Neighborhood Guide
Is 42nd Ave / 196th St 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)
Severe246
Medium102
Low159
Other581
35 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape13
Child involved10
Assault1
Other11
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, fire units are dispatched to a reported fire near Tobin Avenue and Broadway. Company 4 is assigned to respond to the scene. | Tobin Ave, Great Neck, NY 11021 | Fire |
| 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 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, a medical call reports a patient possibly passing out in a private house near Burberry Lane off Fairview Avenue and Tottenville Road in Great Neck. Units 433 and 430 are responding and backing up. | Fairview Ave, Great Neck, NY 11023 | 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 |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a reported three-car motor vehicle accident near Lakeville Road and Union Turnpike in Queens. Multiple companies and units were assigned after the incident was called in by another unit. | Union Tpke & Lakeville Rd, Queens, NY 11040 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$1,143,147
Average Rent
$3,947
Vacancy Rate
1.7%
Population Density
26,733 per sq mile
Overview
42nd Ave / 196th St is a densely urban neighborhood in Queens, NY, with a median home price of $1,143,147 and average rent of $3,947, placing it in the higher price tier.
The neighborhood is dominated by small 2-4 unit apartment buildings, comprising 56.6% of housing, and has a population density higher than 96% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Dense UrbanHigh Price TierSmall Multi-Unit BuildingsDiverse Community
Housing market and real estate character
Housing here is primarily small multi-unit buildings and townhomes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Small Multi-Unit Buildings (2-4 units) | 56.6% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some 2000-present |
What buyers will notice right away
More than half of housing consists of small 2-4 unit buildings, a rare concentration nationally.
Vacancy is low at 1.7%, indicating strong demand and limited supply.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has an upper-middle income population with a diverse ethnic mix and a strong executive workforce.
Diverse Linguistic Community — English is most common language, with significant Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and Italian speakers.
Occupational Mix — Nearly half work in executive and professional roles, with manufacturing and sales also important.
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 45.3% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 31.2% |
| Asian Ancestry | 47.6% |
| Greek Ancestry | 15.7% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 45.3% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Higher than 71.9% of US neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 31.2% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 45.4% |
| Primary Language: English | 30.0% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (47.6%)","Greek (15.7%)","South American (11.2%)","Italian (8.8%)","Irish (5.8%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone, with significant train and carpool commuting.
42nd Ave / 196th St offers a mix of car and transit commuting, with a high share driving alone and strong train use.
High Drive Alone Rate — Over half of commuters drive alone to work.
Strong Train Ridership — 20.2% take the train, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.
| Drive Alone Commute Share | 53.9% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Share | 20.2% |
| Carpool Commute Share | 6.5% |
| Main Commute Time Range | 45-60 minutes |
Homes for sale near 11358
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in 42nd Ave / 196th St?
The median home price is $1,143,147, more expensive than 78.7% of New York neighborhoods.
What type of housing is most common?
Small 2-4 unit apartment buildings make up 56.6% of housing, a higher share than 99% of U.S. neighborhoods.