HOWARD BEACH, QUEENS · NOVEMBER 2026

What are homes like yours selling for in Howard Beach?

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Home prices and trends

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Single-family median sale price

$899,000
133 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$895,00041
Q1 2026$899,00023
Q2 2026$835,00029
Q3 2026$947,50040

Multifamily median sale price

$995,000
62 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$915,00017
Q1 2026$999,00017
Q2 2026$975,00015
Q3 2026$1.2M13

Condos median sale price

$400,000
51 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$403,50014
Q1 2026$550,0008
Q2 2026$335,00012
Q3 2026$390,00017

Co-ops median sale price

$235,000
105 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$280,00021
Q1 2026$259,00026
Q2 2026$223,00030
Q3 2026$232,00028
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.

351 qualifying sales. Median price per square foot: $464, using eligible sales with reported gross square footage and excluding building class 11. Rolling sales · Annualized sales

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Busiest closing months

April36 sales
September37 sales
December43 sales

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Questions about selling in Howard Beach

How much does a home cost in Howard Beach, Queens?

Based on NYC Department of Finance public records (October 2025 – September 2026), median sale prices in Howard Beach vary by property type. Co-op Apartments: $235,000 (105 sales). Single-Family Homes: $899,000 (133 sales). Condominiums: $400,000 (51 sales). Multifamily: $995,000 (62 sales). These figures reflect recorded transactions, not just MLS listings.

What is the real estate market like in Howard Beach right now?

The Howard Beach market recorded 351 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $464. The median building was built in 1960. A free strategy call can put these figures in context for your property.

When is the best time to sell a home in Howard Beach?

The busiest closing months in this report were Apr, Sep, Dec. 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 Howard Beach?

Over the past 12 months, Single-Family Homes accounted for 37.9% of sales, Co-op Apartments accounted for 29.9% of sales, Condominiums accounted for 14.5% of sales, Two-Family Homes accounted for 14.0% of sales, Other Residential accounted for 3.1% of sales, Three-Family Homes accounted for 0.6% of sales. The median year built is 1960.

How long does it take to sell a home in Howard Beach?

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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You can sell your home yourself or hire a broker. Schedule a free valuation call with Justin for help with pricing, marketing, and negotiating offers.

Howard Beach at a glance

Howard Beach is a residential neighborhood in southern Queens, bordered by Ozone Park to the north, Jamaica Bay to the south and east, and JFK Airport to the east.

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The neighborhood includes the Old Howard Beach, New Howard Beach, Lindenwood, and Rockwood Park sub-areas, with housing dominated by detached and semi-attached single-family homes, two-family homes, and a substantial co-op and condo stock in Lindenwood. Cross Bay Boulevard serves as the main commercial corridor.

Howard Beach is served by the A train at the Howard Beach–JFK Airport station, which also connects to the AirTrain JFK. The neighborhood is bordered by Jamaica Bay and Gateway National Recreation Area, providing extensive waterfront access. Howard Beach has historically been one of the most prominent Italian-American neighborhoods in Queens and is among the highest-priced areas in southern Queens.

Sales mix by property type
Property typeSalesShare
Single-Family Homes13337.9%
Co-op Apartments10529.9%
Condominiums5114.5%
Two-Family Homes4914.0%
Other Residential113.1%
Three-Family Homes20.6%

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