Queens, NY

Is Arverne East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe117

Medium74

Low48

Other322

6 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape1

Child involved0

Assault0

Other5

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, a medical emergency involving chest pain was reported near Henry Street between Mott Avenue and Maiden Lane in Inwood. Unit 3-191 responded and arrived on scene.	Henry St, Inwood, NY 11096	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to the area of Broadway and Columbia in Lawrence for a report of a seven-year-old child having difficulty breathing. Multiple medical units were assigned to respond.	Columbia Ave & Broadway, Cedarhurst, NY 11559	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, responders discussed notifying environmental agencies about a reported active leak behind a property on Barrett Road in Lawrence, New York, with a request to expedite their response the following morning.	Barrett Rd, Lawrence, NY 11559	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a medical emergency near Cedarhurst Avenue and Fifth Avenue in Cedarhurst.	5th Ave & Cedarhurst Ave, Cedarhurst, NY 11516	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for hypertension involving an elderly patient was reported near Cedarhurst Avenue, Hudson Place, and Fifth Avenue.	Cedarhurst Ave & Hudson Ave, Cedarhurst, NY 11516	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported bleeding trauma in a parking lot behind a business near Central Avenue and Rockaway Turnpike in Lawrence, with one unit on scene and a backup unit requested.	Rockaway Tpke & Central Ave, Lawrence, NY 11559	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders dispatched to a possible low oxygen incident near Bay Boulevard between Richard Street and Vernon Avenue in Atlantic Beach. Units ABR and 3299 assigned, signal 9.	Bay Blvd, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units respond to a patient with difficulty breathing near a black Jeep at the Nissan dealership near Burnside Avenue and Henry Street in Inwood. The vehicle reportedly has hazard lights on and may be in the parking lot.	Burnside Ave, Inwood, NY 11096	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible medical trauma at a camp near Cross Bay Boulevard and 163rd Avenue in Howard Beach. Multiple Queens units were asked to load a bus and respond, but the call was later canceled for the primary unit.	163rd Ave & Cross Bay Blvd, Queens, NY 11414	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible small brush fire against a fence near Prospect Avenue and Cedar Lane in the Cedarhurst area, with local fire units responding and arriving on scene.	Prospect Ave & Cedar Ln, Woodmere, NY 11598	Fire

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Median Home Price

$963,883

Average Rent

$2,145

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Arverne East is a coastal neighborhood in Queens, NY, known for its nautical character and dense urban setting. It features mostly apartment complexes and high-rise buildings, with nearly all housing renter-occupied.

The neighborhood has a tight housing market with a low vacancy rate of 1.8%, and median home prices above most NYC neighborhoods. It has a diverse population with significant Sub-Saharan African ancestry and multiple languages spoken.

CoastalDensely UrbanHigh Rental Occupancy

Quick Facts

Population Density	High

Housing market and real estate character

Arverne East's housing stock is dominated by apartment complexes and high-rise buildings, with nearly all units renter-occupied. The housing supply is tight due to low vacancy rates.

Rental Occupancy	100.0%
Apartment Complexes/High-Rise Share	94.3%
Housing Age (1970-1999)	Majority

What buyers will notice right away

Almost all housing units are renter-occupied, which is uncommon compared to most neighborhoods.

Housing is mostly in large apartment complexes or high-rises, offering a unique urban lifestyle.

Families & Lifestyle

Arverne East has a high concentration of single mother households and a significant child poverty rate, reflecting social challenges in the community.

Nautical and Urban Character — The neighborhood's coastal location and dense urban environment create a distinctive seaside atmosphere.

Single Mother Households	Higher than 99.9% of U.S. neighborhoods
Child Poverty Rate	55.0%

Demographics

Per Capita Income	Lower than 99.1% of U.S. neighborhoods
Occupational Mix	59.5% clerical/assistant/tech support; 15.1% executive/professional
Sub-Saharan African Ancestry	19.1%
African Languages Spoken at Home	5.1%
Foreign Born	10.8%

Commute

Residents have varied commute modes with a significant share using public transit, including buses and trains.

Arverne East offers strong public transit options with high bus and train usage, though many residents still drive alone. Commute times tend to be longer than average.

Public Transit Access — Exceptional bus and train ridership compared to most U.S. neighborhoods.

Car Usage — One-third of residents drive alone, reflecting mixed transit and car dependency.

Commute Duration — Most residents have commutes between 45 minutes and one hour.