A waterfront neighborhood in southwestern Queens, Howard Beach is made up of spacious single-family homes and thus has a very suburban feel to it. Most New Yorkers know the name Howard Beach because it serves as an important transit hub: the spot where the A train connects to the
City Line in Brooklyn is one of the handful of neighborhoods which comprise the East New Yorkarea. Residents live in the many homes and two medium-sized housing projects. City Line is seeing some minor development due to its abundant train and bus access for the daily commuter.
Traditionally isolated, Throgs Neck's solitary quality is emphasized since it's such a stark contrast to the rest of The Bronx. The nabe is home to a range of homes, beach clubs, and waterfront condominiums. Throgs Neck's suburban nature and relaxed character give residents the sense during the summer months
Named after the prominent Real Good Construction Company, Rego Park’s long time residences make it an incredibly diverse and close-knit community. The restaurants are friendly, your neighbors say hello and you might be greeted with a smile and a request to join one of the many active community groups,
Bath Beach, despite its name, does not have beach access, although it is on the water in southern Brooklyn. Bath Beach's diverse community mostly resides in small houses and apartments scattered across the neighborhood. 40-acre Dyker Beach Park is adjacent to this community, as is Bensonhurst, also known as
This quaint Bronx nabe is filled with small homes and tenement buildings—an eclectic mix of brick and Queen Anne designs. Residents here enjoy access to Van Nest Park: home to green space, a playground, and even a war monument.
Pomonok, Queens includes the Pomonok housing development and the Electchester cooperative housing project. Both were originally built on top of a golf course, which survived until 1949. Today, Pomonok is a residential neighborhood with family houses and these same large apartment buildings. With parks, small gardens, and sitting areas,
Ocean Parkway is a Brooklyn neighborhood that runs along a section of the eponymous boulevard connecting Kensington to Gravesend and West Brighton. Close to Ditmas Park, the neighborhood has a mix of residents as it is mostly populated with a mix of townhouses and apartment buildings. Ocean Parkway has
Jamaica Hills surrounds the relatively large and beautiful Goose Pond. This quiet and serene nabe is composed mainly of co-op style housing, all well-maintained and regulated. Jamaica Hill is lucky enough to have an active civic group that works closely with local politicians. Getting to Manhattan is especially easy
Located just north of Pelham Parkway and south of Gun Hill Road, Pelham Gardens is populated almost exclusively by private homes. Residents enjoy their neighborhood's proximity to Pelham Bay Park, which, with its golf courses, tennis courts, and large size, acts as an important and attractive part of the