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Selling Your Home in Elmhurst, Queens

Current market data from 461 sales recorded property transactions in Elmhurst. Every number on this page comes from NYC Department of Finance public records — not estimates, not algorithms, not listing data. This is what actually sold.

Market Data

Elmhurst Home Prices by Property Type

Co-op Apartments
$320,000
Median · 102 sales
Condominiums
$514,216
Median · 137 sales
Single-Family Homes
$900,000
Median · 57 sales
Two-Family Homes
$1.1M
Median · 75 sales
Three-Family Homes
$1.4M
Median · 55 sales
Other Residential
$850,000
Median · 35 sales
Total Recorded Sales
461
All property types
Median Price / Sq Ft
$531
Where square footage reported

Quarterly Trends

Q1 2025
$585,000
33 sales · volume
Q2 2025
$515,608
▼ -11.9%
132 sales · volume ▲ +300.0%
Q3 2025
$617,000
▲ +19.7%
113 sales · volume ▼ -14.4%
Q4 2025
$783,250
▲ +26.9%
118 sales · volume ▲ +4.4%
Q1 2026
$570,000
▼ -27.2%
65 sales · volume ▼ -44.9%
📊 Why this data is more reliable than other sites

The numbers on this page come from the NYC Department of Finance public records — every legally recorded property sale in Elmhurst, not just MLS-listed transactions. Sites like Zillow and StreetEasy only capture listings that go through their platforms, missing FSBO sales, off-market deals, and transfers that never hit the MLS. This dataset includes all of them.

We also remove bulk portfolio transfers, nominal sales, and non-arms-length transactions that would distort median prices — cleaning that most data sources don't do. The result is a more accurate picture of what individual homes are actually selling for in your market.

Data source: NYC Department of Finance, Rolling Sales Data — Queens. Period: March 2025 – February 2026. Excludes $0 transfers, nominal sales, non-arms-length transactions, and bulk portfolio transfers identified through same-date/same-price pattern analysis. Last updated: March 2026.

Timing

Best Time to Sell in Elmhurst

Monthly sales volume and median prices in Elmhurst — ★ marks peak months with the strongest combination of activity and prices.

Jan
37 sales · $507,000
Feb
28 sales · $604,000
Mar
33 sales · $585,000
Apr
33 sales · $600,000
May ★
60 sales · $491,526
Jun
39 sales · $600,000
Jul
35 sales · $812,564
Aug
45 sales · $555,000
Sep
33 sales · $650,000
Oct ★
45 sales · $895,000
Nov
33 sales · $599,626
Dec
40 sales · $711,479
Takeaway

In Elmhurst, May and Oct showed the strongest combination of buyer activity and sale prices. Listing during peak months can mean more competing offers, faster sales, and stronger negotiating leverage. If you're planning to sell, timing your listing to hit the market 2–4 weeks before these peaks can help maximize your outcome.

Housing Stock

What's Selling in Elmhurst

Breakdown of 461 sales recorded sales by property type.

Co-op Apartments: 22% (102)
Single-Family Homes: 12% (57)
Condominiums: 30% (137)
Two-Family Homes: 16% (75)
Three-Family Homes: 12% (55)
Other Residential: 8% (35)
What This Means for Sellers

Condominiums represent 30% of sales in Elmhurst. Condo buyers are often drawn to newer construction, modern amenities, and lower maintenance. If you're selling a condo, pricing relative to recent comparable sales in your building or complex is essential.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Selling in Elmhurst

Based on 461 recorded sales from March 2025 – February 2026, home prices in Elmhurst, Queens vary by property type: Co-op Apartments at a median of $320,000 (102 sales), Condominiums at a median of $514,216 (137 sales), Single-Family Homes at a median of $900,000 (57 sales), Two-Family Homes at a median of $1.1M (75 sales), Three-Family Homes at a median of $1.4M (55 sales). These figures come from NYC Department of Finance public records and reflect every legally recorded sale, not just MLS-listed properties.
The Elmhurst real estate market recorded 461 sales from March 2025 – February 2026. Condominiums represent the largest segment at 30% of transactions. The data comes from NYC public records, which capture every legally recorded sale including FSBO and off-market transactions that listing sites miss.
Based on monthly transaction data, May and Oct showed the strongest combination of sales volume and median prices in Elmhurst. Listing 2–4 weeks before these peak months can help sellers benefit from increased buyer activity and stronger competition among buyers.
The housing stock in Elmhurst includes Co-op Apartments (22%), Condominiums (30%), Single-Family Homes (12%), Two-Family Homes (16%), Three-Family Homes (12%), Other Residential (8%) based on recorded sales. This mix affects pricing, buyer pools, and marketing strategy for sellers in each category.
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Neighborhood Profile

Elmhurst, Queens at a Glance

Elmhurst is a densely populated neighborhood in central Queens, bordered by Jackson Heights and Corona to the north, Rego Park and Forest Hills to the south, Maspeth to the west, and Flushing Meadows–Corona Park to the east. The housing stock is diverse, including large co-op complexes like the LeFrak City development, pre-war apartment buildings, attached row houses, and single-family homes. The neighborhood is well-served by transit, with the M, R trains at Grand Avenue and the 7 train nearby.

Elmhurst is one of the most ethnically diverse neighborhoods in the world, with significant Chinese, South Asian, Latin American, and Southeast Asian communities. The commercial corridors along Broadway and Queens Boulevard feature restaurants and shops representing dozens of cultures. Elmhurst Hospital Center, a major public hospital, is a key institution in the neighborhood. Despite its density, the neighborhood borders Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, offering residents access to extensive green space.

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