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SOLD FOR $1,710,000

· Closed May 31, 2019

70-06 Groton Street

$1,710,000

$603 per sq ft

70-06 Groton Street

Forest Hills, Queens

MLS® #RLS10533284

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

4

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

2,837

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Living Area 2,837 sq ft
Year Built 1925
Neighborhood Forest Hills

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1925)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 10
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Pets Yes
Cross Street 70th Avenue/70th Avenue
Year Built 1925
Living Area 2,837 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 3228/8

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 11, 2019 $1,710,000 -
Currently May 18, 2026 $1,710,000 -

Description

Bringing together the convenience of living in the city and life in a small town, the fully detached Forest Hills house located at 70-06 Groton Street joins the best of both worlds. As you enter the front door, you are brought into the Great Room with a working fireplace and an open floor plan that is open to the kitchen allowing for modern living and entertaining. Off the kitchen, there are both a formal dining room and a sun room that leads to the back yard, drive way, and a storage shed. In addition to the four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and one half bathroom, there is a finished basement which can also be accessed through a separate entrance. The basement has a home office, washer/dryer, and additional storage space. Set within Forest Hills, this home is located near all of the amenities of Forest Hills Gardens and Austin Street. Additionally, the new home owners can be in Midtown Manhattan in 20 minutes via the express subway station and less than 15 minutes via the LIRR, both of which are located a stone's throw from the house.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Fireplace

Building Information

Forest Hills is a sought-after and architecturally distinctive Queens neighborhood known for its lush greenery and exceptional architecture. The area is famous for Forest Hills Gardens, a private community featuring stunning Tudor-style homes and winding streets. The broader neighborhood offers a mix of grand pre-war cooperatives, modern luxury condominiums, and the popular shopping and dining destination of Austin Street, providing a suburban feel within the city limits.

Forest Hills Live Market Data

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Active Listings

68

Median Asking Price

$527K

Median $/Sqft

$621

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

5

Price Reduced

40%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$300K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/18/26, 2:20 PM EST

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Location

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70-06 Groton Street, Forest Hills, Queens County • Near 70th Avenue/70th Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $131,580
Land Value: $20,460
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 4,000 SF
Building Area: 2,532 SF
Built FAR: 0.63
Allowed FAR: 0.75

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

This property has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 2,837 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 years old.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,710,000 for 2,837 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $603. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10533284
First Listed: 1/11/2019
Closed: 5/31/2019
Contract Date: 1/11/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Ravi Manglani

Listing Contact: (917) 861-6801

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