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Welcome to The Amherst Building: A Prime Location Opportunity
Discover the exceptional lifestyle offered by The Amherst, situated in a coveted, quiet neighborhood just off Paseo Park on 34th Street. This prime location blends tranquility with remarkable convenience, placing you steps away from vibrant community highlights.
The Amherst stands just up the block from Travers Park, a perfect spot for outdoor relaxation and recreation, and mere moments from the lively Farmers Market held every Sunday. This pet-friendly building welcomes your furry companions and offers the flexibility of subletting after two years, subject to board approval.
Unmatched Accessibility
Transportation options abound, making commuting effortless. Residents enjoy close proximity to multiple subway lines including the R, M, F, E, and 7 trains, alongside bus routes Q32, Q33, Q49, and the Q70 shuttle directly to La Guardia Airport. This connectivity ensures easy access to all parts of the city and beyond.
Additional Details
Quiet, no-parking street enhances peaceful living
Pet-friendly environment aubject to board approval
Subletting allowed after two years with board approval
Proof of Funds or Pre-Qualification documents required for viewings
Experience the best of city living combined with community charm at The Amherst. To schedule a viewing, please submit your financial documentation. Your new home in this exceptional location awaits.
For sale
Price cut: $25K (8/2)
$305,000
34-40 78th St #1E, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
1beds
670sqft
Stock Cooperative, Residential
Built in 1951
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$455/sqft
$741/mo HOA
What's special
Quiet no-parking street
- 70 days
- 160
- 8
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
LAFFEY REAL ESTATE 516-627-4343,
Erica Long 805-551-4968
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 980846
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 670
- Total interior livable area: 670 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage, Off Site
- Has garage: Yes
Details
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Stock Cooperative, Residential
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Trash Collection Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $741 monthly
Location
- Region: Jackson Heights
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $455/sqft
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 116 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,384/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/2/2026 | Price change | $305,000-7.6%$455/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $330,000$493/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Listing removed | $330,000$493/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Price change | $330,000-2.9%$493/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $340,000$507/sqft |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Jackson Heights
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ps 69 Jackson Heights
- Middle: Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer
- High: William Cullen Bryant High School
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





