BEDS7
BATHS6 full 1 partial
SQUARE FEET4,622
MLS#947356
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SCHOOLQueens 28
Property Description
LUXURY. LOCATION. LEGACY!Exceptional opportunity to own a truly grand residence in the heart of prestigious Forest Hills Gardens. This distinguished home was built by a famed Forest Hills Gardens builder who constructed many of the neighborhood's iconic properties - and chose this home to build for himself, reflecting an extraordinary level of craftsmanship, detail, and pride of ownership.The elegant residence offers a dramatic entry, formal dining room, oversized eat-in kitchen, and a stunning step-down living room with fireplace. Both the living room and kitchen open onto a spectacular wraparound deck for all-summer enjoyment, complemented by a charming outdoor breezeway that enhances the home's unique indoor-outdoor flow. Features include a residential elevator, hardwood floors throughout, wrought iron railings, spiral staircase, abundant closet space, and built-in speakers.Second floor offers 4 bedrooms / 3 baths; third floor provides 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. The finished basement includes multiple rooms, full bath, laundry, and mechanicals. Comfort is enhanced by 4-zone heating and 3-zone central air conditioning. Two-car garage. Approximately 4622 sq. ft. of living space.Bonus: Legal one-bedroom apartment over the garage, currently rented month-to-month and generating excellent income.A rare blend of architectural character, luxury living, and income potential in one of Queens' most iconic neighborhoods - a true legacy property.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Finished, Full, Storage Space
Basement: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 2
Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Home Style: Colonial
Lot Size: 0.10 Acres
Taxes: $28,861
Year Built: 1982
Amenities
Ceiling Fan(s)
Chandelier
Crown Molding
Eat-in Kitchen
Elevator
Entrance Foyer
Formal Dining
Granite Counters
Primary Bathroom
Recessed Lighting
Sound System
Speakers
Storage
Walk-In Closet(s)
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Wired for Sound
Garden
Gas Grill
Rain Gutters
Feature Descriptions
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Community Features: Park, Sidewalks
Days on Site: 25
Elevator: Y
Exterior: Brick
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Formal Dining: Yes
GarageY/N: Yes
Heating Zones: 4
Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Lot Dimensions: 47.33 x 92
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Front Yard, Historic District, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Near School, Near Shops, Private
Number Of Kitchens: 1
On Market Date: 2026-02-12
Parcel Number: 03289-0029
Parking Features: Attached, Covered, Garage, Heated Garage, Private
Patio And Porch: Deck, Terrace
Rental Term: Monthly
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Rooms Total: 19
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Trash Collection Public
Water: Public
Local Schools
High School: Forest Hills High School
Middle School: Jhs 190 Russell Sage
Elementary School: Ps 101 School In The Gardens
School District: Queens 28
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Agency Name: APRE Inc
Agency Contact: 917-515-4704
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Agency Title: Laffey Real Estate
Agency Phone: 1-888-289-6902
31 Puritan Avenue | MLS# 947356
This single family home located at 31 Puritan Avenue, Forest Hills, NY 11375 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $3,158,000. This property was built in 1982 and has 7 bedrooms and 6 full and 1 partial baths with 4622 sq. ft. Puritan Avenue is located within the Queens 28 school district. Search Forest Hills real estate on www.laffey.com today.