HILLCREST, QUEENS · NOVEMBER 2026

What are homes like yours selling for in Hillcrest?

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Home prices and trends

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Single-family median sale price

$895,000
18 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$957,5002
Q1 2026$735,0001
Q2 2026$895,0006
Q3 2026$888,0009

Multifamily median sale price

$1.1M
7 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$1.6M3
Q1 2026$1.0M2
Q2 2026$1.4M1
Q3 2026$999,0001

Condos median sale price

$522,500
22 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$468,0008
Q1 2026$547,5008
Q2 2026$500,0003
Q3 2026$630,0003

Co-ops median sale price

$285,000
15 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$223,8005
Q1 2026$386,5002
Q2 2026$293,5004
Q3 2026$287,5004
How we calculated these figures

Data source: NYC Department of Finance — Queens recorded sales, rolling and annualized transaction-level files. Period: October 2025 – September 2026. Excludes nominal transfers ($10,000 or less), non-residential classes, and flagged bulk transactions. Last updated: November 2026.

62 qualifying sales. Median price per square foot: $619, using eligible sales with reported gross square footage and excluding building class 11. Rolling sales · Annualized sales

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Busiest closing months

March6 sales
September7 sales
October10 sales

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Questions about selling in Hillcrest

How much does a home cost in Hillcrest, Queens?

Based on NYC Department of Finance public records (October 2025 – September 2026), median sale prices in Hillcrest vary by property type. Co-op Apartments: $285,000 (15 sales). Single-Family Homes: $895,000 (18 sales). Condominiums: $522,500 (22 sales). Multifamily: $1.1M (7 sales). These figures reflect recorded transactions, not just MLS listings.

What is the real estate market like in Hillcrest right now?

The Hillcrest market recorded 62 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $619. The median building was built in 1950. A free strategy call can put these figures in context for your property.

When is the best time to sell a home in Hillcrest?

The busiest closing months in this report were Mar, Sep, Oct. City records give the closing date. To choose a listing date, compare competing listings and work back from your preferred move date.

What types of homes are in Hillcrest?

Over the past 12 months, Condominiums accounted for 35.5% of sales, Single-Family Homes accounted for 29.0% of sales, Co-op Apartments accounted for 24.2% of sales, Two-Family Homes accounted for 8.1% of sales, Three-Family Homes accounted for 3.2% of sales. The median year built is 1950.

How long does it take to sell a home in Hillcrest?

City sale records give the closing date. Compare recent listings for similar properties to see how long they took to go into contract. Allow time for financing, title work, and any required board approval.

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Hillcrest at a glance

Hillcrest is a small residential neighborhood in east-central Queens, bordered by Jamaica Estates to the east, Jamaica Hills to the south, Briarwood to the west, and Fresh Meadows to the north.

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The neighborhood sits on elevated terrain and is dominated by detached single-family homes on tree-lined residential streets, with a smaller share of two-family homes and co-op apartment buildings.

Hillcrest is served by buses connecting to the E and F subway lines at the Jamaica–Van Wyck and Sutphin Boulevard stations. The neighborhood is home to St. John's University and is adjacent to the Hillcrest Jewish Center. The combination of single-family homes, hilltop terrain, and proximity to St. John's gives Hillcrest a quieter, more residential character than neighboring Jamaica.

Sales mix by property type
Property typeSalesShare
Condominiums2235.5%
Single-Family Homes1829.0%
Co-op Apartments1524.2%
Two-Family Homes58.1%
Three-Family Homes23.2%

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