Bayside
Bayside, located in the northeastern part of Queens, New York, is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood that offers a mix of residential, commercial, and recreational opportunities. Known for its suburban charm and proximity to waterfront areas, Bayside attracts residents who appreciate a quieter and more laid-back atmosphere compared to the hustle and bustle of Manhattan.
One of the defining features of Bayside is its picturesque coastline along the Long Island Sound. Residents and visitors can enjoy scenic views, waterfront parks, and recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and picnicking. Fort Totten Park, a former military base turned public park, is a popular destination featuring hiking trails, playgrounds, and historic buildings.
The neighborhood's residential areas are characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of architectural styles, including colonial, Tudor, and contemporary homes. Bayside offers a range of housing options, from single-family houses to apartments and condominiums, accommodating diverse lifestyles and budgets.
Bell Boulevard serves as the main commercial hub of Bayside, offering a wide array of restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops. The neighborhood boasts a diverse culinary scene, with a variety of cuisines to satisfy any palate. Additionally, the Bay Terrace Shopping Center provides residents with a convenient destination for retail therapy, featuring a mix of popular national retailers.
Bayside is also home to several excellent schools, making it an attractive choice for families. The neighborhood is served by the New York City public school system, as well as private and parochial schools, ensuring a range of educational options for children of all ages.
With its suburban appeal, waterfront beauty, and convenient amenities, Bayside Queens continues to be a sought-after neighborhood for those seeking a tranquil yet vibrant place to call home.
Image Credits Kashif Ahmed, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Meelar, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Neighborhood Snapshot
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Commute Times
to Penn Station
16.5 min
22 min
to Grand Central Terminal
21.6 min
20.7 min
to Columbus Cir
12.1 min
11.2 min
to Financial District
34.5 min
29.4 min
to Union Square
25.1 min
28.1 min
to Downtown Brooklyn
45.4 min
30.2 min
to Long Island City
31.7 min
25.6 min
Buildings Fun Facts
Oldest Building in Bayside
Built in 1890
35-27 217 STREET
Cheapest Building in Bayside (sold, p/sqft)
$156
213-06 75 AVENUE
Most Expensive Building in Bayside (sold, p/sqft)
$876
214-11 35 AVENUE
Biggest Building in Bayside (total FAR)
960,850 ft
209-90 23 AVENUE
Subway Lines
Popular Buildings
History of Neighborhood
During the American Revolutionary War, Bayside played a strategic role as British troops occupied the area, utilizing it as a base for their operations. The famous Battle of Long Island, a significant engagement in the war, took place nearby in 1776.
In the 19th century, Bayside transformed from an agricultural community into a suburban retreat. The arrival of the railroad in the mid-1800s made the area more accessible, leading to an influx of wealthy New Yorkers who sought to escape the city's congestion. These new residents built elegant Victorian mansions and estates, some of which still stand today, adding to the neighborhood's historic charm.
Throughout the 20th century, Bayside experienced rapid development and population growth. The construction of the Long Island Expressway in the 1950s further enhanced accessibility to the neighborhood, attracting more residents and businesses. The post-war period saw the transformation of Bayside into a predominantly residential area, with the construction of housing developments and the establishment of local schools, parks, and community institutions.
Today, Bayside retains its suburban character, with a mix of historic homes, mid-century houses, and modern developments. It continues to be a desirable neighborhood known for its tranquil atmosphere, waterfront access, and strong sense of community.
Architectural Style
Landmarks and Cultural Institutions
Landmarks and Cultural Institutions Image Credits Ryan Joseph Daley of Bayside NY, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Ryan Joseph Daley, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Jllm06, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Jim.henderson, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Entertainment
Entertainment Image Credits DanTD, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Tdorante10, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Terry Ballard from Merrick, New York, USA, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Popular Restaurants
Restaurants Image Credits Benoît Prieur, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons , milo-photo from Dublin, Ireland, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Hennem08, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Famous people connected to Bayside
People Image Credits John Mathew Smith & www.celebrity-photos.com from Laurel Maryland, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , Eva Rinaldi, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , Andrew Cuomo by Pat Arnow.jpeg: Pat Arnowderivative work: UpstateNYer, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , https://www.flickr.com/people/thehearttruth/, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
Movies
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Men in Black
The King of Queens
Movies Image Credits Abijithka, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Sony Pictures, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , Sony Pictures, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Statistics for Bayside
| Date | Unit | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2026 | 224-24 Union Turnpike 4N | Listed for sale at $299,000 |
| 02/23/2026 | 7311 210th Street 1O | Listed for sale at $270,000 |
| 02/21/2026 | 22030 64th Avenue 2FL | Listed for sale at $775,000 |
| 02/21/2026 | 4621 216th Street | Listed for sale at $980,000 |
| 02/20/2026 | 220-22 77th Avenue | Listed for sale at $1,300,000 |
| 02/20/2026 | 21918 74th Avenue 2 | Listed for sale at $389,000 |
| 02/20/2026 | 2 Bay Club 11F | Listed for sale at $559,000 |
| 02/20/2026 | 21540 23rd Avenue | Listed for sale at $1,649,000 |
| 02/19/2026 | 73-14 Springfield Boulevard 34A1 | Listed for sale at $349,000 |
| 02/19/2026 | 220-44 73rd Avenue 26A1 | Listed for sale at $389,999 |
| 02/18/2026 | 18-05 215th Street 16D | Listed for sale at $675,000 |
| 02/18/2026 | 217-06 67th Avenue DUPLEX | Listed for sale at $580,000 |
| 02/18/2026 | 18-65 211 Street 1F | Listed for sale at $449,900 |
| 02/17/2026 | 209-25 18th Avenue 1C | Listed for sale at $299,000 |
| 02/17/2026 | 1346 Bell Blvd 211 | Listed for sale at $329,000 |
| 02/17/2026 | 20612 50th Avenue | Listed for sale at $1,190,000 |
| 02/17/2026 | 209-33 26th Avenue TJ | Listed for sale at $849,000 |
| 02/16/2026 | 18-15 215th Street 6A | Listed for sale at $369,000 |
| 02/16/2026 | 18-15 215th Street 6C | Listed for sale at $339,000 |
| 02/16/2026 | 1 Bay Club Drive 19B | Listed for sale at $590,000 |
| 02/16/2026 | 17-85 215th Street 9L | Listed for sale at $348,000 |
| 02/16/2026 | 218-01 68 Avenue 1FLOOR | Listed for sale at $339,000 |
| 02/16/2026 | 20124 24th Avenue | Listed for sale at $1,188,000 |
| 02/16/2026 | 1 BAY CLUB Drive 7G | Listed for sale at $358,000 |
| 02/14/2026 | 223-24 65 Ave Avenue A | Listed for sale at $350,000 |
| 02/14/2026 | 223-24 65 Ave A | Listed for sale at $350,000 |
| 02/13/2026 | 47-22 215th Place 3D | Listed for sale at $225,000 |
| 02/13/2026 | 42-23 212th Street 3C | Listed for sale at $778,000 |
| 02/12/2026 | 17-85 215th Street 12S | Listed for sale at $435,000 |
| 02/10/2026 | 74-12 220th Street 335A1 | Listed for sale at $385,000 |
| 02/10/2026 | 2 Bay Club Drive PHH | Listed for sale at $398,000 |
| 02/10/2026 | 67-49 Bell Boulevard 2 | Listed for sale at $358,000 |
| 02/10/2026 | 3832 215th Place | Listed for sale at $689,000 |
| 02/09/2026 | 201-02 19th Avenue 2142 | Listed for sale at $288,888 |
| 02/09/2026 | 211-19 73 Avenue 1 | Listed for sale at $339,888 |
| 02/09/2026 | 17-85 215th Street 1P | Listed for sale at $515,000 |
| 02/09/2026 | 209-15 18th Avenue 3E | Listed for sale at $309,000 |
| 02/07/2026 | 218-09 73 Avenue 1 | Listed for sale at $350,000 |
| 02/06/2026 | 16-26 212 Street LOWER | Listed for sale at $348,000 |
| 01/23/2026 | 1 BAY CLUB Drive 12B | Sold for $485,000 |
| 01/23/2026 | 220-55 46 Avenue 12H | Sold for $487,000 |
| 01/22/2026 | 23-20 Bell Boulevard 2D | Sold for $248,000 |
| 01/22/2026 | 17-85 215th Street 5F | Sold for $600,000 |
| 01/21/2026 | 73-45 210th Street 3F | Sold for $330,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 210-50 41st Avenue 6B | Sold for $303,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 73-62 Bell Boulevard 5L | Sold for $280,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 17-85 215th Street 11S | Sold for $420,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 36-24 216th Street | Sold for $1,280,000 |
| 01/16/2026 | 18-75 Corporal Kennedy Street 2F | Sold for $375,000 |
| 01/16/2026 | 73-63 Bell Blvd 5J | Sold for $388,000 |
| 01/15/2026 | 36-04 210th Street | Sold for $1,550,000 |
| 01/15/2026 | 23-35 Bell Boulevard 6G | Sold for $390,000 |
| 01/15/2026 | 18-70 211 Street 2J | Sold for $260,000 |
| 01/14/2026 | 218-12 73rd Avenue 401A1 | Sold for $349,000 |
| 01/14/2026 | 224-23 Kingsbury Avenue B | Sold for $310,000 |
| 01/13/2026 | 3454 201st Street | Sold for $1,150,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | 1 Bay Club Drive 12U | Sold for $555,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | 220-55 46th Avenue 8A | Sold for $335,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | 33-15 Bell Blvd | Sold for $1,650,000 |
| 01/09/2026 | 213-01 75 Avenue 4D | Sold for $240,000 |
| 01/09/2026 | 39-10 201 Street | Sold for $1,560,000 |
| 01/08/2026 | 2 Bay Club Drive 7X | Sold for $475,000 |
| 01/07/2026 | 4218 217th Street | Sold for $1,798,000 |
| 01/07/2026 | 7355 210 Street 2P | Sold for $240,000 |
| 01/07/2026 | 15-38 Bell Boulevard 232 | Sold for $559,000 |
| 01/07/2026 | 56-16 Bell Blvd | Sold for $995,800 |
| 01/06/2026 | 211-10 18th Ave 5D | Sold for $395,000 |
| 01/06/2026 | 13-10 212th Street 118 | Sold for $520,000 |
| 01/06/2026 | 61-20 214 Street | Sold for $1,046,000 |
| 10/29/2021 | 223-16 56th Road | Listed for sale at $1,105,000 |