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Selling Your Home in Astoria, Queens
Current market data from 641 recorded property transactions in Astoria. 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.
Home Prices in Astoria
Median sale prices by property type, based on every recorded sale in Astoria over the past 12 months.
Quarterly Trends by Property Type
Median sale price by quarter. Arrows show change vs. the prior quarter.
📊 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 Astoria, 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 — Queens rolling sales file, with July 2025 taken from the DOF annualized sales file to complete the 12-month period. Period: July 2025 – June 2026. Excludes $0 transfers, nominal sales, non-arms-length transactions, and bulk portfolio transfers identified through same-date/same-price pattern analysis. Last updated: August 2026.
Best Time to Sell in Astoria
Monthly closing volume based on 641 residential sales recorded by the NYC Department of Finance over the past 12 months. Months highlighted in orange indicate above-average demand (≥110% of the average monthly volume).
Takeaway for Sellers
Astoria sees its strongest closing activity in August, October, and December — the months highlighted in orange above. These peaks indicate when buyer demand is highest and the most transactions close.
Since the typical sale takes 3 months from listing to closing you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest.
The optimal listing date depends on your property type, your timeline, and current inventory levels. A strategy session can pinpoint the right window for your specific home.
Housing Stock in Astoria
Distribution of 641 residential sales by property type over the past 12 months.
What This Means for Sellers
Astoria has a heavy condo market — 38.7% of recent sales. Condo buyers tend to be more flexible than co-op buyers because there's no board approval process, but they're also more price-sensitive because they have more options. Building amenities, monthly common charges, and unit-level renovations significantly affect sale price. Marketing needs to highlight what makes the building and the unit competitive within the local condo set.
FAQ: Selling in Astoria
Based on the most recent NYC Department of Finance public records (July 2025 – June 2026), median sale prices in Astoria vary significantly by property type. Co-op Apartments: $512,500 (80 sales). Single-Family Homes: $1.2M (45 sales). Condominiums: $772,500 (248 sales). Two-Family Homes: $1.3M (137 sales). Three-Family Homes: $1.5M (57 sales). These figures reflect all legally recorded sales — not just MLS listings — giving a more complete picture than sites like Zillow or StreetEasy.
The Astoria market recorded 641 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $635. The median building was built in 1950. For a detailed analysis of how current conditions affect your home's value, schedule a free strategy call.
Astoria sees its strongest closing volume in August, October, and December, indicating above-average buyer demand. Since the typical sale takes about 3 months from listing to closing, you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest. The optimal listing date depends on your property type and personal timeline — a strategy call can help you find the right window.
Astoria has a diverse housing stock. Over the past 12 months, Condominiums accounted for 38.7% of sales, Two-Family Homes accounted for 21.4% of sales, Co-op Apartments accounted for 12.5% of sales, Other Residential accounted for 11.5% of sales, Three-Family Homes accounted for 8.9% of sales, Single-Family Homes accounted for 7.0% of sales. The median year built is 1950.
Across all neighborhoods Justin Braithwaite serves, his listings average just 24 days on market — well below the city average. His listings also close at 102.8% of asking price on average, meaning sellers typically get more than their list price. Results in Astoria specifically depend on property type, pricing strategy, and market timing.
You're not legally required to use an agent, but the data strongly suggests it pays to have expert representation. Justin Braithwaite has completed 261 seller transactions with a 96.1% close rate and a 102.8% sale-to-list ratio. His clients benefit from pricing strategy informed by the same NYC Department of Finance data on this page, plus 10 years of real estate experience and 25 years of sales and marketing expertise. Schedule a free strategy call to see how a data-driven approach can maximize your sale price in Astoria.
Astoria, Queens at a Glance
Astoria is a residential and commercial neighborhood in northwestern Queens, bordered by the East River to the west and north, Long Island City to the south, Sunnyside and Woodside to the southeast, and East Elmhurst to the east. The neighborhood is known for its diverse population — historically Greek, with significant Italian, Egyptian, Bangladeshi, and Brazilian communities — and for its dense walkable commercial corridors along Steinway Street, Broadway, and 30th Avenue.
Astoria is served by the N, W, R, and M subway lines, along with multiple bus routes connecting to LaGuardia Airport and the rest of Queens. The neighborhood is home to Kaufman Astoria Studios, the Museum of the Moving Image, Astoria Park along the East River, and the Steinway & Sons piano factory. Housing is a mix of pre-war row homes, walk-up apartment buildings, and a growing stock of new mid-rise condos and rentals.
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