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1-bedroom apartment for sale in Kew Gardens Hills

149-05 79th Ave Unit 615, Kew Gardens Hills, Queens, New York, NY, 11367

$265,000
Asking price · in USD
Size
700 ft² (65 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for sale in Kew Gardens Hills, Queens: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 700 ft². Asking price $265,000. Built in 1955.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Welcome to this lovely 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located in the desirable neighborhood of Kew Gardens Hills, Queens! Situated in a well-maintained building with a low monthly maintenance fee of just $695, this apartment faces the courtyard, offering a peaceful setting away from the street. The building features a recently renovated lobby, elevator access for added convenience, and on-site laundry facilities, making everyday living comfortable and convenient. Ideally located near local shops, restaurants, supermarkets, and public transportation, this apartment offers a wonderful combination of comfort, convenience, and value in a residential neighborhood. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or searching for a place to call home, this is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy everything Kew Gardens Hills has to offer, with the added benefit of affordable monthly maintenance.

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 80/100 · Complete

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  • Details18/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 135 words3/3
  • True cost15/15
    • Full points: Running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)8/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1955, 180 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

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Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $265,000, 4% below the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in Kew Gardens Hills.

Median here
$275,000
30 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$249,900–$299,000
The middle half of listings
Per ft²
$378.57 vs $376.47
This home vs the median, 1% higher

Priced in line with similar homes here.

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More about Kew Gardens Hills

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • BriarwoodE F20 min walk
  • Kew Gardens-Union TpkeE F24 min walk
  • Sutphin BlvdF25 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 25

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The building

180 units · 6 floors · built 1955 · 2 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

149-05 79 Avenue · BBL 4-06690-0016 · built 1955 · 180 units

Roofy building score 92/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
17 (A 3 · B 10 · C 4)
Heat complaints
4 this season (more than similar buildings nearby)
Complaints, last 12 months
10
Rent stabilization
Had 4 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$261,820 on Jul 16, 2026

4 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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