75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5

75-40 Austin St
Forest Hills

$399,999
Price
2
Beds
898 Sq. Ft.
$445 / Sq. Ft.
898
Sq. Ft.
$445
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

“Light is the language of space.”
— Tadao Ando
Light establishes the character of Residence 5FL. Windows along the perimeter admit daylight that moves across the apartment over the course of the day, defining the rooms through shadow, contrast, and scale rather than ornament. The effect is quiet and measured, allowing the layout itself to remain legible and purposeful. Austin Street has long functioned as the principal commercial corridor of Forest Hills, often compared to Fifth Avenue for its role...“Light is the language of space.”
— Tadao Ando

Light establishes the character of Residence 5FL. Windows along the perimeter admit daylight that moves across the apartment over the course of the day, defining the rooms through shadow, contrast, and scale rather than ornament. The effect is quiet and measured, allowing the layout itself to remain legible and purposeful. Austin Street has long functioned as the principal commercial corridor of Forest Hills, often compared to Fifth Avenue for its role within the neighborhood. Its early 20th-century development was closely tied to the planning of Forest Hills as a suburban community, shaped by new transit connections and a growing commercial district that served residents of Queens and beyond. Michelle Towers is located directly on Austin Street, situating Residence 5FL within this established historical context. The apartment is a two-bedroom, one-bath apartment arranged on a clear and efficient plan. An intimate eat-in kitchen, a layout historically associated with practical residential design, provides a defined space for daily living apart from the main living areas. Set along Austin Street, the apartment reflects a long-standing relationship between residential life and commerce that has defined Forest Hills for more than a century. The building’s proximity to the E and F express lines, as well as local subway service, reflects the same early planning principles that linked Forest Hills’ residential character to efficient transit access and the broader city beyond.
  1. Listed by Richard Del Nunzio • Brown Harris Stevens FH
    P: (718)-520-0303 C: (917)-355-7172 rdelnunzio@bhsusa.com

Property Details for 75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5

City/Township
New York
Architectural Style
Other
Waterfront
No
Pets Allowed
Cats OK, Dogs OK, No Restrictions
LISTING UPDATED: 04/23/2026 02:13 PM

Property Details for 75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5

StatusActive
MLS ID962564
Days on Market95
Pet PolicyAllowed
Taxes-
Maintenance$1,060 / month
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms4.0
Property TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1940
CountyQueens County

Building

75-40 Austin St

96 Units6 StoriesBuilt in 1940
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Location

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Building Information for 75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5

Building/Complex75-40 Austin StFloor5Stories6Residences96Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1940Building Age-

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Principal and Interest

$1,993

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Maintenance/Common Charges

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Property Information for 75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Approval Required: Yes
  • State Or Province: NY
School Information
  • School District: Queens 28
  • Elementary School District: Queens 28
  • Elementary School: Ps 101 School In The Gardens
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Queens 28
  • Middle Or Junior School: Jhs 190 Russell Sage
  • High School District: Queens 28
  • High School: Forest Hills High School
Rental
Rental
  • Lease Considered: No
Taxes and HOA Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 03334-0058-07540-000-00005FL
  • Association: No
Income & Expenses Information
Income & Expenses Information
  • Monthly Estimated Maint Fee: 1060.0
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Other
  • Interior Features: Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven
  • Total Rooms: 4
  • Location Amenities: Other/See Remarks
  • Living Area: 898.00
  • Basement: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Property Features: None
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Construction Materials: Brick
Lot Information
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
Parking
  • Parking Features: None
  • Garage: No
  • Carport: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Radiant, Other
  • Heat Fuel Type: Radiant, Other
  • Sewer: Other
  • Water Source: Other
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Green Features
  • Green Features: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Radiant, Other
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Down Payment Resource: Yes

Property History for 75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 23, 2026

Price Change

ONEKEY #962564

$399,999—
Mar 12, 2026

Price Change

ONEKEY #962564

$449,000—
Feb 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

ONEKEY #962564

$475,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/23/2026

Price Change

ONEKEY #962564

$399,999
03/12/2026

Price Change

ONEKEY #962564

$449,000
02/17/2026

Listed (Active)

ONEKEY #962564

$475,000

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Schools near 75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5

This home is within New York City Geographic District #28.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 101 School In The Gardens
Public - PK to 5
Jhs 190 Russell Sage
Public - 6 to 8
Queens Metropolitan High School
Public - 9 to 12
REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 101 School In The Gardens
PublicPK to 5

Jhs 190 Russell Sage
Public6 to 8

Queens Metropolitan High School
Public9 to 12

REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5, Forest Hills

75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5 is a co-op for sale in Forest Hills. This property was listed for sale on February 17, 2026 by Brown Harris Stevens FH, it's currently listed at $399,999. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District #28. Nearby schools include P.S. 101 School In The Gardens, Jhs 190 Russell Sage and Queens Metropolitan High School. 75-40 Austin Street, Unit 5 is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 898 sqft co-op built in 1940.

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