Auburndale features quiet, tree-lined streets with detached homes and a suburban character. The LIRR Auburndale station provides direct access to Penn Station.
Auburndale features quiet, tree-lined streets with detached homes and a suburban character. The LIRR Auburndale station provides direct access to Penn Station.
Did you know?
Auburndale's quiet streets were named after Auburn, New York, by developer Michael Degnon, who wanted to evoke upstate charm in this corner of Queens.
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Housing cost
$778 / sq ft
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Auburndale offers a solid three-playground lineup that keeps families within walking distance of somewhere to burn off energy. Francis Lewis Playground and Saul Weprin Playground are the marquee names here, both well-maintained with updated equipment. Underhill Playground runs along Kissena Corridor Park, giving that stretch a bit more green breathing room. It's not a park-heavy neighborhood, but what's here covers the basics well for everyday play.
Schools & early education
Auburndale packs serious educational depth — 18 schools spanning elementary through high school, with a mix of zoned public options, Catholic academies, and private institutions. Francis Lewis High School anchors the public side as a neighborhood fixture, while I.S. 025 Adrien Block houses the World Journalism Preparatory program, a standout for families chasing a specialized track. The private landscape includes everything from Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School to William Spyropoulos School, giving families real governance variety to sort through.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Auburndale a good neighborhood for families?
- Auburndale scores 65/100 for families on Motley — ahead of most NYC neighborhoods. The Family Fit score blends safety, schools, parks, cost of living, and community.
- Is Auburndale safe?
- Auburndale scores 72/100 on safety — ahead of most NYC neighborhoods. We build the score from NYPD complaint data, normalized by population.
- How are the schools in Auburndale?
- Auburndale has 12 schools mapped inside its boundary and scores 66/100 for schools — ahead of most NYC neighborhoods.
- Is Auburndale affordable?
- Auburndale scores 58/100 for affordability on Motley — mid-range on cost for the city.
- Which borough is Auburndale in?
- Auburndale is a neighborhood in Queens, New York City.
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