |
| 2 Bedrooms | 1 | too few | $659K - $659K |
| 3+ Bedrooms | 0 | -- | -- |
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REBNY/RLS Disclaimer: Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the RLS at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) Internet Data Exchange (IDX) database. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Milton Coste | Keller Williams NYC are marked with the RLS logo. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.
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Milton Coste is a Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker with Keller Williams NYC. His work covers all five boroughs, with deep experience in co-op boards, condo offerings, townhouse sales, and rental transactions. For Kew Gardens buyers and sellers, that track record means a broker who has negotiated every type of deal this market produces.
I was trying to rent out my newly renovated condo in NYC's competitive rental market, and Milton Coste handled everything from start to finish. Milton knows the area inside out and was communicative, knowledgeable, and proactive throughout the entire process. Thanks to his expertise, he found a great tenant within just one week at a strong rental price. I highly recommend Milton to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and results-driven real estate broker.
Milton helped me purchase my first Manhattan condo, and I can't recommend him highly enough. What could have been a stressful process ended up feeling remarkably smooth. From the initial offer through closing, Milton was responsive, knowledgeable, and always willing to take the time to answer questions and explain the details. I always felt informed and supported, but never pressured. If you're looking for a broker who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping his clients succeed, I would absolutely recommend Milton.
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The median sale price in Kew Gardens is $465K. Condos sit at a median of $272K and co-ops at $375K. Year-over-year price comparisons swing meaningfully when monthly closed-sale counts are low, so a single recent month is best read alongside the longer-term price trend.
No. The median sale price in Kew Gardens is currently 25.0% below the 5-year high recorded in January 2026. That gap can favor buyers searching for value relative to the neighborhood's past peak.
Sale listings in Kew Gardens have a median of 69 days on market. That is 32 days slower than the same point a year ago. Roughly 12.3% of active listings have recorded a price cut, suggesting some negotiating room.
Kew Gardens is broadly balanced right now, with median days on market at 69 days and 12.3% of active listings carrying a price cut. Pricing depends heavily on the specific building and unit.
Kew Gardens offers both co-ops and condos. Co-ops are the higher-priced segment at a $375K median, with condos at $272K.
Roughly 7 homes change hands each month in Kew Gardens across condos, co-ops, and townhouses, based on recorded closed sales. That benchmark helps gauge how quickly the market is absorbing new inventory.
The overall median asking rent in Kew Gardens is $2,800/month. Rents are up 7.7% year over year.
Yes. The median asking rent in Kew Gardens is currently at the 5-year high. Tenants searching the neighborhood right now are competing in a market priced at peak.
Median asking rent in Kew Gardens has risen 51.4% over the past 5 years. That puts the neighborhood in context with longer-term NYC rent dynamics rather than just one-year noise.
Within walking or short-transit distance of Kew Gardens, median sale prices range across Richmond Hill at $950K, South Richmond Hill at $700K, Forest Hills at $365K, Briarwood at $155K. Each has different building stock, co-op vs condo mix, and transit access, so the right comparison depends on the buyer's priorities.
Kew Gardens is served by the Bus service. The commute to Midtown Manhattan runs roughly 129 minutes from Nearest bus stop.
Under the FARE Act in effect since August 2024, NYC landlords who engage a broker pay the broker fee directly rather than passing it to tenants. In neighborhoods like Kew Gardens, this has shifted some smaller landlords toward self-listing, which has tightened the supply of agent-listed rentals citywide and lifted competition for what remains on market.
Milton Coste is a Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker with Keller Williams New York City. He has 25+ years of experience across all five boroughs, with deep transaction history in co-op board packages, condo offerings, townhouse sales, and rentals. Direct: (917) 416-7433. Email: [email protected].
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25+ years of experience and over 2,000 transactions closed across NYC. Whether you are buying, selling, or leasing in Kew Gardens, I will guide you every step of the way.
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