East Elmhurst, Flushing, NY
East Elmhurst — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for East Elmhurst, Flushing, New York. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services licensing database.
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East Elmhurst Neighborhood Overview
Overview
East Elmhurst is a vibrant, residential neighborhood in northwestern Queens, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. It offers a diverse, community-focused atmosphere with a rich cultural tapestry, situated just north of the larger Flushing area.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing stock is primarily composed of single-family homes, brick rowhouses, and some low-rise apartment buildings. With a median home value of approximately $704,400, it provides a more accessible entry point into New York City homeownership compared to many other city neighborhoods.
Schools & Education
The neighborhood is served by the New York City Department of Education, with several well-regarded public elementary and intermediate schools nearby. Higher education options are accessible in nearby Flushing, home to branches of CUNY colleges.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy ample green space at the expansive Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, which borders the neighborhood and offers sports fields, museums, and walking paths. Smaller local playgrounds and the waterfront along the East River provide additional recreational options.
Local Dining & Shopping
The commercial corridors along Astoria Boulevard and Ditmars Boulevard feature a wide array of Latino, South Asian, and Caribbean restaurants and bakeries. Shopping needs are met by local bodegas, supermarkets, and small specialty stores catering to the diverse community.
Who Lives Here
East Elmhurst is a proudly diverse community with large Latino, South Asian, and African American populations. The neighborhood has a median household income of about $72,342, reflecting a solidly working and middle-class demographic of families and long-term residents.
East Elmhurst Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $704K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $72K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 56.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 43.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 6.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 11369 |
Top Real Estate Agents in East Elmhurst, Flushing
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17