Long Island City is a rapidly growing residential, commercial, and cultural neighborhood located along the western waterfront of the New York City borough of Queens, directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan.
Once an industrial area along the East River, Long Island City has undergone a dramatic transformation into one of New York City’s most desirable waterfront communities. Today, the neighborhood is known for its gleaming luxury high-rises, modern mixed-use developments, sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline, and School District 30. Ongoing redevelopment throughout the area continues to bring new residential towers, office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants, and public waterfront amenities to the neighborhood. Long Island City features a diverse mix of luxury condominiums, rental towers, converted loft buildings, townhouses, cooperatives, and newly developed residential communities.
Long Island City offers a unique blend of modern urban living, artistic culture, and waterfront recreation. The neighborhood is home to innovative art galleries, performance spaces, and a thriving creative community that attracts artists, entrepreneurs, and young professionals. MoMA PS1, one of the city’s most recognized contemporary art institutions, showcases cutting-edge exhibitions and hosts popular seasonal events and outdoor performances. Vernon Boulevard, Jackson Avenue, and Center Boulevard are lined with trendy restaurants, cafes, breweries, cocktail bars, and boutique shops that contribute to the neighborhood’s vibrant atmosphere.
Residents enjoy access to beautiful waterfront parks and open spaces, including Gantry Plaza State Park, Hunters Point South Park, and Queensbridge Park, all of which offer walking paths, playgrounds, recreational areas, and stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and the East River. The revitalized waterfront has transformed much of the neighborhood into a scenic, highly convenient destination while preserving pockets of Long Island City’s industrial character and artistic identity.
Conveniently located near the center of New York City, Long Island City is one of the city’s major transportation hubs. The neighborhood is served by eight subway lines, thirteen bus lines, the NYC Ferry system along the East River, Citi Bike stations, and the Long Island Rail Road. Major transportation infrastructure, including the Queensboro Bridge, Pulaski Bridge, Midtown Tunnel, and nearby access to both LaGuardia and JFK Airports, provides exceptional connectivity throughout New York City and beyond. Many parts of Long Island City are only one subway stop or just minutes from Midtown Manhattan, making it one of the most accessible and commuter-friendly neighborhoods in New York City.
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226 50th Avenue 3D Long Island City, New York
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,391 SqFt 0.448 Acres
$948,000
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11-24 31st Avenue 10E Long Island City, New York
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,185 SqFt 0.401 Acres
$899,000
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2416 Queens Plaza S 18B Long Island City, New York
1 Beds 1 Baths 558 SqFt 0.273 Acres
$699,000
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4-74 48th Avenue 17J Long Island City, New York
1 Beds 1 Baths 865 SqFt