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2-bedroom condo for sale in Forest Hills

78-29 Austin St Unit 504, Forest Hills, Queens, New York, NY, 11375

$1,425,000
Asking price · in USD
Size
1,047 ft² (97.3 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Condo for sale in Forest Hills, Queens: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,047 ft². Asking price $1,425,000. Built in 2024.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

78-29 Austin St Residence 504 Residence 504 at The Austin is a generously proportioned 1,047-square-foot home featuring two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with interiors designed by the acclaimed Italian design firm S20M. White Oak herringbone wood floors flow throughout the primary living spaces, while oversized, triple-glazed windows fill the home with radiant natural light. A seamless connection to the outdoors is offered by the adjacent private 113-square-foot terrace, an intimate extension of the living space ideal for morning coffee or evening gatherings. The chef's kitchen features under-cabinet lighting and a best-in-class suite of appliances, including an electric cooktop with Savalo integrated hood, and a built-in Viking dishwasher and microwave. The primary bedroom offers a generous walk-in closet and a tranquil en-suite bathroom complete with a Porcelanosa double vanity, wall-mounted Toto toilet, advanced Grohe shower system, and designer wall sconces. The secondary bedroom is provided with ample closet space and is adjacent to the secondary bathroom. Residence 504 is equipped with a vented washer and dryer and a dedicated entry closet, while the private concierge closet provides the ultimate convenience. Nestled in the charming Forest Hills neighborhood, The Austin is a remarkable collection of 98 condominium residences. A transformative new development where every detail is exquisitely designed from the ground up, The Austin transcends the condominium status quo with outstanding craftsmanship and world class amenities, surrounded by abundant tranquil green spaces. Spanning Austin Street to Kew Forest Lane, this offering rivals anything else found in Queens. The Austin offers a refined collection of resort-style amenities designed to enhance everyday living. Residents are welcomed by a full-time doorman and concierge, with inviting spaces including a residents' lounge with garden views, a residents' library, and a vibrant children's playroom and music room. The state-of-the-art fitness center features cardio and strength equipment, a stretching studio, spa, and indoor basketball court. Two fully amenitized rooftop levels include an outdoor saltwater junior Olympic pool, pickleball court, outdoor cinema, and outdoor kitchen and dining areas with panoramic views of Manhattan and Queens. Additional conveniences include a live-in superintendent, pet spa, as well as private parking and private storage available for purchase. The complete offering terms are in the offering plan available from Sponsor, 78-29 Austin Street Holdings LLC, having an address at 227 Sea Breeze Avenue, 4th fl., Suite C-403, Brooklyn, NY 11224, File No. CD23-0253. All artist's renderings are for representational purposes only and are subject to variances. Finishes depicted in the artist's renderings are not necessarily indicative of what will be specified in the offering plan and not all items included in the artist's renderings are included in unit purchase. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 63/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 29 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details17/20
    • 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
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 466 words3/3
  • True cost3/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Some points: Priced 193% above similar homes in its neighborhood, which take longer to sell3/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 2023, 98 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
  • 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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Buying costs

What this price means for you: the monthly payment, and New York’s mansion tax, which the buyer pays on a home of $1 million or more.

Compared with the area

Asks $1,425,000, 193% above the median asking price for 2-bedroom homes for sale in Forest Hills.

Median here
$487,000
71 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$403,750–$673,500
The middle half of listings
Per ft²
$1,361.03 vs $505
This home vs the median, 170% higher

Priced above most similar homes here and on the market longer than usual.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Forest Hills

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Kew Gardens-Union TpkeE F4 min walk
  • Kew Gardens (LIRR)Babylon Far Rockaway Hempstead Long Beach Port Jefferson Ronkonkoma West Hempstead8 min walk
  • 75 AvE F9 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 28

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

98 units · 7 floors · built 2023 · 6 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

78-29 Austin Street · BBL 4-03345-7501 · built 2023 · 98 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Condominium
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations. Condo records cover the whole building.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

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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