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Guide to Sunnyside and Woodside: Housing trends, new and completed projects and more
Guide to Sunnyside and Woodside: Housing trends, new and completed projects and more

Jul. 30, 2026 By Ethan Marshall

The cost of living in Sunnyside and Woodside has gone through some interesting trends since June 2024. Additionally, there have been some notable projects started and completed in the neighborhoods so far in 2025.

The average monthly cost of studios in Sunnyside reached a new 2025 high in June, at $2,250, according to a report by M.N.S. Real Estate. Other than a slight decrease from March to April, each month has reflected a steady increase in the cost of rent for these units.

One-bedroom units in Sunnyside have gone through some interesting price trends so far in 2025. The average rent for these units trended down from $2,640 in January to $2,479 in March before rebounding over the next three months. With the June 2025 rent reaching $2,652, there has now been a net rise in the price, despite the initial decrease at the beginning of the year.

Queens Together launches ‘Unofficial US Open Dining Guide’ encouraging fans to sample restaurants along the 7 line

Aug. 20, 2025 By Shane O’Brien

The US Open returns to Flushing Meadows Corona Park this Sunday, with more than 1 million attendees anticipated to take mass transit to the iconic annual tennis event. With hundreds of thousands of fans set to take the 7 out to the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, there is a world of delicious local eateries lying beneath the elevated train tracks should any fan wish to stop en-route to the US Open.

Can Queens’ food scene thrive with both trucks and restaurants?

Aug. 19, 2025 By Jessica Militello

In Jackson Heights at 4 p.m. on a Thursday afternoon, Roosevelt Avenue is buzzing with energy as commuters file in and out of subway cars and onto the street and cars and trucks grapple to get down the busy road. The street is filled with rows of shops and restaurants, along with food carts, street vendors and food trucks along the avenue. The almost-but-not-quite the weekend lag leaves hungry commuters faced with another choice to make throughout their day and the array of food truck options in busy areas like Jackson Heights offers customers convenience and delicious food without breaking the bank, two features that can feel vital, particularly with rising costs of living and pressure from inflation.

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Your guide to new art exhibits and events in Sunnyside

July 3, 2025 By Jessica Militello

The art scene in Sunnyside is more vibrant than ever, and what better way to support local artists than by checking out some of the latest exhibits and events happening in the area. With exhibits that have been on display throughout the summer having their farewell events and new ones unfolding, it’s the perfect opportunity to ring in the new season with the latest art exhibits.

Finding Room to Grow: NYC Apartment Buildings Designed with Families in Mind

Jul. 29, 2025 By Tara Lustberg

Finding family-friendly housing in NYC can be a challenge, especially with the average rent of a two-bedroom apartment in NYC averaging over $5,400 per month, according to apartments.com. According to reports, this is significantly higher (148%) than the national average and has increased by 7% since December 2023. But some properties offer thoughtful amenities for families, making city living seem more manageable.

KORA in Sunnyside crowned Queens’ best bakery by the Queens Chamber of Commerce

The Queens Chamber of Commerce launched the competition on June 13 and invited locals to nominate and vote for their favorite spots, with the Filipino-inspired bakery at 45-12 Greenpoint Ave. emerging as the champion.

“To be named Best Bakery in Queens by the very community that has shaped and sustained us is an honor beyond words,” said co-owners Kimberly Camara and Kevin Boja in a joint statement. “This recognition is more than an award — it is a reflection of shared stories, of heritage passed through hands and hearts and of the quiet power that food holds to connect us. KORA was born from remembrance — of family, culture and tradition; to see it embraced so fully humbles us profoundly.”