Queens, New York
Sunnyside
Sunnyside is a small neighborhood in western Queens between Long Island City and Woodside, known for its garden apartments, Irish and Latin American communities and quick commute.
Local Character & History
Garden apartments, rowhouses and a compact commercial strip give Sunnyside a walkable, neighborhood feel.
Restaurants & Shopping
Queens Boulevard, Skillman Avenue and Greenpoint Avenue hold cafes, bakeries, Irish pubs, Romanian and Latin American restaurants.
Housing
Garden apartments and rowhouses, with prices below Long Island City.
Parks & Recreation
Sunnyside Gardens Park, Lawrence Virgilio Playground and the nearby Gantry Plaza provide open space.
Transportation
The 7 at 40th Street-Lowery Street and 46th Street, plus buses along Queens Boulevard, serve the neighborhood.
Nearby Attractions
- Sunnyside Gardens
- Queens Boulevard
- Skillman Avenue
- Gantry Plaza State Park
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunnyside in Queens?
Yes. Sunnyside is a neighborhood in western Queens.
What is Sunnyside Gardens?
It is a planned garden-apartment community from the 1920s, known for its shared courtyards.