38th Ave / Bowne St, Queens
Is 38th Ave / Bowne St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe300
Medium130
Low219
Other628
38 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape13
Child involved12
Assault1
Other12
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, emergency medical services dispatched to 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard, with unit 7605 responding to assist. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units and medics were dispatched to a possible major trauma at the intersection of 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard in Queens, with additional backup requested. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported panhandling incident near 167th–168th Street on a subway line involving a male who is handcuffed and wearing a red shirt and mask. | 168th St, Queens, NY | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units were sent to St. Lawrence Avenue station on the 6 line for a reported homeless man on the downtown platform armed with a knife or machete. A detailed description of the man was broadcast. Later, radio traffic indicated no further units were needed at the station. | St Lawrence Av, Bronx, NY 10472 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units responded to a license plate reader alert near Fourteenth Avenue and the Cross Island Parkway exit in Queens. Radio traffic later referenced a silver Mercedes with a Georgia license plate reportedly wanted in connection with a possible gunpoint vehicle theft traveling toward the Whitestone area. | 14th Ave & Cross Island Pkwy, Queens, NY 11357 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched near 30th Avenue and 41st Street in Astoria for a pet struck. Emergency units responded, with one unit later canceled after EMS was reported en route. | 41st St & 30th Ave., Queens, NY 11103 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported incident where a bus apparently struck a pedestrian near 30th Avenue and 41st Street in Queens. | 41st St & 30th Ave., Queens, NY 11103 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an elderly person was reported near 84th Street at 62nd and 63rd Avenues in Middle Village, Queens. EMS units were dispatched with additional backup and bus support requested. | 62nd Dr & 63rd Ave, Queens, NY 11374 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to Peck Avenue and 218th Street in Queens for a 50-year-old male feeling ill. | 218th St & Peck Ave, Queens, NY 11427 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are dispatched to 57th Road and Yellowstone Boulevard in Queens for a 27-year-old person. | Yellowstone Blvd, Queens, NY | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$618,570
Average Rent
$3,592
Vacancy Rate
5%
Overview
38th Ave / Bowne St is a densely urban neighborhood in Queens with a median home price of $618,570, moderately priced compared to New York overall.
The neighborhood is dominated by apartment complexes, mostly renter-occupied, with a vacancy rate of 5.0%, below the national average.
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Quick Facts
| Bus Commute Rate | 31.7% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Rate | 28.0% |
Housing market and real estate character
38th Ave / Bowne St's housing is almost entirely large apartment complexes, mostly renter-occupied, with many built between 1970 and 1999.
| Small Unit Share (1-2 bedrooms or less) | 86.9% |
|---|---|
| Large Apartment Buildings | 90.9% |
| Vacancy Rate | 5.0% |
| Built 1970-1999 | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood is almost entirely dominated by large apartment buildings.
Vacancy rates below average suggest steady demand for housing.
Families & Lifestyle
38th Ave / Bowne St has a strong sales and service workforce and a diverse, transit-oriented community.
The neighborhood supports a working-class community with many employed in sales and service roles.
Its transit richness and walkability make it convenient for daily commuting.
Sales and Service Workforce — A large share of residents work in sales and service occupations.
Transit-Oriented — High bus and train ridership support a transit-rich lifestyle.
| Sales and Service Workers | Higher than 97.9% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Bus Commute Rate | 31.7% |
Demographics
| Sales and Service Share | 42.4% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 14.5% |
| Income Rank | Below average |
| Foreign Born | 78.6% |
| Top Languages | ["Chinese (50.9%)","English","Korean","Spanish","Tagalog"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (74.2%)","Dominican (2.6%)","Italian (2.1%)","Romanian (1.8%)","Puerto Rican (1.4%)"] |
Commute
Most residents commute by bus, train, or walk, with typical commute times between 45 minutes and one hour.
38th Ave / Bowne St's dense urban setting, transit richness, and diverse workforce make it a unique Queens neighborhood.
Transit Rich — Among the highest bus ridership neighborhoods in the U.S.
Dense Urban Living — One of the most densely populated neighborhoods nationwide.
Diverse Community — High foreign-born population and linguistic diversity.
| Bus Commute Rate | 31.7% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Rate | 28.0% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 19.7% |
| Main Commute Time Range | 45-60 minutes |
Homes for sale near 11354
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in 38th Ave / Bowne St?
The median home price is $618,570, more expensive than 46.4% of New York neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute?
31.7% take the bus to work, which is higher than 99.8% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the rental market like?
Average rent is $3,592, higher than 64.1% of New York neighborhoods.