Welcome to 42-01 Newtown Road, a rare opportunity to own a legal two-family home currently configured and enjoyed as a spacious single-family residence in the heart of Astoria. Thoughtfully laid out across three levels, this unique property combines flexibility, functionality, and an unbeatable Queens location. The first floor features an oversized sunlit living room, a generously sized eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet space, and a full bathroom, creating an inviting layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the second level offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, additional closet space, and a full bath. The finished lower level provides valuable bonus space including a recreation area, laundry/boiler room, and separate storage room — perfect for a home office, gym, media room, or guest overflow. Currently utilized as a one-family home, the property retains its legal two-family designation, presenting future owners with excellent flexibility and long-term value potential. Low annual Real Estate Taxes: $5,958 Situated in one of Astoria’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods, residents enjoy immediate access to renowned restaurants, cafes, local bakeries, nightlife, and shopping along Steinway Street, Broadway, and Ditmars Boulevard. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to Astoria Park, featuring waterfront walking paths, tennis courts, running tracks, and spectacular Manhattan skyline views. Commuting is exceptionally convenient with nearby access to the R/M subway lines at Steinway Street and the N/W lines at Astoria Boulevard, offering quick service into Manhattan. Multiple bus routes, easy access to the Grand Central Parkway and BQE, and close proximity to LaGuardia Airport further enhance the location’s accessibility. A rare Astoria offering with flexible use potential, generous living space, and an outstanding location close to everything Queens has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
1,980 sq ftLot Size
$781Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Etan Hakimi• Mitra Hakimi Realty Group LLC
Long Island City, located between the East River waterfront and Sunnyside, is a residential and industrial New York neighborhood with glassy high-rises and converted warehouse blocks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Vernon Boulevard at 50th Avenue, where coffee counters, small galleries, and waterfront bars meet the steady flow of the 7 train. MoMA PS1, The Noguchi Museum, and Socrates Sculpture Park act as cultural pillars with a distinctly Queens point of view. Gantry Plaza State Park frames the skyline with piers, lawns, and the Pepsi-Cola sign. New towers cluster near Court Square, while older brick factories and low-slung studios hold their ground inland.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
First-floor full bathroom
Finished full basement with walk-out access
Total of 5 rooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Refrigerator included
Heating & cooling
Oil heating
No cooling
Exterior features
Brick construction
Not waterfront
Home design
Townhouse
Single-family residence
Living area recorded from public records
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Brick construction
Utilities
Public sewer
Electricity available and connected
Sewer available and connected
Water available and connected
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to 42-01 Newtown Road, a rare opportunity to own a legal two-family home currently configured and enjoyed as a spacious single-family residence in the heart of Astoria. Thoughtfully laid out across three levels, this unique property combines flexibility, functionality, and an unbeatable Queens location. The first floor features an oversized sunlit living room, a generously sized eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet space, and a full bathroom, creating an inviting layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the second level offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, additional closet space, and a full bath. The finished lower level provides valuable bonus space including a recreation area, laundry/boiler room, and separate storage room — perfect for a home office, gym, media room, or guest overflow. Currently utilized as a one-family home, the property retains its legal two-family designation, presenting future owners with excellent flexibility and long-term value potential. Low annual Real Estate Taxes: $5,958 Situated in one of Astoria’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods, residents enjoy immediate access to renowned restaurants, cafes, local bakeries, nightlife, and shopping along Steinway Street, Broadway, and Ditmars Boulevard. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to Astoria Park, featuring waterfront walking paths, tennis courts, running tracks, and spectacular Manhattan skyline views. Commuting is exceptionally convenient with nearby access to the R/M subway lines at Steinway Street and the N/W lines at Astoria Boulevard, offering quick service into Manhattan. Multiple bus routes, easy access to the Grand Central Parkway and BQE, and close proximity to LaGuardia Airport further enhance the location’s accessibility. A rare Astoria offering with flexible use potential, generous living space, and an outstanding location close to everything Queens has to offer.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,983 (+36.2%)
$11,760 + $46,800
$58,560
2024
$2,190 (+14.9%)
$11,760 + $40,620
$52,380
2022
$1,906 (−6.6%)
$11,760 + $47,880
$59,640
2021
$2,040 (+2.6%)
$11,760 + $50,880
$62,640
2020
$1,989 (+9.6%)
$11,760 + $40,140
$51,900
2019
$1,814 (+6.6%)
$11,760 + $44,520
$56,280
2018
$1,702 (−19.5%)
$11,760 + $50,220
$61,980
2017
$2,115 (+8.1%)
$5,205 + $17,367
$22,572
2016
$1,957 (+7.2%)
$5,205 + $17,367
$22,572
2015
$1,825 (+6.5%)
$5,280 + $16,216
$21,496
2014
$1,713 (−45.3%)
$6,812 + $12,892
$19,704
2013
$3,131 (+11.5%)
$6,873 + $11,937
$18,810
2012
$2,808 (+4.3%)
$11,951 + $6,859
$18,810
2011
$2,692 (+4.8%)
$11,005 + $6,909
$17,914
2010
$2,570 (+15.0%)
$10,864 + $6,512
$17,376
2009
$2,234
$7,882 + $8,538
$16,420
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
36 ft.
Lot depth
55 ft.
Lot size
1,980 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1930
Finished Sq. Ft.
—
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,023
Year built
1930
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Queens County
APN
696110
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2026.
R5
Low-Density Contextual Residence District
R5 districts allow a variety of housing at a higher density than permitted in R3-2 and R4 districts. The floor area ratio (FAR) of 1.25 typically produces three-and four-story attached houses and small apartment houses. With a height limit of 40 feet, R5 districts provide a transition between lower- and higher-density neighborhoods and are widely mapped in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx. Portions of Windsor Terrace and Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn are R5 districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational / school
Library
Golf related
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Astoria, NY • 11103
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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32
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Astoria. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 4201 Newtown Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $785,000 and $1,250,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $785K to $1.3M.