Moving to Holliswood, Queens NY — Complete Relocation Guide 2026

Everything newcomers need to know before moving to Holliswood

Thinking about relocating to Holliswood, Queens? You're in good company. Holliswood has consistently attracted families, young professionals, and multi-generational households looking for quality housing with genuine community character and strong transit access.

Cost of Living in Holliswood

Income source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 | Population: CityNeighborhoods / U.S. Census ACS

What Holliswood Is Like

Holliswood's 68% single-family home rate and 358-acre Cunningham Park backyard are as suburban as New York City gets.

Cunningham Park's 358 acres form Holliswood's entire eastern border — residents can walk directly from residential streets into one of Queens' largest natural parks.

Parks & Recreation

• Cunningham Park (358 acres, direct border)
• Holliswood Park
• Braddock Ave Greenspace

Local Landmarks

• Cunningham Park (358 acres)
• St. John's University (Queens campus, nearby)
• Jamaica Estates border

Getting Around Holliswood

Transit options: F Train nearby (Jamaica–179 St), LIRR Hollis Station, Q2. Average commute to Manhattan: 40 minutes.

Practical Moving Checklist for Holliswood

1. Update your address: USPS change of address, DMV (NY requires update within 10 days of moving), IRS, employer, bank, voter registration
2. Utilities setup: ConEd for electricity, National Grid for gas; call 2 weeks before move-in
3. Sanitation: NYC Sanitation handles trash/recycling — check your pickup days at NYC DSNY
4. Schools: Register at your local district office with proof of address; school year starts early September
5. Library card: Queens Public Library has branches throughout Holliswood — free access to books, internet, and community programs
6. Community boards: Queens has 14 community boards; look up yours to stay informed on local issues

ZIP Codes in Holliswood

The ZIP code(s) for Holliswood is: 11423.

Finding a Home in Holliswood

Gadura Real Estate has helped dozens of families relocate to Holliswood and surrounding Queens neighborhoods. We offer free relocation consultations and can connect you with preferred vendors for moving, inspection, and legal services.

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