8740 188th Street, Jamaica, NY, 11423
About This Home
Welcome to this charming detached home located in the highly desirable Jamaica Estates neighborhood. This well-maintained property offers a spacious and versatile layout, perfect for a variety of living needs. The first floor features a bright living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, and a full bathroom. The second floor offers three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The third floor provides additional living space with one bedroom and a full bathroom, ideal for extended living or a home office setup. The fully finished basement adds extra usable space, perfect for recreation or storage. This property also includes a large private driveway, a detached garage, and a spacious backyard, offering ample outdoor space for enjoyment. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, restaurants, supermarkets, and parks.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: In Kitchen
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Attic: See Remarks
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Oil
- Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,908
- Total interior livable area: 1,908 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 099640043
- Special condition: None
Lot
- Lot size: 4,000 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached,Garage,Private
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Queens County and New York
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,574 | $90,888 |
| Home Insurance * | $403 | $4,836 |
| Property Taxes | $936 | $11,232 |
| Electricity | $315 | $3,783 |
| Total | $9,228 | $110,736 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-13 | Listed for sale | $1,498,000 |
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