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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Kew Gardens Hills vs South Ozone Park

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

Queens|Queens

Kew Gardens Hills

Queens

South Ozone Park

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Kew Gardens Hills has the lower median sale price at $380K vs $689K in South Ozone Park.

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

Median Sale Price
$380K
$689K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
68
10
Avg Days on Market
48 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-7.1%
-18.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
19
8

Detailed Comparison

MetricKew Gardens HillsSouth Ozone Park
Median Sale Price$380,000$689,000
Median Condo Price$558,510N/A
Median Co-op Price$288,000N/A
Median Rent$2,575$3,000
Active Listings6810
Rental Inventory542
Days on Market480
Price Cut Share14.7%14.3%
Monthly Sales Volume198
YoY Price Change-7.1%-18.9%
YoY Rent Change-8.0%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change+41.7%-9.1%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Kew Gardens Hills moved -7.1% over the past year, compared to -18.9% in South Ozone Park. Both markets have seen price softening, with South Ozone Park declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Kew Gardens Hills

Kew Gardens Hills is a residential Queens neighborhood of brick single-family homes, two-family houses, and garden-apartment cooperatives arranged on a hilly grid between Main Street Flushing and the Long Island Expressway. The E/F trains at Union Turnpike-Kew Gardens station and local buses provide transit connections. Flushing Meadows Corona Park is accessible to the north.

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South Ozone Park

South Ozone Park is a residential Queens neighborhood of single-family detached and semi-attached homes, two-family houses, and low-rise apartment buildings between the Belt Parkway and the Van Wyck Expressway. The A train at Ozone Park-Lefferts Boulevard provides subway service, and the JFK AirTrain is accessible at Howard Beach station. The Aqueduct Racetrack and Resorts World Casino border the neighborhood.

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Transit Access

Kew Gardens Hills

No subway data available

South Ozone Park

No subway data available

Active Listings

Kew Gardens Hills for sale

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South Ozone Park 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 Kew Gardens Hills cheaper than South Ozone Park?
Yes, Kew Gardens Hills has a lower median sale price at $380,000 compared to $689,000 in South Ozone Park 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, Kew Gardens Hills or South Ozone Park?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Kew Gardens Hills or South Ozone Park?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Kew Gardens Hills and South Ozone Park 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 Kew Gardens Hills or South Ozone Park?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Kew Gardens Hills and South Ozone Park 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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