Last Modified: April 10, 2026

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Forest Hills Neighborhood Guide

Where Tennis Whites Meet Pastrami

๐ŸงญGenerally defined as the area: Queens Boulevard to the north, Union Turnpike to the south, Flushing Meadows Corona Park to the east, and the Grand Central Parkway cutting along the west

๐Ÿ“ŒWell known for: Tudor homes that cost more than Brooklyn brownstones and are more family friendly too

๐Ÿ‘•You can spot a Forest Hills local by: their Trader Joe's tote and strong opinions on Austin Street parking

๐Ÿ‘Move here if you want: pre war apartment charm, green spaces within reach, and actual restaurant reservations worth making

๐Ÿ‘ŽThe downside to Forest Hills is: the E train express will skip you, housing costs will haunt you

โœจThe overall feel is: country club without the fees

Pros & Cons of Forest Hills

Forest Hills strengths (top 5)

Family FriendlyGood SchoolsPublic TransitLocal EateriesCultural Diversity

Forest Hills tradeoffs (top 3)

Affordable HousingBreweriesNightlife
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Forest Hills Neighborhood DNA

former Manhattanites who want lawns without admitting defeat, commuters who ride the subway and LIRR equally

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Some of the Forest Hills hotspots include: Eddie's Sweet Shop, Forest Hills Gardens, Austin Street, Queens Boulevard, and West Side Tennis Club.
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Moving to Forest Hills - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Queens or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Queens guide for the big-picture view โ€” or compare Forest Hills against other parts of the city in our Queens neighborhood guide.