Douglaston Homes and Condos for Sale

People have inhabited the area known as Douglaston, Queens, since 2,000 B.C.E. The first known inhabitants were the Matinecock Native Americans and resided there until the arrival of the early Dutch settlers sometime in the mid-1600s. George Douglas purchased the old Wyant Van Zandt Greek Revival mansion which is now home to the members-only Douglaston Club, featuring swimming pools, social activities, and tennis courts. When George Douglas passed away, his son, William Douglas, inherited the estate. He would eventually donate the property's outbuilding to the North Shore Railroad. As a show of gratitude to Douglas, the railroad named the new station house Douglaston.

Being a part of the Queens community, residents owning real estate in Douglaston, New York, enjoy all the great amenities for which New York is well known. There are numerous activities for children in the immediate vicinity. A favorite of those living in Queens is the Queens County Farm Museum which offers tours of its 47 acres of sustainable land. Furthermore, it features excellent educational programs for all ages. There is Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing consisting of 39 acres and offering countless events, an art gallery, and much more. With essential places such as Times Square only minutes away, those who own homes in Douglaston have access to fine dining, high-end resale shops, movie theatres, art and history museums, and much more. Lastly, the education system in the Douglaston area is the best in the city of Queens.

Douglaston real estate varies significantly in size and price depending on for what you're looking. Douglaston co-ops are plentiful, featuring one bedroom and one bath. There are many apartments and condos for sale in this community also. If you prefer something larger, Douglaston has many single-family homes ranging in architectural styles, square footage, numbers of bedrooms and baths, with prices depending on location and year of construction. With all the things Douglaston has to offer, it should be at the top of your list of must-consider locations to visit when looking for a home. If you're interested in buying a home here in Douglaston, New York, please don't hesitate to call us today so we may assist you.