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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Flushing vs St. Albans

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

Queens|Queens

Flushing

Queens

St. Albans

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Flushing has the lower median sale price at $568K vs $737K in St. Albans.

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

Median Sale Price
$568K
$737K
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
332
22
Avg Days on Market
64 days
68.5 days
YoY Price Change
-9.6%
+0.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
61
22

Detailed Comparison

MetricFlushingSt. Albans
Median Sale Price$567,875$737,000
Median Condo Price$628,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$333,500N/A
Median Rent$2,700$2,050
Active Listings33222
Rental Inventory2088
Days on Market6468.5
Price Cut Share5.4%9.1%
Monthly Sales Volume6122
YoY Price Change-9.6%+0.3%
YoY Rent Change0.0%-6.8%
YoY Inventory Change+41.3%-24.1%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Flushing moved -9.6% over the past year, compared to +0.3% in St. Albans. St. Albans is seeing price appreciation while Flushing has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Flushing

Flushing is a world-class commercial and residential hub, known for its incredible energy and cultural depth. As one of the city's most important transit and retail centers, it offers a high-energy lifestyle with unparalleled dining and shopping. The real estate market has seen a dramatic transformation with the arrival of ultra-modern luxury glass towers and mixed-use developments, alongside a solid stock of traditional cooperatives and multi-family homes.

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St. Albans

St. Albans is a residential Queens neighborhood of single-family homes, many in Tudor and Colonial styles, built primarily in the 1920s through 1940s on tree-lined streets with generous lots. The LIRR St. Albans station provides commuter rail service to Penn Station, and bus connections reach the E train at Jamaica Center. Roy Wilkins Recreation Center offers a public pool, ice rink, and sports facilities.

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Transit Access

Flushing

No subway data available

St. Albans

No subway data available

Active Listings

Flushing for sale

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St. Albans 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 Flushing cheaper than St. Albans?
Yes, Flushing has a lower median sale price at $567,875 compared to $737,000 in St. Albans 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, Flushing or St. Albans?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Flushing or St. Albans?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Flushing and St. Albans 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 Flushing or St. Albans?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Flushing and St. Albans 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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