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$3,200,000

5-17 51st Ave Long Island City, NY 11101

6 beds
6 full
0.06 acres
Multi-Family

Property details

About 5-17 51st Ave

Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street in the heart of Long Island City, this classic three-story building offers a rare investment opportunity with six well-maintained one-bedroom, one-bath units. The property includes a spacious basement offering ample storage and potential for future amenities. Step into the serene backyard and you'll find mature fig trees that create a peaceful urban oasis - perfect for tenants seeing a slice of nature in the city. Located just minutes from major highways, public transportation, and restaurants, this building offers unbeatable connectivity while maintaining a quiet residential feel. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or convert to a boutique condo project, this Long Island City gem offers incredible potential in a rapidly growing neighborhood

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s)
BasementYes
Lot size0.0574 Acres
Year built1931
MLS #875477

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6
  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Courtyard
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $3,200,000
  • Directions: Use Waze/Google
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Lot Size: 0.0574 Acres
  • MLS Number: 875477
  • MLS Name: ONEKEY2
  • Office Name: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (516) 883-5200

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Nearby schools

7

PS 384

Public District KG-2

0.6 mi

2735 Jackson Ave

8

P.S./I.S. 78Q The Robert F. Wagner, Jr. School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

4809 Center Blvd

5

P.S. 199 Maurice A. Fitzgerald

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

3920 48th Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $113,627. Most Long Island City, NY residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
28%
35k-100k
37%
100k-200k
21%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

67%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
53%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5-17 51st Ave

The listing price of 5-17 51st Ave property is $3,200,000.

The property 5-17 51st Ave is a multi located in Long Island City, New York, 11101.

Active Listing: 5-17 51st Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5-17 51st Ave are: PS 384 (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), P.S./I.S. 78Q The Robert F. Wagner, Jr. School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 199 Maurice A. Fitzgerald (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hunters Point Community Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Growing up Green Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), I.S. 204 Oliver W. Holmes School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Robert F Wagner Jr Secondary School Arts and Technology (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), High School of Applied Communications (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bard High School Early College Queens (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

The year of construction for 5-17 51st Ave is 1931.

This home is located at 5-17 51st Ave in Long Island City, NY and zip code 11101 in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood. Features: 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,200,000.

In June 2025 more than 232 listings in Long Island City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1007 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 715 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Long Island City, NY between May and June 2025 decreased by 4.3%. Listings spent 99 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $881,252 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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