Astoria, NY Housing Market & City Data

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Astoria City Reviews

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Oxana Skorniakova

Astoria is conveniently located near Midtown Manhattan and is well-connected by public transportation. If you prefer to avoid the tourist crowds, Astoria offers a perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility, thanks to its prime location and diverse community. The neighborhood is home to a variety of Greek, Italian, and Eastern European restaurants, alongside a wide selection of other authentic international cuisines. Astoria provides a charming, village-like atmosphere while also featuring modern luxury high-rises. Residents can enjoy cozy coffee shops, parks, playgrounds, and a range of excellent public and private schools.

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Housing & Demographic Overview

Key insights about the community

Data as of October 2026

HOUSING DATA (October 2026)

Median Price per SqFt$1,056
Median Listing Price$724,500
Median Days on Market77
Active Listings224
New Listings32
Total Listings (Active + Pending)278
Avg Listing Price$878,486
Avg Listing Price Change MoM-7%
Avg Listing Price Change YoY-1%

Local Discussions

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  3. What should home buyers know about the Astoria, NY housing market?

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  5. What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Astoria, NY?

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  6. How much income do you need to buy a house in Astoria, NY?

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  7. How much are property taxes on a home in Astoria, NY?

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  8. What are the best neighborhoods in Astoria, NY for first-time home buyers?

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  9. What is it like to live in Astoria, NY?

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Neighborhoods in Astoria, NY

Get to know neighborhoods in Astoria, ordered by the number of properties in the provider sample.

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    Nearby schools · estimated

    6.3/10 · 21 schools

Data as of . Listing snapshots from Redfin; nearby-school rating estimates.

About these neighborhood estimates

Prices and counts describe active listings returned by the provider, excluding coming-soon and nearby search results. They are asking prices, not sold prices, and may not include every home for sale.

Nearby-school grades are FastExpert estimates from the average available ratings of unique public schools returned for sampled neighborhood properties. A: 8–10; B: 6–under 8; C: 4–under 6; D: 2–under 4; F: 1–under 2. Unrated schools are excluded. Nearby schools may not be assigned to a specific address.

Photos show identified local landmarks. Five neighborhoods are shown, ordered by property count. Median asking price breaks a tie.