What are the hidden costs of living in Elmhurst?

Higher utility bills from older building infrastructure. Potential parking fees or lack of parking in the area. Additional costs for maintaining pets in apartment buildings.

Who is Elmhurst best for?

Elmhurst is best for: Renters, Students, Families, Commuters.

What is the median home price in Elmhurst?

The median home price in Elmhurst is approximately $698,200.

Is Elmhurst walkable?

Elmhurst has a Walk Score of 53 out of 100. Some errands can be done on foot.

What are the downsides of living in Elmhurst?

Housing costs are high—median rent $1,835, median income $67,489. Some parts of the neighborhood have elevated crime rates. Noise from traffic and nearby trains is common. Green space is limited compared to other Queens areas.

How are the schools in Elmhurst?

Elmhurst has a school rating of 9/10. Schools are highly rated.

What is the commute like from Elmhurst?

The average commute from Elmhurst to Midtown Manhattan, NY is approximately 15 minutes.

Elmhurst, NY

Elmhurst · Queens County · NY 11373

Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$698K

Median Price

53/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

15 min

to Midtown Manhattan, NY

Score Breakdown

FAffordability

15/100

D+Safety

55/100

ASchools

90/100

DQuietness

40/100

ACommute

100/100

D+Walkability

53/100

WYLT Score59/100

Our Take

Elmhurst offers great walkability and solid transit to Midtown, plus strong schools and a diverse community. However, housing costs are high relative to income and noise/traffic can be a problem. If you can afford the rent or mortgage, it can work, but many will find it a stretch.

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The Good

✓Excellent walkability (Walk Score 96).
✓Short 15‑minute ride to Midtown Manhattan.
✓Highly rated public schools (average 7.4, many 9‑rated).
✓Large Asian and Hispanic population adds cultural diversity.

Real Talk

!Housing costs are high—median rent $1,835, median income $67,489.
!Some parts of the neighborhood have elevated crime rates.
!Noise from traffic and nearby trains is common.
!Green space is limited compared to other Queens areas.
$Higher utility bills from older building infrastructure.
$Potential parking fees or lack of parking in the area.
$Additional costs for maintaining pets in apartment buildings.

Best For

RentersStudentsFamiliesCommuters

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeModerate

Property crimeModerate

Air qualityModerate

Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Elmhurst, NY

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100

High riskVery safe

⚠️Violent Crime

Moderate

3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime

Moderate

19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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