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SOLD FOR $3,012,500

· Closed June 27, 2018

140 CONTINENTAL Avenue #NA

$3,012,500

$667 per sq ft

140 CONTINENTAL Avenue #NA

Forest Hills, Queens

MLS® #RLS10467923

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

5

Bedrooms

6

Baths

4,514

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 6
Living Area 4,514 sq ft
Year Built N/A
Neighborhood Forest Hills

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 12
Baths null Full
Living Area 4,514 sq ft

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 1, 2018 $3,288,000 -
Currently May 18, 2026 $3,012,500 -8.4%

Description

A Grand 1920's Colonial boasts the ultimate in superior quality renovations and amenities throughout. This gracious home sits privately on a rare over-sized (approx. 8500sf) lush landscaped parcel of land. A majestic portico leads into a warm and welcoming entry foyer. An impressive Living Room with wood-burning fireplace opens to a lovely terraced patio. A luxe Formal Dining room with architectural ceiling is perfect for casual family dinners or an elegant party. Chef's Kitchen featuring Sub Zero and hi-end appliances any cook would love. Sun-filled Breakfast Room with french doors leading to a spacious pebble-stone patio and backyard for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs quarters with 5 Bedrooms, including a luxurious Master Bedroom retreat with walk-in closets, fireplace, sun-lit Bathroom and spacious terraced patio. 4 additional Guest Bedrooms including a private Guest Wing with Bath and it's own elevator. Fantastic finished basement family room with space for a gym, wine cellar and more. Just a few minutes walk to subway/LIRR, shopping and fabulous restaurants.

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, 4:51 PM EST

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140 CONTINENTAL Avenue #NA, Forest Hills, Queens County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $201,000
Land Value: $34,200
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 8,558 SF
Building Area: 4,514 SF
Built FAR: 0.53
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 5 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 4,514 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

At the current list price of $3,012,500 for 4,514 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $667. 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: RLS10467923
First Listed: 8/1/2018
Closed: 6/27/2018
Contract Date: 12/5/2017

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Mark R. Ciano

Listing Contact: (646) 926-0609

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