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$799,000

85-40 79th St

Woodhaven, NY, 11421
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3Beds
2Baths
1,412Sqft
$566$/sqft

Listing Notes

Welcome to 8540 79th Street, a beautifully maintained detached single-dwelling home located on a quiet residential block in the heart of Woodhaven. This home offers the perfect balance of peaceful suburban living with unbeatable city convenience. Situated just minutes from Forest Park , residents enjoy easy access to expansive green space featuring trails, playgrounds, and recreational facilities-ideal for outdoor lovers alike. Commuters will appreciate the short distance(approximately 5 minutes) to the J Train - Woodhaven Blvd Station , providing direct and efficient service to Manhattan. Property Highlights: Fully detached single-dwelling home. Spacious layout with multiple bedrooms. Updated kitchen with modern finished. Fully finished basement, perfect for recreation, home office, or extended living space. Large private backyard, ideal for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing. Quiet residential street with nearby shops, supermarkets, and major roadways. This home truly has the nature, transit, and community-making it one of the good places to live in Woodhaven.

Market Insights

Above nearby median+13%

$566/sqft vs a nearby median of $503/sqft.

Nearby median$503/sqft
Nearby properties12
Property size1,412 sqft
  • +13% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
  • Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
  • 1,412 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.

Pricing Read

Yardstick fair value$714k$650k$778k · 50% confidence
vs ask $799k+$85k (+10.6%)

Asking price is about 10.6% above where comps + adjustments land — there is room to negotiate.

$503/sqft median across 6 tight comps × 1,412 sqft= $710k
  • Transit access+$18k +2.5%
  • Pre-war character+$18k +2.5%
  • Visible condition issues−$18k −2.5%
  • Days-on-market gravity−$14k −2.0%
Cumulative NYC adjustments+$4k+0.5%

Property Read

FreshnessVerification recommended

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Market Position+13% vs nearby

The property is priced above the nearby median per square foot, so condition, building quality, and exact location need to justify the higher ask.

Price MovementInitial price point

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Listing Details

Days on market
123 days
Last price change
No change recorded
Listed
Jan 10, 2026
Photos
20 photos
Property type
single family
Status
for sale
Last sold
Dec 23, 2009 · $345,000

Features & Amenities

BasementUpdated KitchenBig YardPrivate BackyardEfficientPlaygroundTrailsGroundscareShopping

Photos

Price History

May 4, 2026Initial record
$799,000for sale

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