If you’ve been dreaming about raising your family in a neighborhood where children still play outside, neighbors know each other by name, and your morning commute doesn’t require sacrificing precious family time, this extraordinary Tudor home in Forest Hills Gardens deserves your attention.
Listing: 85 Greenway Ter, Forest Hills Gardens, NY 11375
Beds: 5
Baths: 5
Sq Ft: 5,787
Price: $3,850,000
Set on one of the most picturesque streets in the Gardens, directly overlooking Flagpole Green, this is a one-of-a-kind semi-detached Fieldstone townhouse. “This classic Tudor isn’t just a beautiful home—it’s the kind of place where family memories are made,” says Linda Weiss, Associate Broker at Terrace Sotheby’s International Realty.
A Home That Grows With Your Family
With nearly 5,800 square feet spread across four levels, this five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath residence offers something every growing family needs: space.
Whether you’re welcoming a new baby, hosting grandparents for the holidays, creating a dedicated playroom, or finally giving everyone their own bedroom, this home adapts to every stage of family life. Three of the bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms, making busy mornings far easier when everyone is getting ready at once.
The home’s thoughtful layout also gives parents flexibility. One bedroom can easily become a home office for remote work, a nursery, or even a home gym.
Where Everyday Life Feels Special
Some homes have beautiful rooms. Others have rooms you’ll actually use.
Picture cozy winter evenings gathered around the original wood-burning fireplace while the kids read books or watch a movie. Imagine hosting Thanksgiving dinner in the formal dining room, birthday parties spilling into the sunroom, or summer afternoons with the doors open to the garden patio while children play outside.
The oversized eat-in kitchen becomes the heart of the home—the place where homework gets done, snacks are shared after school, and everyone naturally gathers before heading off to soccer practice or piano lessons.
With multiple entertaining spaces, everyone can find a place to relax without ever feeling crowded.
Natural Light Makes Every Day Brighter
One of the home’s most remarkable features is how much sunlight pours in throughout the day.
Large windows overlook beautifully landscaped gardens from nearly every room, while the skylight on the top floor fills the center of the home with natural light. The primary suite even includes a private terrace—the perfect spot for morning coffee before the rest of the house wakes up.
Why Families Love Living Near Flagpole Green
Location matters, especially when you have children.
Living directly across from Flagpole Green means your front yard extends far beyond your property line. After school, kids have open green space to run and play. On weekends, families gather for picnics, neighborhood events, and impromptu playdates.
One of the most beloved traditions is the annual Forest Hills Gardens Children’s Day, where families come together for games, activities, and community celebrations. Also each June, the entire Forest Hills Community gathers for Flag Day, where officials, veterans, and the local Scouts Troop honor and commemorate our nation’s heritage. Imagine simply walking across the street to join the festivities each year.
Walkable Living Makes Parenting Easier
One of the biggest surprises for many families moving to Forest Hills Gardens is just how walkable daily life becomes.
Need pizza after soccer practice? It’s a short stroll.
Want to meet a friend for tea? Prince Tea House is nearby.
Date night? Jade Restaurant is just minutes away.
Looking to squeeze in a workout? The neighborhood gym is within walking distance.
Weekend tennis or simply enjoying the neighborhood’s historic charm? The West Side Tennis Club is just around the corner.
Austin Street offers everything from neighborhood restaurants and coffee shops to boutiques and everyday conveniences—all without needing to get in the car.
A Commute That Gives You More Time at Home
For working parents, location isn’t only about schools and parks—it’s also about time.
Being just a few blocks from Forest Hills Station Square and the Long Island Rail Road makes commuting into Manhattan remarkably convenient. Less time commuting means more time at breakfast, more evenings at home, and fewer rushed mornings.
It’s one of the reasons so many families choose Forest Hills: you can enjoy the space and tranquility of a residential neighborhood without giving up easy access to the city.
Character You Simply Can’t Recreate
Homes like this rarely become available.
Original hardwood floors, handcrafted moldings, soaring 10-foot ceilings, a beautiful Fieldstone exterior, and timeless Tudor architecture give this residence a warmth and character that’s difficult to find in newer construction.
Even the detached two-car garage, generous basement storage, and beautifully landscaped gardens add practical conveniences that busy families truly appreciate.
More Than a House
The best family homes aren’t simply measured by square footage.
They’re measured by birthday parties in the dining room, holiday mornings by the fireplace, afternoons spent on the Green, easy walks to school and dinner, and the countless little moments that become lifelong memories.
This exceptional Tudor in Forest Hills Gardens offers all of that—and one of the neighborhood’s most coveted locations.
For families looking for space, charm, community, and convenience, opportunities like this don’t come around often.
