Queens, NY
Is 31st St / 23rd Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Queens, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1967
Medium998
Low1109
Other2240
85 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape32
Child involved19
Assault4
Other35
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible emergency after a male pulled an emergency brake on the B and D subway line near 174 Street, following a 911 call about a busy condition. | St, Bronx, NY 10460 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are dispatched to investigate a reported odor of gas near West 94th Street by Riverside Drive and West End Avenue in Manhattan. | W 94th St, New York, NY 10025 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male patient is being transported to Lenox Hill hospital with paramedics from units West Side 46 and 67 on board. | E 77th St, New York, NY 10075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical transport is updating about a patient near W 154th St. The patient's blood sugar is being checked. | W 154th St, New York, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency is reported in an alley near West 58th Street and 12th Avenue with units 901 and 903 responding. Access is via left then second right turn; the scene faces the building. | W 58th St & 12th Ave, New York, NY 10019 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an additional call about two men in dark clothing reported as suspicious near 110th Street in the Central Park North area. Units were advised and appear to be checking the situation. | Central Pk N, New York, NY | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers broadcast a confirmed missing elderly person from a residential building near Convent Avenue in New York. The man, who reportedly has dementia and poor mental condition, was last seen at his residence and may attempt to take the A train toward the Canarsie area. | Convent Ave, New York, NY 10031 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a female individual was reported on the northbound platform at 125 St subway station. Units responded, and the call was later marked as a wellness check and then disregarded by phone. | St, East 125th St &, Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10035 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are responding to a patient reported as feeling unwell near 8th Avenue between West 50th and West 51st. | W 50th St, New York, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to the 110th Street subway area for a possible panhandling complaint involving a man reportedly collecting money while wearing a red shirt and a mask. | St-Malcolm X Plaza, New York, NY 10026 | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$2,418,193
Average Rent
$4,282
Vacancy Rate
16.7%
Overview
31st St / 23rd Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in Queens, NY, with a high concentration of small apartment buildings and historic residences.
The neighborhood is notable for its very high renter occupancy and a large share of small one- and two-bedroom units.
Densely UrbanHigh Renter OccupancyHistoric Homes
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 16.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing here is dominated by small apartment buildings with a very high renter occupancy rate and a large share of small units.
| Small 2-4 Unit Apartment Buildings | 54.6% of real estate |
|---|---|
| Renter Occupied Rate | 90.7% |
| Historic Homes (Built 1939 or Earlier) | 57.6% |
What buyers will notice right away
Over 90% of housing is renter occupied, reflecting a transient or rental-focused market.
85.9% of units are one or two bedrooms, among the highest in the U.S.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is college student friendly with strong walkability and a high share of professionals.
College Student Friendly — Rated among the top 5.6% of college-friendly neighborhoods in New York.
Urban Sophisticates — Popular with young professionals and those seeking a walkable urban lifestyle.
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 73.1% |
|---|---|
| Walk to Work | 12.9% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 73.1% |
|---|---|
| Upper-Middle Income | |
| Greek Ancestry | 14.6% |
| Austrian Ancestry | 1.4% |
| Greek Language Spoken at Home | 11.6% |
| Foreign Born | 24.0% |
Commute
Residents rely heavily on train transit and walking, with many facing longer commutes.
Commute data highlights transit accessibility and lifestyle convenience.
Exceptional Transit Use — Over half of residents take the train to work, among the highest nationally.
Walkability — High walk-to-work rate supports a pedestrian-friendly environment.
| Train Commute | 52.2% |
|---|---|
| Walk to Work | 12.9% |
| Drive Alone | 9.7% |
| Main Commute Time | 45 minutes to 1 hour |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in 31st St / 23rd Ave?
The median home price is $2,418,193, more expensive than 95.4% of NYC neighborhoods.
How renter-heavy is the housing market?
About 90.7% of housing is renter occupied, near the highest rates nationally.