Last Modified: April 10, 2026

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Hollis Neighborhood Guide

Where Run-DMC Raised Queens

๐ŸงญGenerally defined as the area: Roughly between 184th Street to the west, Springfield Boulevard to the east, Hillside Avenue to the north, and Jamaica Avenue to the south, bleeding into St. Albans

๐Ÿ“ŒWell known for: Birthplace of Run DMC and pristine front lawns

๐Ÿ‘•You can spot a Hollis local by: They actually know their neighbors and where the good Caribbean eats are

๐Ÿ‘Move here if you want: A driveway in NYC without the commute

๐Ÿ‘ŽDon't say we didn't warn you about: The F train stopping short at 179th Street

โœจThe overall feel is: Typical suburban Queens with diverse flair

Pros & Cons of Hollis

Hollis strengths (top 5)

Family FriendlyCultural DiversityGood SchoolsPeaceful & QuietGreen Space

Hollis tradeoffs (top 3)

BreweriesArt SceneNightlife
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Hollis Neighborhood DNA

Run DMC pilgrims and prospective homeowners sick of paying rent

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Some of the Hollis hotspots include: Hollis LIRR Station, Jamaica Avenue, and Hollis Playground.
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Moving to Hollis - 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 Hollis against other parts of the city in our Queens neighborhood guide.