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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Jackson Heights vs Jamaica Hills

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

Queens|Queens

Jackson Heights

Queens

Jamaica Hills

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Jackson Heights has the lower median sale price at $415K vs $456K in Jamaica Hills.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Jackson Heights, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Jamaica Hills.

Median Sale Price
$415K
$456K
Median Rent
$2K
$2K
Active Listings
201
8
Avg Days on Market
63.5 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-35.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
29
2

Detailed Comparison

MetricJackson HeightsJamaica Hills
Median Sale Price$415,000$455,667
Median Condo Price$520,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$369,500N/A
Median Rent$2,474.5$1,939.5
Active Listings2018
Rental Inventory10410
Days on Market63.50
Price Cut Share11.4%16.7%
Monthly Sales Volume292
YoY Price Change0.0%-35.8%
YoY Rent Change+3.3%+0.8%
YoY Inventory Change-0.5%-33.3%
Subway Lines7 E F M RN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Jackson Heights moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -35.8% in Jamaica Hills. Both markets have seen price softening, with Jamaica Hills declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Jackson Heights

Jackson Heights is a landmarked planned community originally built in the early 1900s, featuring prewar garden cooperatives with interior courtyards that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Approximately 80% of the housing stock consists of co-ops, with the remainder split among attached single-family homes, multi-family row houses, and detached residences, all served by the 7, E, F, M, and R trains at the Roosevelt Avenue hub. Travers Park provides green space, and the commercial corridors along Roosevelt Avenue and 37th Avenue anchor the neighborhood's retail activity.

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Jamaica Hills

Jamaica Hills is a hilly Queens neighborhood of brick single-family homes, attached row houses, and garden-apartment co-ops set on winding residential streets. The F train at Parsons Boulevard provides subway service, and multiple bus routes connect to Jamaica Center and the LIRR. The neighborhood sits on elevated terrain offering partial skyline views from upper floors.

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Transit Access

Jackson Heights

7EFMR

Jackson Heights (7 E F M R) — 0.7 mi

Jamaica Hills

No subway data available

Active Listings

Jackson Heights 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 Jackson Heights cheaper than Jamaica Hills?
Yes, Jackson Heights has a lower median sale price at $415,000 compared to $455,667 in Jamaica Hills as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, Jackson Heights or Jamaica Hills?
Jackson Heights has access to 5 subway lines and Jamaica Hills has 0, making Jackson Heights the stronger option for transit access. Jamaica Hills has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Jackson Heights or Jamaica Hills?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Jackson Heights and Jamaica Hills 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 Jackson Heights or Jamaica Hills?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Jackson Heights and Jamaica Hills 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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