Living in Woodhaven
Key metrics and insights for homebuyers and sellers evaluating Woodhaven, Queens, NY 11421.
Coops: among live listings asking under $300K, median monthly maintenance runs about $732 (13 listings). At $300K and above, the median climbs to $825 (6 listings).
Live MLS listing data for Woodhaven; medians refresh as inventory changes. Every building sets its own charges — confirm the specific building before you offer.
How far is Woodhaven from New York City by train?
From Kew Gardens Station on the LIRR Babylon Branch, scheduled weekday AM-peak service takes about 15 minutes to Penn Station, 14 minutes to Grand Central Madison, 27 minutes to Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn (MTA LIRR timetable data).
Is Woodhaven walkable?
Woodhaven has a Walk Score of 87 out of 100, which Walk Score rates "Very Walkable", and a Transit Score of 77 out of 100.
Nearby Long Island Rail Road stations and typical weekday AM-peak travel times to the Manhattan and Brooklyn terminals. Many Woodhaven 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.
Woodhaven Market Data
Current market conditions and pricing trends for Woodhaven, Queens, NY.
Single-family, condo and co-op homes are measured separately — these medians are never blended together. Based on 125 recorded closings in ZIP 11421 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.
11421's market has cooled over the past 2 years: the median sale price has slipped about 4% year over year to about $779K, with homes generally taking longer to sell. Should the pattern hold, the market may continue drifting toward balance. Alongside that easing trend, note that the roughly $776K blended median combines very different property types, so it may not describe any single one: of 256 recent sales, single-family made up the largest share at about 46% with a median near $735K, multi-family (2-4 family) about 36% near $988K, co-ops about 18% near $270K. Because multi-family (2-4 family), though not the most common, is priced far enough from the rest to pull the blend up, the blended figure tends to sit above the single-family median rather than below it — so a typical single-family house has tended to sell closer to $735K, roughly $41K under the headline number, even though the much lower-priced co-ops in the mix pull the other way but at about 18% are too small a share to offset that lift. These are past medians, not predictions or guarantees, and individual properties vary widely; anyone weighing a specific property should review current comparable sales for that property type.
Based on information from OneKey® MLS, for the period October 6, 2025 through September 21, 2026. Source: OneKey MLS (recorded Queens sales, trailing 12mo) + actual tax. Based on 49 recorded sales. Property tax values shown are algorithmic estimates calculated from official NY State ORPS / NYC Department of Finance assessment data aggregated by school district (Long Island) or ZIP code (NYC). These figures are an educational baseline and do not represent a guaranteed or binding tax bill. Actual taxes vary based on individual assessed value, applicable exemptions (STAR, Senior, Veteran), historical grievances, village overlays, and special district levies. Verify exact tax with the Nassau County Assessor / Suffolk County Comptroller / NYC Department of Finance before any financial commitment.
Of the 64 homes for sale in Woodhaven today, 28 are now asking less than they originally asked — 43.8%, against 33.9% across Queens. 2 sellers have raised their asking price.
And among the homes that actually sold
Among the 124 homes that sold in Woodhaven over the last twelve settled months, 36.3% had cut their price before they sold — up from 31.5% over the same twelve months a year earlier.
What each group got
Over those same twelve months, the 79 Woodhaven homes that sold without ever reducing achieved 99.5% of their asking price in a median of 39 days. The 45 that did reduce achieved 91.4% of what they first asked, after 112 days.
Homes that never reduced and homes that did are different homes, priced differently from the start — these figures describe what each group did, not what a reduction causes. How any individual home performs depends on condition, layout, its position within Woodhaven and how it shows, none of which a market median can capture.
Measured from the OneKey MLS feed, updated daily. A home counts as reduced when its current asking price is below the price it was first listed at — not against an estimate or against other homes. The for-sale figures describe homes available today; the sold figures describe closed sales between September 2025 and August 2026.
What This Means for Sellers
Woodhaven is sending mixed signals: there is real inventory on the market, yet homes are still selling at a pace and a price that don't match that supply. Neither side holds a clear edge, so the number you list at matters more than the headline. Overpriced homes will sit while correctly priced properties still move — and the comparables for your specific home, not a market label, are what set that number.
What This Means for Buyers
Woodhaven is a mixed picture for buyers. Market indicators do not agree, so we are withholding a buyer's or seller's market classification. Review the inventory, selling time, and sale-to-list figures individually for a clearer picture of current conditions. Come pre-approved, and judge each home on its own comparables rather than on the market's headline.
The listings that did not sell asked a median of $884,444 — 7% above the $830,000 median of the homes that closed. 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 informationWoodhaven: FEMA flood dataMedian NFIP cost, single-family homes, ZIP 11421: $390 a year (Aug 2026)
Based on 7 policies, a small sample.
Median yearly cost by FEMA zone: moderate- to low-risk zones (X, B, C) $390 (7 policies, small sample).
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 13 census tracts in the Woodhaven neighborhood tabulation area (NYC):
Coastal flooding
- No expected annual losses 13
Inland flooding (heavy rain, streams)
- Very Low 13
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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 Woodhaven
Woodhaven is one of Queens's most established residential communities, offering a distinctive blend of suburban character and metropolitan accessibility. Located in the 11421 zip code, the community is served by the New York City Department Of Education.
With a median home price of $767,500 and a median recorded property tax of $5,400 annually, Woodhaven pairs an established housing stock with direct access to New York City. The commute to Manhattan averages approximately 14 min via the Long Island Rail Road.
Ownership here takes more than one form: coops selling at a median of $274K, single-family homes selling at a median of $768K — two genuinely different ways to live in Woodhaven. 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. Coops are the dominant apartment form in Woodhaven — board approval and building-set financial requirements are part of most apartment purchases here.
Joseph's Insider Guide to Woodhaven
Direct answers informed by 5,000+ closed transactions across Nassau, Suffolk, Queens and Brooklyn — not the canned content you'd find on any listing portal.
Is Woodhaven a good place to live for commuters?
The LIRR connects Woodhaven to Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in approximately 14 min, and the neighborhood carries a transit score of 77/100. 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 Woodhaven, NY?
Woodhaven homeowners pay a median of approximately $5,400 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 Woodhaven?
Woodhaven is sending mixed signals right now — the inventory on hand and the pace homes are actually selling at point in different directions, so we do not call it a buyer's or a seller's market, with homes selling in about 51 days. Prices have moved +4% 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 Woodhaven different from other Queens communities?
Woodhaven 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 Woodhaven?
School district boundaries in Woodhaven 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 Woodhaven walkable for everyday living?
Woodhaven has a Walk Score of 87/100, measured at a single point near the centre of Woodhaven. Walkability varies street by street, so check the score for a specific address; the LIRR provides Manhattan access in approximately 14 min.
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Schools in Woodhaven, NY
Woodhaven is served by the New York City Department Of Education. Attendance zones in New York City are assigned street by street, so a Woodhaven 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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Woodhaven Schools — Frequently Asked Questions
What school district serves Woodhaven?
Woodhaven 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 Woodhaven 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 Woodhaven, NY
66 active listings currently on the market in Woodhaven. Data refreshed from the MLS in real time.
Active 49d
Mid Rise
Active 266d
Other
Active 134d
Garden
Active 95d
Other
Active 110d
1 Fam
Active 120d
Colonial
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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60 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 / 2 ba | 2,240 | — | Sign in to view | — | 7d | |
| Colonial | 3 bd / 1 ba | 1,560 | — | Sign in to view | — | 27d | |
| Multi-Family | 6 bd / 4 ba | 2,080 | — | Sign in to view | — | 21d | |
| Colonial | 4 bd / 3 ba | 1,509 | — | Sign in to view | — | 31d | |
| Colonial | 3 bd / 2 ba | 1,140 | — | Sign in to view | — | 31d | |
| Hi Ranch | 6 bd / 4 ba | 2,600 | — | Sign in to view | — | 28d | |
| Colonial | 3 bd / 1 ba | 1,409 | — | Sign in to view | — | 24d | |
| Other | 2 bd / 1 ba | 850 | — | Sign in to view | — | 14d | |
| Includes Legal Accessory Apartment | 6 bd / 4 ba | 2,838 | — | Sign in to view | — | 23d | |
| Other | 4 bd / 2 ba | 1,285 | — | Sign in to view | — | 36d | |
| Single Family | 3 bd / 2 ba | 1,232 | — | Sign in to view | — | 50d | |
| Multi-Family | 4 bd / 3 ba | 1,684 | — | Sign in to view | — | 26d |
Source: OneKey MLS — Woodhaven closed sales, last 180 days. Verify all figures independently before making decisions.
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Expert answers to the most common questions about buying and selling in Woodhaven.
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Why work with Joseph DeVito to buy or sell in Woodhaven?
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Are sellers cutting prices in Woodhaven?
What counts as a price reduction on this page?
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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 Woodhaven Fits Into the Queens Market
Woodhaven’s median sale price of about $768K sits roughly in line with 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 Woodhaven.
Markets Near Woodhaven
The closest Queens communities we track, with their current median sale price, median days on market, and market condition — useful for widening or narrowing a search.
Live OneKey MLS medians from recent closed sales, refreshed daily. Market condition reflects months of supply. Figures describe each market, not any specific home.
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Joseph DeVito has been part of more than 5,000 closed transactions across Nassau County, Suffolk County, Queens, and Brooklyn. As an Associate Broker who is also an attorney, he reads a deal differently than most agents — and when the facts of your Woodhaven deal are in front of him, he knows the contract and title questions worth asking.
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