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Selling Your Home in South Jamaica, Queens

Current market data from 570 sales recorded property transactions in South Jamaica. 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

South Jamaica Home Prices by Property Type

Condominiums
$430,000
Median · 1 sale
Single-Family Homes
$635,000
Median · 326 sales
Multifamily
$820,000
Median · 243 sales
Total Recorded Sales
570
All property types
Median Price / Sq Ft
$515
Where square footage reported

Quarterly Trends

Q1 2025
$690,000
31 sales · volume
Q2 2025
$655,000
▼ -5.1%
152 sales · volume ▲ +390.3%
Q3 2025
$668,888
▲ +2.1%
146 sales · volume ▼ -3.9%
Q4 2025
$682,000
▲ +2.0%
167 sales · volume ▲ +14.4%
Q1 2026
$702,500
▲ +3.0%
74 sales · volume ▼ -55.7%
📊 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 South Jamaica, 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 South Jamaica

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

Jan
25 sales · $660,000
Feb
49 sales · $750,000
Mar
31 sales · $690,000
Apr
49 sales · $650,000
May ★
61 sales · $634,400
Jun
42 sales · $710,000
Jul
51 sales · $650,000
Aug
48 sales · $665,000
Sep
47 sales · $700,000
Oct ★
56 sales · $712,500
Nov
59 sales · $650,000
Dec
52 sales · $688,500
Takeaway

In South Jamaica, 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 South Jamaica

Breakdown of 570 sales recorded sales by property type.

Single-Family Homes: 57% (326)
Condominiums: 0% (1)
Multifamily: 43% (243)
What This Means for Sellers

Single-family homes make up 57% of sales in South Jamaica, 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 South Jamaica

Based on 570 recorded sales from March 2025 – February 2026, home prices in South Jamaica, Queens vary by property type: Condominiums at a median of $430,000 (1 sales), Single-Family Homes at a median of $635,000 (326 sales), Multifamily at a median of $820,000 (243 sales). These figures come from NYC Department of Finance public records and reflect every legally recorded sale, not just MLS-listed properties.
The South Jamaica real estate market recorded 570 sales from March 2025 – February 2026. Single-Family Homes represent the largest segment at 57% 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 South Jamaica. 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 South Jamaica includes Single-Family Homes (57%), Multifamily (43%) based on recorded sales. This mix affects pricing, buyer pools, and marketing strategy for sellers in each category.
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Neighborhood Profile

South Jamaica, Queens at a Glance

South Jamaica is a large residential neighborhood in southeastern Queens, bordered by Jamaica to the north, Hollis and St. Albans to the east, Springfield Gardens to the south, and Richmond Hill and South Ozone Park to the west. The housing stock includes single-family homes, two-family row houses, and apartment buildings, with a mix of owner-occupied properties and rentals. The neighborhood is served by multiple bus routes and is accessible via the E, J, Z trains at stations along Archer Avenue and Jamaica Avenue.

South Jamaica is a diverse neighborhood that has benefited from its proximity to Jamaica's transit hub and commercial center. The neighborhood includes the Baisley Park Houses and several other residential developments alongside blocks of single-family homes. Baisley Pond Park, one of the largest parks in southeastern Queens, provides green space and recreational facilities. The area has seen increasing investment and development interest, particularly along the corridors connecting to Jamaica's downtown. South Jamaica's housing prices have historically offered value relative to its transit access and central location.

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