Living in Ditmars-Steinway
Key metrics and insights for homebuyers and sellers evaluating Ditmars-Steinway, Queens, NY 11105.
Coops: among live listings asking under $250K, median monthly maintenance runs about $1,319 (6 listings). At $250K and above, the median climbs to $1,523 (6 listings).
Live MLS listing data for Ditmars-Steinway; medians refresh as inventory changes. Every building sets its own charges — confirm the specific building before you offer.
How far is Ditmars-Steinway from New York City by train?
From Woodside Station on the LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch, scheduled weekday AM-peak service takes about 10 minutes to Penn Station, 11 minutes to Grand Central Madison, 32 minutes to Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn (MTA LIRR timetable data).
Is Ditmars-Steinway walkable?
Ditmars-Steinway has a Walk Score of 81 out of 100, which Walk Score rates "Very Walkable", and a Transit Score of 76 out of 100.
Nearby Long Island Rail Road stations and typical weekday AM-peak travel times to the Manhattan and Brooklyn terminals. Many Ditmars-Steinway residents use whichever station best fits their branch and schedule.
AM-peak travel times on scheduled LIRR service to Penn Station, Grand Central Madison, and Atlantic Terminal (Brooklyn). Based on MTA LIRR public timetable data.
Ditmars-Steinway Market Data
Current market conditions and pricing trends for Ditmars-Steinway, Queens, NY.
Single-family, condo and co-op homes are measured separately — these medians are never blended together. Based on 75 recorded closings in ZIP 11105 between Sep 10, 2025 and Sep 10, 2026 — a settled trailing twelve months, ending about a month back so late-recorded closings are counted rather than missed. Days on market are medians, not averages. A property type with fewer than 8 closed sales in that window is left out rather than published on a sample too thin to mean anything.
What This Means for Sellers
Ditmars-Steinway reads as a Hot Seller's Market: about 1.7 months of single-family supply, and homes sold in a median of 39 days over the past 12 months. If you're considering selling, this market rewards strategic pricing — not overpricing. A properly positioned listing will attract qualified buyers and maximize your net proceeds.
What This Means for Buyers
Buyers in Ditmars-Steinway should be prepared to act quickly and come with strong offers. Pre-approval is essential, and buyers are generally better served retaining their own real estate attorney early to review the negotiation and contract. Expect competition, but don't overpay — there's a difference between being competitive and being reckless.
Measured across ZIP 11105, which also covers Astoria, Long Island City and New York (Manhattan).
Counted over the trailing twelve months: every listing that closed, expired, was withdrawn or was terminated. Listings still active or under contract are not counted on either side. If the feed does not retain every withdrawn listing, the real figure is higher than the one shown, never lower.
Based on information from OneKey® MLS, for the period September 10, 2025 through September 10, 2026.
Flood informationDitmars-Steinway: FEMA flood dataMedian NFIP cost, single-family homes, ZIP 11105: $710 a year (Aug 2026)
Median yearly cost by FEMA zone: moderate- to low-risk zones (X, B, C) $710 (20 policies).
Cost trend, Queens
Median yearly cost of single-family NFIP policies taking effect each month.
In Queens, the typical monthly median yearly cost of single-family NFIP policies taking effect in June through August 2026 was $1,400, 17% higher than the typical month in June through August 2025 ($1,200). Based on 2,038 and 2,106 policies.
FEMA flood-loss ratings
FEMA's National Risk Index rates each census tract's expected yearly losses from flooding against every census tract in the country. For the 17 census tracts in the Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway neighborhood tabulation area (NYC):
Coastal flooding
- Relatively Moderate 1
- Relatively Low 2
- Very Low 2
- No expected annual losses 12
Inland flooding (heavy rain, streams)
- Relatively Low 5
- Very Low 12
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Look up the FEMA flood zone for any address: FEMA Flood Map Service Center · NYC Flood Hazard Mapper · FloodHelpNY · FloodSmart (FEMA).
Flood data for Queens: costs by ZIP, trend and FEMA ratings →Calculated from FEMA policy data (as of Sep 8, 2026) and FEMA's NFIP residential penetration rates; ratings are FEMA's own labels from the National Risk Index (December 2025). Yearly cost is premium plus FEMA fees, single-family NFIP policies only; the insured share is residential NFIP contracts as a share of all residential buildings. Private flood insurance is not included. Not a flood-zone determination, insurance advice or a quote. Each building is priced individually.
What It's Like Living in Ditmars-Steinway
Ditmars-Steinway is one of Queens's most established residential communities, offering a distinctive blend of suburban character and metropolitan accessibility. Located in the 11105 zip code, the community is served by the New York City Department Of Education.
With a median home price of $1,200,000 and a median recorded property tax of $7,800 annually, Ditmars-Steinway pairs an established housing stock with direct access to New York City. The commute to Manhattan averages approximately 10 min via the Long Island Rail Road.
Ownership here takes more than one form: coops, condos selling at a median of $1.34M, single-family homes selling at a median of $1.2M — three genuinely different ways to live in Ditmars-Steinway. In a coop or condo, the building handles the envelope — roof, heat, grounds — and your monthly maintenance or common charges fund it; in a house, those responsibilities (and that flexibility) are entirely yours. Both coop and condo buildings are active markets here — see the segment data above for how each is currently moving.
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Is Ditmars-Steinway a good place to live for commuters?
The LIRR connects Ditmars-Steinway to Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in approximately 10 min, and the neighborhood carries a transit score of 76/100. Peak express service, station parking and walk-to-station distance vary by address, and those three factors decide what a commute actually looks like day to day.
What are property tax trends in Ditmars-Steinway, NY?
Ditmars-Steinway homeowners pay a median of approximately $7,800 a year in property taxes — the median of the tax figures actually recorded on homes sold here, not an estimate. The bill funds school-district, county, town, and special-district services. Taxes are assessed parcel by parcel, so two similar homes on the same street can carry very different bills — confirm the actual assessment on a specific address before relying on it.
Is now a good time to buy or sell in Ditmars-Steinway?
Ditmars-Steinway is currently a Hot Seller's Market, with homes selling in about 39 days. Prices have moved +9% year-over-year. Timing decisions depend on your specific situation — contact Joseph for a no-cost strategy session tailored to your property and goals.
What makes Ditmars-Steinway different from other Queens communities?
Ditmars-Steinway is a long-established community served by the New York City Department Of Education. Prices and activity vary by property type, school district, condition and price band; the figures above show where this market stands now.
What should buyers know before making an offer in Ditmars-Steinway?
School district boundaries in Ditmars-Steinway often run street by street — two blocks can mean a different school zone, so confirming a home's exact attendance zone before you make an offer matters. As an Associate Broker who is also an attorney, Joseph reads title and contract details differently than most agents — and when the facts of a deal are in front of him, he knows what's worth asking about. (Not a substitute for your own attorney's representation.)
Is Ditmars-Steinway walkable for everyday living?
Ditmars-Steinway has a Walk Score of 81/100, measured at a single point near the centre of Ditmars-Steinway. Walkability varies street by street, so check the score for a specific address; the LIRR provides Manhattan access in approximately 10 min.
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Schools in Ditmars-Steinway, NY
Ditmars-Steinway is served by the New York City Department Of Education. Attendance zones in New York City are assigned street by street, so a Ditmars-Steinway mailing address does not by itself determine which school a home is zoned for.
Individual school assignments in New York City Department Of Education are made street by street. Contact the district for building assignments, or ask us to confirm the zone for a specific address.
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Ditmars-Steinway Schools — Frequently Asked Questions
What school district serves Ditmars-Steinway?
Ditmars-Steinway is served by the New York City Department Of Education. District boundaries in New York City often run street by street, so we confirm the district and attendance zone for a specific address before you make an offer.
School district boundaries in New York City often run street by street, so a Ditmars-Steinway mailing address doesn't guarantee a given school. We confirm a home's exact attendance zone before you make an offer.
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Homes for Sale in Ditmars-Steinway, NY
40 active listings currently on the market in Ditmars-Steinway. Data refreshed from the MLS in real time.
Active 403d
Garden
Active 276d
Other
Active 8d
Garden
Active 50d
Multi
Active 117d
Multi
Active 139d
Multi
Listings courtesy of OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of October 10, 2026 7:30 pm. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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View All 40 Listings in Ditmars-SteinwayRecently Closed in Ditmars-Steinway
39 closed sales found. Recent transactions provide real-world context for current market values. For a full Comparative Market Analysis of your property, request a complimentary CMA.
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| Address | Type | Beds / Ba | Sq Ft | Closed | Sale Price | $/Sq Ft | DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi-Family | 5 bd / 3 ba | 2,080 | — | Sign in to view | — | 22d | |
| Other | 3 bd / 2 ba | 1,320 | — | Sign in to view | — | 34d | |
| Multi-Family | 4 bd / 4 ba | 1,728 | — | Sign in to view | — | 19d | |
| Multi-Family | 3 bd / 2 ba | 1,232 | — | Sign in to view | — | 43d | |
| Multi-Family | 4 bd / 3 ba | 1,728 | — | Sign in to view | — | 33d | |
| Single Family | 3 bd / 2 ba | 1,344 | — | Sign in to view | — | 70d | |
| Multi-Family | 5 bd / 4 ba | 1,998 | — | Sign in to view | — | 28d | |
| Multi-Family | — | 2,772 | — | Sign in to view | — | 4d | |
| Single Family | 2 bd / 2 ba | 1,440 | — | Sign in to view | — | 55d | |
| Multi-Family | 5 bd / 4 ba | 3,509 | — | Sign in to view | — | 54d | |
| Other | 4 bd / 2 ba | 1,634 | — | Sign in to view | — | 21d | |
| Multi-Family | 4 bd / 3 ba | 1,450 | — | Sign in to view | — | 44d |
Source: OneKey MLS — Ditmars-Steinway closed sales, last 180 days. Verify all figures independently before making decisions.
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Why work with Joseph DeVito to buy or sell in Ditmars-Steinway?
Joseph DeVito is a New York Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker and a New York attorney. He does not act as both broker and attorney on the same transaction: here he acts as a real estate broker only, and he is not your attorney. Real estate services provided through Keller Williams Realty Greater Nassau are not legal representation. Everything on this site is general information for educational purposes only. It is not legal advice, it creates no attorney-client relationship, and it should not be relied on as legal advice — for advice about your own situation, consult your own attorney.
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How Ditmars-Steinway Fits Into the Queens Market
Ditmars-Steinway’s median sale price of about $1.2M sits about 60% above the Queens median of about $750K. These are whole-county figures over a settled trailing 12 months — the same data behind our full Queens reports.
County medians describe the wider market, not any specific property, and are not a valuation of a home in Ditmars-Steinway.
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