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Selling Your Home in Howard Beach, Queens

Current market data from 304 sales recorded property transactions in Howard Beach. 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

Howard Beach Home Prices by Property Type

Co-op Apartments
$245,000
Median · 90 sales
Condominiums
$420,000
Median · 47 sales
Single-Family Homes
$904,500
Median · 114 sales
Multifamily
$930,000
Median · 53 sales
Total Recorded Sales
304
All property types
Median Price / Sq Ft
$467
Where square footage reported

Quarterly Trends

Q1 2025
$512,500
28 sales · volume
Q2 2025
$397,000
▼ -22.5%
67 sales · volume ▲ +139.3%
Q3 2025
$558,316
▲ +40.6%
76 sales · volume ▲ +13.4%
Q4 2025
$650,000
▲ +16.4%
93 sales · volume ▲ +22.4%
Q1 2026
$607,000
▼ -6.6%
40 sales · volume ▼ -57.0%
📊 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 Howard Beach, 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 Howard Beach

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

Jan
22 sales · $454,500
Feb
18 sales · $691,650
Mar
28 sales · $512,500
Apr
17 sales · $350,000
May
35 sales · $410,000
Jun
15 sales · $495,000
Jul
24 sales · $840,000
Aug
20 sales · $509,166
Sep
32 sales · $519,216
Oct ★
27 sales · $860,000
Nov
23 sales · $450,000
Dec ★
43 sales · $603,000
Takeaway

In Howard Beach, Oct and Dec 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 Howard Beach

Breakdown of 304 sales recorded sales by property type.

Co-op Apartments: 30% (90)
Single-Family Homes: 38% (114)
Condominiums: 15% (47)
Multifamily: 17% (53)
What This Means for Sellers

Single-family homes make up 38% of sales in Howard Beach, making this primarily a single-family market. Buyers here are typically families looking for space and long-term stability. Highlighting lot size, outdoor space, and condition will resonate with this buyer pool.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Selling in Howard Beach

Based on 304 recorded sales from March 2025 – February 2026, home prices in Howard Beach, Queens vary by property type: Co-op Apartments at a median of $245,000 (90 sales), Condominiums at a median of $420,000 (47 sales), Single-Family Homes at a median of $904,500 (114 sales), Multifamily at a median of $930,000 (53 sales). These figures come from NYC Department of Finance public records and reflect every legally recorded sale, not just MLS-listed properties.
The Howard Beach real estate market recorded 304 sales from March 2025 – February 2026. Single-Family Homes represent the largest segment at 38% 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, Oct and Dec showed the strongest combination of sales volume and median prices in Howard Beach. 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 Howard Beach includes Co-op Apartments (30%), Condominiums (15%), Single-Family Homes (38%), Multifamily (17%) based on recorded sales. This mix affects pricing, buyer pools, and marketing strategy for sellers in each category.
While neighborhood-specific days-on-market data isn't available in the DOF dataset, Justin Braithwaite's listings across Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx average just 24 days on market — well below the city average. His listings also sell at 102.8% of the asking price on average, meaning sellers often get more than their list price.
You're not legally required to use an agent, but the complexity of NYC real estate — especially co-op board requirements, transfer taxes, and negotiation dynamics — makes experienced representation valuable. Justin Braithwaite has closed 261 seller transactions totaling over $216M, with a 96.1% listing close rate. His clients' homes sell in an average of 24 days at 102.8% of asking price. For a free, no-obligation strategy call, visit the link above.
Neighborhood Profile

Howard Beach, Queens at a Glance

Howard Beach is a waterfront residential neighborhood in southern Queens, bordered by Jamaica Bay to the south and east, Ozone Park to the north, Woodhaven to the northwest, and the Belt Parkway to the west. The housing stock is predominantly single-family homes and two-family homes, including many with waterfront or canal access. The A train serves the neighborhood at Howard Beach–JFK Airport station, which also connects to the AirTrain to JFK.

Howard Beach is divided into several distinct sections, including Old Howard Beach, New Howard Beach, Hamilton Beach, and Ramblersville, each with its own character. The waterfront sections along Jamaica Bay offer private docks and boating access. The neighborhood has a strong Italian American heritage that is reflected in local restaurants and businesses. Charles Memorial Park and the Frank M. Charles Memorial Park provide waterfront recreation. Howard Beach's proximity to JFK Airport via the AirTrain makes it convenient for frequent travelers.

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