About Howard Beach
Quick Facts
Current Prices: $444,000 to $2,450,000
Closed Prices: $158,000 to $1,600,000
Median Sale Price: $805,000
Average $ per sq ft: $535
Association Fee Ranges:
Around Howard Beach
The most covetable properties in Howard Beach are on the border of Spring Creek Park or overlooking the water. The further you move into the middle of the neighborhood, the smaller the homes become and closer together they seem. Old Howard Beach is a smaller subset of the neighborhood featuring homes cared for with great detail and smaller shops that have weathered many storms in the neighborhood.
Cross Bay Boulevard is the main spot for dining out in Howard Beach. The area is known for its typical beach-front vibe and seafood offerings. There are other cuisines represented as well, like Asian fusion, American, and Italian. Grocery offerings range from hero sandwich shops to healthy natural stores. The neighborhood isn’t a culinary hotspot, by any means, but residents can find a few great local selections.
The main street that flows through Howard Beach is Cross Bay Boulevard, featuring most of the neighborhood’s shops and restaurants. Most homes are single-family residents, with apartments few and far between. The Joseph P. Addabbo Memorial Bridge carries the boulevard over Jamaica Bay, connecting it back to mainland Queens. The Queens Public library operates its Howard Beach branch with consistent hours. The weekends fill up in Howard Beach, but just slightly, as it becomes a local escape for those living in Queens.
Start the night with a beautiful dinner as the sun sets at one of the seafood restaurants on Cross Bay Boulevard. A few other restaurants in the area offer casual Italian fare like brick-oven pizzas and a good wine selection. If you’re craving something sweet after dinner, stopy by Gino’s for dessert, a family-owned spot that stays open late on most nights.
Sunday in Howard Beach starts with Howard Beach Bagel Cafe. Locals claim this restaurant as a veritable start to their weekend routine. After, head to Howard Beach Park where you can spend the day enjoying the sandy beaches, which are mostly empty and quiet early in the morning. Once you’ve gotten your beach fix, run errands up Cross Bay Boulevard. Stop in at Lenny’s Clam Bar for a snack and a drink. Make a reservation at Saffron for upscale Mediterranean food for dinner.
Any trip into Manhattan from Howard Beach begins with a bus ride, either the Q52 or Q21. From there, a transfer to the E, 4, or 5 subway lines at Elmhurst puts you in the city at around an hour and a half. Many residents own vehicles in order to capitalize on quick trips into other parts of Queens or even Brooklyn. There is an average amount of street parking and many homes come equipped with a garage or a driveway.
Locals Love
- Local shops and restaurants
- Water views
- Proximity to JFK Airport
Locals Don't Love
- Lack of cultural institutions
- Lack of nightlife options
- Distance from Manhattan
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