31 Puritan Avenue • Forest Hills, NY 11375

$3,158,000 Beds: 7 • Baths: 6 full 1 partial • Sq. Feet: 4622 • MLS ID: 947356 • Subdivision:School Dist: Queens 28
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. View this listing at: http://www.laffey.com/lid=184498465

Property Features

  • Garage: 2
  • Taxes: $28,861
  • Basement: Yes
  • Formal Dining: Yes
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Lot Size: 0.10 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 47.33 x 92
  • Heating: Natural Gas,Radiant Floor
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • On Market Date: 2026-02-12
  • Appliances: Dishwasher,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer
  • Basement: Finished,Full,Storage Space
  • Community Features: Park,Sidewalks
  • Elevator: Y
  • Exterior Features: Garden,Gas Grill,Rain Gutters
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Y/N: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood
  • GarageY/N: Yes
  • Interior Features: 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
  • Laundry: In Basement,Laundry Room
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot,Front Yard,Historic District,Landscaped,Near Public Transit,Near School,Near Shops,Private
  • Number Of Kitchens: 1
  • Heating Zones: 4
  • 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
  • Utilities: Trash Collection Public

School Information

  • High School: Forest Hills High School
  • Middle School: Jhs 190 Russell Sage
  • Elementary School: Ps 101 School In The Gardens
  • School District: Queens 28
Printed March 10, 2026


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