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 |
|---|---|---|
| 05/25/2026 | 203-55 27th Avenue | Listed for sale at $1,890,000 |
| 05/17/2026 | 18-35 Corporal Kennedy 3C | Listed for sale at $375,000 |
| 05/17/2026 | 2630 213th Street | Listed for sale at $939,000 |
| 05/16/2026 | 26-19 211th Street | Listed for sale at $1,700,000 |
| 05/15/2026 | 14-06 Michael Place 114U | Listed for sale at $888,000 |
| 05/15/2026 | 17-85 215 Street 1L | Listed for sale at $330,000 |
| 05/14/2026 | 57-26 225th Street | Listed for sale at $1,388,000 |
| 05/14/2026 | 198-21 29th Avenue | Listed for sale at $847,000 |
| 05/14/2026 | 40-40 203 St 6B | Listed for sale at $450,000 |
| 05/14/2026 | 75-34 Bell Boulevard 1E | Listed for sale at $649,000 |
| 05/14/2026 | 38-11 205 Street | Listed for sale at $1,848,000 |
| 05/14/2026 | 211-05 48 Avenue | Listed for sale at $910,888 |
| 05/13/2026 | 3802 211th Street | Listed for sale at $2,380,000 |
| 05/13/2026 | 226-29 Kingsbury Avenue B | Listed for sale at $325,000 |
| 05/13/2026 | 4626 217th Street | Listed for sale at $1,130,000 |
| 05/13/2026 | 3522 221st Street | Listed for sale at $2,190,000 |
| 05/12/2026 | 32-50 201st Street | Listed for sale at $988,000 |
| 05/12/2026 | 34-29 208 Street | Listed for sale at $1,049,000 |
| 05/12/2026 | 20725 Darren Drive 1804 | Listed for sale at $848,000 |
| 05/12/2026 | 21544 23rd Road | Listed for sale at $1,960,000 |
| 05/12/2026 | 213-06 75th Avenue 2O | Listed for sale at $269,000 |
| 05/11/2026 | 208-08 Robert Road 191M | Listed for sale at $899,000 |
| 05/11/2026 | 12-32 Diane Place 204L | Listed for sale at $648,000 |
| 05/11/2026 | 1 Bay Club Drive 3L | Listed for sale at $565,000 |
| 05/11/2026 | 1 Bay Club Drive 15W | Listed for sale at $599,990 |
| 05/11/2026 | 217-06 67th Avenue DUPLEX | Listed for sale at $540,000 |
| 05/11/2026 | 67-65 A cloverdale Lane | Listed for sale at $638,000 |
| 05/11/2026 | 50-06 215th Street | Listed for sale at $989,988 |
| 05/10/2026 | 223-52 65th Avenue 52B | Listed for sale at $340,000 |
| 05/10/2026 | 12-14 Bell Boulevard 109 | Listed for sale at $625,000 |
| 05/09/2026 | 46-11 215th Place 3A | Listed for sale at $270,000 |
| 05/09/2026 | 206-49 46th Road | Listed for sale at $1,668,000 |
| 05/09/2026 | 1649 200th Street | Listed for sale at $1,288,000 |
| 05/09/2026 | 200-10 17th Avenue 289 | Listed for sale at $298,000 |
| 05/09/2026 | 199 -10 21st Avenue 1329 | Listed for sale at $278,000 |
| 05/09/2026 | 26-04 211th Street | Listed for sale at $1,399,000 |
| 05/09/2026 | 220-80 64th Avenue 203 | Listed for sale at $680,000 |
| 05/09/2026 | 67-58 223 Place LOWER | Listed for sale at $379,000 |
| 05/08/2026 | 39-11 220th Street | Listed for sale at $1,499,000 |
| 04/27/2026 | 211-40 18th Avenue 6C | Sold for $398,000 |
| 04/23/2026 | 18-05 215 Street 6D | Sold for $688,000 |
| 04/23/2026 | 16-45 200th Street | Sold for $400,543 |
| 04/23/2026 | 4525 216th Street | Sold for $910,000 |
| 04/22/2026 | 3832 215th Place | Sold for $1,980,000 |
| 04/22/2026 | 18-15 215th 17H | Sold for $607,843 |
| 04/21/2026 | 32-12 208 Street | Sold for $1,110,000 |
| 04/21/2026 | 204-11 34th Avenue | Sold for $826,000 |
| 04/20/2026 | 219-08 38th Avenue | Sold for $1,250,000 |
| 04/20/2026 | 199-05 21 Street 1363 | Sold for $275,000 |
| 04/17/2026 | 209-08 23rd Avenue | Sold for $1,685,000 |
| 04/16/2026 | 47-22 216th Street 1C | Sold for $253,000 |
| 04/16/2026 | 216-68 68th Avenue UPPER | Sold for $348,000 |
| 04/16/2026 | 203-17 35th Avenue B | Sold for $270,000 |
| 04/15/2026 | 20716 Melissa Court 1653 | Sold for $587,500 |
| 04/15/2026 | 220-55 46TH Avenue 10D | Sold for $405,000 |
| 04/15/2026 | 20124 24th Avenue | Sold for $990,000 |
| 04/14/2026 | 14-81 212 Street 270 | Sold for $410,000 |
| 04/13/2026 | 5636 213th Street | Sold for $1,360,000 |
| 04/13/2026 | 18-15 215 Street 17J | Sold for $400,000 |
| 04/10/2026 | 222-60 Birmington Parkway | Sold for $1,380,000 |
| 04/10/2026 | 35-05 204 Street 245 | Sold for $325,888 |
| 04/08/2026 | 211-35 23rd Avenue 5J | Sold for $272,000 |
| 04/07/2026 | 1 Bay Club Drive 8U | Sold for $520,000 |
| 04/07/2026 | 224-24 Union Turnpike 2N | Sold for $280,000 |
| 04/07/2026 | 209-25 18th Avenue 3F | Sold for $388,000 |
| 04/06/2026 | 199-40 34th Ave | Sold for $890,969 |
| 04/06/2026 | 73-45 210th Street 4B | Sold for $260,000 |
| 04/03/2026 | 42-10 215th Street | Sold for $1,750,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 35-27 203rd Street | Sold for $1,180,000 |
| 02/10/2026 | 2 Bay Club Drive PHH | Listed for sale at $398,000 |