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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in Queens, senior citizen apartments in Queens might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.
A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in Queens and consider their options. With 30 senior rentals in Queens, NY, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale Queens 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in Queens, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.
You may also consider nearby communities such as New York, Brooklyn or Parsons Beach.
Types of care available in Queens, NY
Senior Apartments
Our loved one is doing very well at Harborview Senior Living community, overall it has been a great fit. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would highly recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
I am very satisfied with the service and caring kindness of the staff. My mom has been a resident at Amber court since 2014 she feels safe and enjoys herself there. She is very active in the community It is comforting to know that she is someplace safe and reliable. I have never found it to be anything but the best choice we have made thus far
We like the care at this community. The staff is very nice and we like the staff who are outstanding. The owner is wonderful and my mom really is happy with the care. I like knowing that the community is clean and an older community. The menu is good and they could use some small improvements. I like that they do offer her activities. We would recommend this community for good care for other families.
3900 Shore Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Harborview - Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn..... I would like to say the staff was phenomenal, very attentive to my father's needs and tried to make him feel at home as much as possible for an assistive living...
Licensed by New York State. Dept. of Health. Park like surroundings with lush gardens and expansive sun decks. Close to transportation and shopping. Gourmet kosher cuisine with special diets ac comodated Harbor View offers a wide array of social activities throughout the day. Physical...
431 Beach 20th St, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
My Aunt [Removed] is doing just great at Long Island Living Center. All the staff, right down to the janitors are friendly and welcoming to you. The nursing staff is always right on top of my questions and...
The Long Island Living Center/ Assisted Living Program offers personalized assistance to the frail and elderly residents' giving them a homelike atmosphere. Our home is designed to help meet the physical, emotional and social needs of the elderly in a totally safe community environment. In...
450 Walnut Street, Yonkers, NY 10701
I love this place
Trinity Senior ApartmentsTrinity Senior Apartments senior housing community in Yonkers, Westchester County, NY provides a senior housing community. Our Community rests beautifully in the historic section of Trinity Plaza in a picturesque restored former school. Trinity Senior Apartments remain...
3077 Cross Bronx Expy, Bronx, NY 10465
something of interest
711 Seagirt Ave, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
The tour of the building showed it was well kept, but was not impressed with their apartments but will submit application.
1065 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307
225 E 93rd St, New York, NY 10128
2327 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460
2327 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460
780 East 185th Street, Bronx, NY 10460
780 East 185th Street, Bronx, NY 10460
2260 Barker Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
2260 Barker Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
2540 Barker Ave, Bronx, NY 10467
2540 Barker Ave, Bronx, NY 10467
80-92 Ridge Street, New York, NY 10002
80-92 Ridge Street, New York, NY 10002
165 E 2nd St, New York, NY 10009
55 Maple Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801
215 Union Ave, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
3718 Henry Hudson Pkwy E, Bronx, NY 10463
15 South 5th Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Enclave on 5th Residential LLCThe Enclave on 5th Residential LLC is a newer senior housing community located in the Westchester County city of Mount Vernon, NY. Mount Vernon is located just on the border of New York City and is very populous, yet with a more suburban feel. The city offers many...
64 Lincoln Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801
475 Main St, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
35 Maple Ave, Pelham, NY 10803
The average cost of senior living in Queens is 1,929 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Great Neck Estates, NY with an average of 1,698 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In Queens, New York, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Queens, New York, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Queens offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has few hospitals, including Glen Falls Hospital and Saratoga Hospital.
Vibrant and unique, Queens is known as a patchwork of neighborhoods where residents can enjoy a slower pace of life without compromising on a culturally rich environment. Residents can catch a New York Mets game at Citi Field, feel the sand between their toes along The Rockaways, or sit back and watch the sun set behind the Manhattan skyline in the Gantry Plaza State Park. Seniors can benefit from discounted rates at the Queens Botanical Garden, New York Hall of Science, and the Museum of the Moving Image, among many other attractions.
Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:
If you travel to New York City, chances are that at some point, you’ll find yourself in Queens! The largest in size of NYC’s five boroughs, Queens is one of the most culturally diverse places in the world. It’s also home to the both of the Big Apple’s airports, the U.S. Open tennis tournament, Citi Field where the Mets play, and the beaches and seaside villages of the Rockaways. With a seemingly endless amount of art and history museums, music and ethnic food festivals, and unmistakable icons of New York, Queens distinguishes itself as an enchanting world within a city, an urban marvel with a variety of lifestyle options.
In Queens, senior apartments are communities geared exclusively toward residents 55+ and provide amenities similar to a typical apartment complex. These communities offer older adults an easier lifestyle by taking care of tasks such as yard work and household repairs, but they typically provide limited organized social events and few additional services compared to those offered by independent or assisted living communities.
The median monthly cost of a senior apartment in 2019 was about $1,200 in the New York City metropolitan area and $1,100 in the state of New York. To learn more about the cost of senior apartments in Queens, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
The total household expenses associated with living in Queens are rated 50 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated much higher than the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Grocery | Clothing |
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150 | 182 | 149 | 156 | 149 | 149 |
Income and Housing
Median income age 45-64 | Median income age 65+ | Median household income | Average individual income | Median employee salary | Average property tax | One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate |
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$70,109 per year | $40,579 per year | $62,768 per year | $28,693 per year | $50,139 per year | $6,366 per year | $1,419 per month |
The top hospitals that service Queens include:
NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
NYC Health + Hospitals Elmhurst
Queens has a humid subtropical climate, meaning the county experiences four distinct seasons with plenty of precipitation throughout the year. Summers tend to be hot but are moderated by afternoon sea breezes, whereas winters are cold, wet, and snowy. Given its location near the Atlantic Ocean, Queens is prone to nor’easters with extreme amounts of snow. In warmer seasons, tropical storms and hurricanes usually weaken in the North Atlantic’s cooler waters before reaching New York, or they divert eastward and miss the state. The average humidity level is 61%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 65%.
Seasonal Temperatures
January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
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33°F | 39°F | 27°F |
July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
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77°F | 85°F | 70°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
Median age | Percent of population over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
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39.7 | 16.3% | 2,338,458 | 21,559.8 per square mile | 2.8 |
Race & Ethnicity
American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
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1.3% | 26.9% | 20.7% | 28.2% | 0.2% | 3.0% | 24.9% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Queens County
Democratic | Republican | Other |
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75.5% | 22.1% | 2.4% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Queens include:
Outdoor attractions in Queens:
Queens’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
As part of the New York City metro area, Queens offers many public transportation services via the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA), including subway lines, bus routes, and commuter rail stops on the Long Island Rail Road. The East River Ferry also has a stop in Queens. With countless bike routes, the city works consistently to improve safety and convenience for bicyclists. For seniors, the MTA offers reduced and accessible transportation options.
Cedar Street Commons, Cedar Street Commons and The Pines at Tinton Falls are the top-rated senior apartments near Queens, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 30 senior apartments near Queens, New York. See the full list.
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