Forest Hills Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Quiet Queens neighborhood with Tudor-style homes, tree-lined streets, excellent schools, and a village-like atmosphere within NYC.
New York, NYAvg Rent: $2,700/moWalk Score: 82
Walkability
82
Walk Score
Transit
88
Transit Score
Commute
35-45 min
To Downtown
Safety
Excellent
Rating
Forest Hills Rent Prices
Studio
$1,700
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,200
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,900
per month
3 Bedrooms
$4,000
per month
Rent Trend: Stable
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Suburban feel, quiet, family-oriented
Demographics
Families, professionals, retirees
Best For
FamiliesThose seeking suburban feelSchool quality seekersQuiet lifestyle
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Diverse international, family restaurants
Nightlife
Minimal - quiet residential area
Schools
Top-rated public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Forest Hills
Pros
- Excellent schools
- Safe and quiet
- Spacious apartments
- Good value
Cons
- Longer commutes
- Limited nightlife
- Less urban vibe
- Car-dependent for some
Parks & Recreation
- Forest Park
- MacDonald Park
- Yellowstone Park
Public Transit
- E, F, M, R trains
- LIRR station
Popular Streets
- Austin Street
- Queens Boulevard
- Continental Avenue
Key Amenities
- Forest Hills Stadium
- Austin Street shops
- Tennis courts
- Forest Park trails
Compare with Other New York Neighborhoods
Manhattan
2BR Rent:$4,800
Walk Score:98
Fast-paced, urban, cosmopolitan
Brooklyn Heights
2BR Rent:$4,200
Walk Score:95
Quiet, family-friendly, upscale
Williamsburg
2BR Rent:$4,000
Walk Score:92
Trendy, artistic, energetic
Astoria
2BR Rent:$3,100
Walk Score:88
Community-oriented, multicultural, residential
Long Island City
2BR Rent:$4,300
Walk Score:85
Modern, developing, urban
Helpful Resources for Renters
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