Bayside
Bayside, located in the northeastern part of Queens, New York, is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood that offers a mix of residential, commercial, and recreational opportunities. Known for its suburban charm and proximity to waterfront areas, Bayside attracts residents who appreciate a quieter and more laid-back atmosphere compared to the hustle and bustle of Manhattan.
One of the defining features of Bayside is its picturesque coastline along the Long Island Sound. Residents and visitors can enjoy scenic views, waterfront parks, and recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and picnicking. Fort Totten Park, a former military base turned public park, is a popular destination featuring hiking trails, playgrounds, and historic buildings.
The neighborhood's residential areas are characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of architectural styles, including colonial, Tudor, and contemporary homes. Bayside offers a range of housing options, from single-family houses to apartments and condominiums, accommodating diverse lifestyles and budgets.
Bell Boulevard serves as the main commercial hub of Bayside, offering a wide array of restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops. The neighborhood boasts a diverse culinary scene, with a variety of cuisines to satisfy any palate. Additionally, the Bay Terrace Shopping Center provides residents with a convenient destination for retail therapy, featuring a mix of popular national retailers.
Bayside is also home to several excellent schools, making it an attractive choice for families. The neighborhood is served by the New York City public school system, as well as private and parochial schools, ensuring a range of educational options for children of all ages.
With its suburban appeal, waterfront beauty, and convenient amenities, Bayside Queens continues to be a sought-after neighborhood for those seeking a tranquil yet vibrant place to call home.
Image Credits Kashif Ahmed, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Meelar, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Neighborhood Snapshot
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Commute Times
to Penn Station
16.5 min
22 min
to Grand Central Terminal
21.6 min
20.7 min
to Columbus Cir
12.1 min
11.2 min
to Financial District
34.5 min
29.4 min
to Union Square
25.1 min
28.1 min
to Downtown Brooklyn
45.4 min
30.2 min
to Long Island City
31.7 min
25.6 min
Buildings Fun Facts
Oldest Building in Bayside
Built in 1890
35-27 217 STREET
Cheapest Building in Bayside (sold, p/sqft)
$156
213-06 75 AVENUE
Most Expensive Building in Bayside (sold, p/sqft)
$876
214-11 35 AVENUE
Biggest Building in Bayside (total FAR)
960,850 ft
209-90 23 AVENUE
Subway Lines
Popular Buildings
History of Neighborhood
During the American Revolutionary War, Bayside played a strategic role as British troops occupied the area, utilizing it as a base for their operations. The famous Battle of Long Island, a significant engagement in the war, took place nearby in 1776.
In the 19th century, Bayside transformed from an agricultural community into a suburban retreat. The arrival of the railroad in the mid-1800s made the area more accessible, leading to an influx of wealthy New Yorkers who sought to escape the city's congestion. These new residents built elegant Victorian mansions and estates, some of which still stand today, adding to the neighborhood's historic charm.
Throughout the 20th century, Bayside experienced rapid development and population growth. The construction of the Long Island Expressway in the 1950s further enhanced accessibility to the neighborhood, attracting more residents and businesses. The post-war period saw the transformation of Bayside into a predominantly residential area, with the construction of housing developments and the establishment of local schools, parks, and community institutions.
Today, Bayside retains its suburban character, with a mix of historic homes, mid-century houses, and modern developments. It continues to be a desirable neighborhood known for its tranquil atmosphere, waterfront access, and strong sense of community.
Architectural Style
Landmarks and Cultural Institutions
Landmarks and Cultural Institutions Image Credits Ryan Joseph Daley of Bayside NY, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Ryan Joseph Daley, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Jllm06, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Jim.henderson, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Entertainment
Entertainment Image Credits DanTD, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Tdorante10, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Terry Ballard from Merrick, New York, USA, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Popular Restaurants
Restaurants Image Credits Benoît Prieur, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons , milo-photo from Dublin, Ireland, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Hennem08, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Famous people connected to Bayside
People Image Credits John Mathew Smith & www.celebrity-photos.com from Laurel Maryland, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , Eva Rinaldi, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , Andrew Cuomo by Pat Arnow.jpeg: Pat Arnowderivative work: UpstateNYer, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , https://www.flickr.com/people/thehearttruth/, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
Movies
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Men in Black
The King of Queens
Movies Image Credits Abijithka, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Sony Pictures, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , Sony Pictures, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Statistics for Bayside
| Date | Unit | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2026 | 21-38 202nd Street 1208 | Listed for sale at $398,000 |
| 04/04/2026 | 20506 35th Avenue 331 | Listed for sale at $279,000 |
| 04/03/2026 | 199-18 Cross Island Parkway | Listed for sale at $1,188,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 203-17 35th Avenue B | Listed for sale at $340,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 203-07 35th Avenue B | Listed for sale at $340,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 18-15 215th Street 17L | Listed for sale at $335,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 1 Bay Club Drive 4Y | Listed for sale at $389,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 20617 Lori Drive 1166 | Listed for sale at $668,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 73-11 Bell Blvd 5D | Listed for sale at $250,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 215-18 48th Avenue | Listed for sale at $1,298,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 21029 28th Avenue | Listed for sale at $2,390,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 219-43 67th Avenue 3RD | Listed for sale at $758,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 34-26 209th Street | Listed for sale at $1,299,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 18-40 211th Street 4E | Listed for sale at $260,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | 4829 Oceania Street | Listed for sale at $1,398,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | 37-17 221st Street | Listed for sale at $1,350,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | 6733 223rd Road A | Listed for sale at $358,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | 5312 Clearview Expressway | Listed for sale at $999,900 |
| 03/31/2026 | 21102 73rd Avenue 3H | Listed for sale at $438,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | 3518 221ST Street | Listed for sale at $2,290,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | 216-37 68 Avenue 2 | Listed for sale at $359,000 |
| 03/30/2026 | 219-27 75th Avenue 2 | Listed for sale at $339,000 |
| 03/30/2026 | 73-03 Bell Blvd. 1O | Listed for sale at $215,000 |
| 03/30/2026 | 28-14 216th Street | Listed for sale at $2,498,000 |
| 03/30/2026 | 199-18 16th Avenue 25 | Listed for sale at $405,000 |
| 03/30/2026 | 53-39 Bell Boulevard | Listed for sale at $1,288,000 |
| 03/30/2026 | 48-26 207th Street | Listed for sale at $899,999 |
| 03/30/2026 | 7345 210th Street 6D | Listed for sale at $285,000 |
| 03/30/2026 | 1423 209th Street | Listed for sale at $1,899,000 |
| 03/28/2026 | 1 Bay Club Drive 8U | Listed for sale at $525,000 |
| 03/27/2026 | 17-85 215th Street 8G | Listed for sale at $430,000 |
| 03/27/2026 | 29-41 212th Street | Listed for sale at $1,249,000 |
| 03/27/2026 | 202-03 56th Avenue | Listed for sale at $1,398,000 |
| 03/27/2026 | 18-35 Corporal Kennedy Street 6D | Listed for sale at $325,000 |
| 03/27/2026 | 224-24 Union Turnpike 4R | Listed for sale at $388,000 |
| 03/27/2026 | 18-50 211th Street 6H | Listed for sale at $350,000 |
| 03/27/2026 | 20047 39th Avenue | Listed for sale at $1,249,000 |
| 01/23/2026 | 220-55 46 Avenue 12H | Sold for $487,000 |
| 01/23/2026 | 1 BAY CLUB Drive 12B | Sold for $485,000 |
| 01/22/2026 | 17-85 215th Street 5F | Sold for $600,000 |
| 01/22/2026 | 23-20 Bell Boulevard 2D | Sold for $248,000 |
| 01/21/2026 | 73-45 210th Street 3F | Sold for $330,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 73-62 Bell Boulevard 5L | Sold for $280,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 36-24 216th Street | Sold for $1,280,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 17-85 215th Street 11S | Sold for $420,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 210-50 41st Avenue 6B | Sold for $303,000 |
| 01/20/2026 | 6124 228th Street | Sold for $1,256,000 |
| 01/16/2026 | 73-63 Bell Blvd 5J | Sold for $388,000 |
| 01/16/2026 | 18-75 Corporal Kennedy Street 2F | Sold for $375,000 |
| 01/15/2026 | 23-35 Bell Boulevard 6G | Sold for $390,000 |
| 01/15/2026 | 18-70 211 Street 2J | Sold for $260,000 |
| 01/15/2026 | 36-04 210th Street | Sold for $1,550,000 |
| 01/14/2026 | 218-12 73rd Avenue 401A1 | Sold for $349,000 |
| 01/14/2026 | 224-23 Kingsbury Avenue B | Sold for $310,000 |
| 01/13/2026 | 3454 201st Street | Sold for $1,150,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | 33-15 Bell Blvd | Sold for $1,650,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | 1 Bay Club Drive 12U | Sold for $555,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | 220-55 46th Avenue 8A | Sold for $335,000 |
| 01/09/2026 | 213-01 75 Avenue 4D | Sold for $240,000 |
| 01/09/2026 | 39-10 201 Street | Sold for $1,560,000 |
| 01/08/2026 | 2 Bay Club Drive 7X | Sold for $475,000 |
| 01/07/2026 | 56-16 Bell Blvd | Sold for $995,800 |
| 01/07/2026 | 4218 217th Street | Sold for $1,798,000 |
| 01/07/2026 | 7355 210 Street 2P | Sold for $240,000 |
| 01/07/2026 | 15-38 Bell Boulevard 232 | Sold for $559,000 |
| 01/06/2026 | 61-20 214 Street | Sold for $1,046,000 |
| 01/06/2026 | 17-85 215 Street 9E | Sold for $380,000 |
| 11/18/2025 | 18-15 215 2G | Listed for sale at $339,999 |
| 03/14/2023 | 67-02 Springfield Boulevard A | Listed for sale at $360,000 |
| 01/25/2023 | 6114 Cloverdale Blvd | Listed for sale at $1,030,000 |