13062 225th St

Neighborhood Character & HousingPredominantly Residential: Laurelton is a largely middle-class, quiet, and family-oriented community. It is distinctly different from the highly dense, urban core of NYC, feeling more like a suburb or a small town.Architectural Style: The area is characterized by single-family homes (including attached and detached), often featuring classic Tudor-style architecture. The neighborhood was modeled after an English village and maintains a sense of charm with well-kept properties and tree-lined streets, sometimes featuring landscaped center malls.Location on 225th Street: The property is located on a street that is typical of Laurelton, surrounded by similarly well-maintained single-family homes. The specific location is near the cross streets of 130th and 131st Avenues.Convenience & TransportationCommuter Friendly: Laurelton is a commuter-friendly neighborhood that provides good access for those who work both locally and in Manhattan.Long Island Rail Road (LIRR): The Laurelton LIRR Station (Far Rockaway and Long Beach branches) is a significant local asset, located conveniently near 225th Street and 141st Road, offering service to Penn Station in Midtown Manhattan.Bus Service: There is robust bus service with stops nearby, such as the Q5 bus at Merrick Boulevard, which is just a short walk away.Roadways: The neighborhood is nestled along the Belt Parkway (Laurelton Parkway) , and is close to the Cross Island Parkway, providing swift access for driving throughout Queens, Long Island, and beyond.Airports: It offers quick, convenient access to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) , which is only about a 10-12 minute drive away.Local Amenities & ShoppingCommercial Corridor: The main commercial spine of the community is Merrick Boulevard , which bisects Laurelton and is where most of the local restaurants and shops are concentrated.Culinary Scene: The local cuisine reflects the diverse population, with several restaurants specializing in Caribbean (West Indian, Jamaican, Guyanese) and other ethnic foods.Parks: Brookville Park is the primary outdoor attraction, covering 90 acres and featuring courts, fields, playgrounds, and fitness equipment.Shopping: While local mom-and-pop stores and a Key Food are available within the neighborhood, Laurelton is also just a short drive from major retail centers like the Green Acres Mall in neighboring Valley Stream, Long Island.