If you want to raise a family in New York City, consider living in Forest Hills. Here are some of the best attributes of this charming Queens neighborhood.
Space
You can find lots of space in Forest Hills. In addition to beautiful Tudor and Colonial style private homes, it is possible to find intimate low-rise brick buildings with beautifully manicured courtyards. Also, luxury buildings with full-service amenities and pets welcome apartments in Forest Hills compare favorably with any you might find in Manhattan.
Schools
Forest Hills has both public and private schools that rank very high among New York City schools. Many are within easy walking distance of children’s homes. A wide range of educational and recreational after-school activities provide well-rounded days for students.
Parks and Activities
Forest Hills provides residents access to beautiful, lush parks, including the sprawling, Forest Park, which contains a vast range of plant species and a prominent children’s carousel. Forest Hills Stadium, the original home of the U.S. Open, is now one of the most notable concert venues in the world. Tennis enthusiasts come from surrounding areas to lessons and many family-friendly restaurants make it easy to sample a wide variety of international cuisines.
Transportation
Forest Hills residents who work in Manhattan have one of the fastest commutes in the city. Multiple subway lines can reach mid-town in under 30 minutes. The Long Island Railroad has a station stop right outside the gated Forest Hills Gardens enclave. A train can get to Manhattan’s Penn Station in around 15 minutes for less than the price of a daily lunch.
Shopping
Forest Hills residents can easily stroll through one of the neighborhood’s side streets to visit a variety of boutique shops and grocers. The largest shopping mall in Queens is just a few minutes away by subway.
For many families, living in New York City means making several lifestyle compromises. However, if you live in Forest Hills, you can have it all.
