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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Fresh Meadows vs Howard Beach

Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Queens|Queens

Fresh Meadows

Queens

Howard Beach

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Howard Beach has the lower median sale price at $355K vs $975K in Fresh Meadows.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Howard Beach offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Median Sale Price
$975K
$355K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
2
55
Avg Days on Market
0 days
107.5 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-29.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
15

Detailed Comparison

MetricFresh MeadowsHoward Beach
Median Sale Price$974,500$355,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/A$235,000
Median Rent$2,490$2,550
Active Listings255
Rental Inventory452
Days on Market0107.5
Price Cut Share6.7%12.7%
Monthly Sales Volume515
YoY Price Change0.0%-29.3%
YoY Rent Change-4.2%+15.9%
YoY Inventory Change-50.0%+37.5%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Fresh Meadows moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -29.3% in Howard Beach. Both markets have seen price softening, with Howard Beach declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Fresh Meadows

Fresh Meadows is a planned residential Queens neighborhood originally developed in the late 1940s as garden-apartment complexes with landscaped grounds, along with Cape Cod and Colonial single-family homes on curved streets. The Q65 and Q17 buses connect to the Flushing 7 train, and the QM1 express bus runs to Midtown Manhattan. Cunningham Park, a 358-acre green space with hiking trails and sports fields, borders the east side.

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Howard Beach

Howard Beach is a waterfront Queens neighborhood of single-family brick homes and two-family detached houses on a peninsula between Jamaica Bay and the Belt Parkway. The A train at Howard Beach-JFK Airport station provides subway service, and the AirTrain JFK connects directly to all airport terminals. Charles Memorial Park and the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge offer waterfront recreation.

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Transit Access

Fresh Meadows

No subway data available

Howard Beach

No subway data available

Active Listings

Fresh Meadows for sale

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Howard Beach for sale

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Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the RLS at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) Internet Data Exchange (IDX) database. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Milton Coste | Keller Williams NYC are marked with the RLS logo. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated: 1/1/1970.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fresh Meadows cheaper than Howard Beach?
Howard Beach is more affordable, with a median sale price of $355,000 vs $974,500 in Fresh Meadows. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Fresh Meadows or Howard Beach?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Fresh Meadows or Howard Beach?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Fresh Meadows and Howard Beach both offer a mix of apartment and multi-room units in co-ops, condos, and townhouses. Larger 3- and 4-bedroom units, including townhouses and multi-family properties, tend to be more available in lower-density areas. Reviewing active listings filtered by bedroom count is the most reliable way to see what each neighborhood currently offers for larger households. A licensed broker can pull current inventory by bedroom count across both areas for a direct comparison.
Should I buy in Fresh Meadows or Howard Beach?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Fresh Meadows and Howard Beach gives you the clearest picture of what your budget gets in each location. Request a free CMA from Milton Coste to get a side-by-side breakdown of current opportunities.

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