This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in the historic Woodhaven neighborhood of Queens, NY, exemplifies early 20th-century architectural style with its gabled roof and inviting front porch. Built likely in the early 1900s, the house combines vintage aesthetics with modern upgrades including a sleek kitchen with stainless steel appliances and hardwood floors throughout. Recently maintained and functional, it offers a private backyard ideal for relaxation or entertaining. Conveniently located near Forest Park and public transit hubs, this home balances suburban serenity with city accessibility. Listed at $725,000, it provides comfortable living on a moderate plot, perfect for families valuing location and character.

Historic American Houses Exterior

A row of charming historic American homes illustrates a blend of architectural styles with gable and gambrel roofs. The house in the center displays grayish-blue siding with white trim around the windows and porch roof, lending a classic and clean appearance. The entrance is accessed by steps with wrought iron railings, enclosed by a brick and iron fence that adds a formal border to the front yard. To the left is a daycare with a vibrant colorful fence, while the neighboring homes have softer beige and yellow hues with distinct overhangs, shutters, and awnings, reflecting early 20th-century design details.

Backyard Patio and Garden

A spacious concrete patio occupies the foreground, providing a smooth, clean surface ideal for outdoor activities and gatherings. A modest outdoor dining table with four wooden chairs and a red-and-white striped umbrella invites casual dining or relaxation. A black grill is positioned next to the table for easy barbecue access. The surrounding fencing is white chain-link, partly covered by climbing greenery, offering privacy while allowing light. Lush green grass and well-maintained trees, including tall evergreens and a vibrant purple-leafed tree, soften the space. A compact gray storage shed sits at the courtyard’s far end, blending function with the tidy aesthetics of this cozy backyard retreat.

Backyard Patio and Lawn

A paved concrete patio area sits directly behind a blue two-story house with white trim windows, providing an open and low-maintenance outdoor space. A small rectangular table with an umbrella and two chairs is placed on the patio for casual seating. To the right, a well-maintained grassy lawn stretches beside a light gray storage shed with a sloped roof. A white chain-link fence runs along the perimeter, lined with neatly trimmed evergreen shrubs and larger trees with dark reddish-purple foliage, adding privacy and natural beauty to the yard. Clear blue skies complete the sunny setting.

Entryway and Living Area

A spacious entryway leads into an open living area with rich, medium-toned hardwood flooring throughout. The walls are painted in a soft, neutral beige-gray, enhancing the brightness created by multiple LED recessed lights and a modern circular flush-mount ceiling light. The wooden staircase along the left side has dark iron spindle balusters and a sturdy wooden handrail, continuing the warm wood theme. White baseboards and crown molding add a crisp architectural detail. A wide opening connects this space to an adjacent room with a window, suggesting a flexible, flowing floor plan typical of contemporary and transitional interior styles.

Living Room and Entryway

Spacious living room flows seamlessly into an adjoining sitting area, separated by a subtle raised trim step. The floors are warm-toned hardwood extending throughout both rooms, contrasting softly with pale gray walls and crisp white baseboards and crown molding. Recessed ceiling lights and a central modern flush mount fixture provide ample illumination. To the right, a richly stained wooden front door features an oval decorative glass inset with intricate patterns, adding character. Multiple large windows in the secondary space invite natural light, highlighting the clean, contemporary yet classic aesthetic of the entry and living areas.

Living Room and Entryway

The space includes an open living room flowing into a slightly raised area near the large windows. Natural light floods the room through the wide front windows, highlighting the warm-toned hardwood floors. Soft gray walls create a neutral backdrop, complemented by white trim and baseboards. The entry door is wooden with an oval, ornamental glass insert, adding character. Alongside the door, a radiator cover harmonizes with the traditional style. The staircase features wooden steps, white risers, and wrought iron balusters with a wooden handrail, adding a classic touch to the modern, clean-lined environment.

Open Living Area and Kitchen View

A spacious open floor plan connects the living area with the kitchen at the back. Two types of flooring create subtle zones: light-toned laminate near the windows and honey-toned hardwood extending into the adjoining space. Walls are painted a soft neutral gray with crisp white trim and crown molding for a clean, modern aesthetic. Recessed lighting accents the ceiling along with two flush-mounted round ceiling lights for ample illumination. Visible wooden staircase with dark railing spindles adds warmth and contrast, while the kitchen doorway invites through to stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a central island with bar stools.

Bathroom Corner Details

A compact bathroom space with a clean and modern aesthetic. The lower walls are covered with white subway tiles arranged in a horizontal brick pattern, accented by a horizontal band of rectangular mosaic tiles in shades of gray, brown, and beige that adds visual interest. The upper wall is painted light gray, complementing the tile colors. Fixtures include a white toilet and a rectangular white sink with a single-lever chrome faucet mounted on a dark wood cabinet. Above the sink hangs a large, round mirror, and a small frosted window brings natural light into the room. A glass shelf with metal supports provides functional storage near the window.

Modern Kitchen Island

The kitchen presents a bright, airy layout dominated by soft gray cabinetry paired with sleek stainless steel appliances including a large French door refrigerator and built-in microwave. A central island with a white countertop serves as a focal point and practical workspace, accented by two black wooden chairs for casual seating. Warm, wood-like flooring adds natural texture and contrast against the neutral cabinetry and white walls. Above the sink, a wide window allows natural light to stream in, enhancing the clean, contemporary aesthetic. The cabinetry includes both solid and glass-front doors, offering a balanced mix of storage and display. A white paneled door and fire extinguisher tucked neatly into a recessed nook hint at functional household features seamlessly integrated within the design.

Kitchen Island & Appliances

A central kitchen island with a smooth white countertop stands prominently, surrounded by cabinetry painted in a soft gray tone that complements the stainless steel appliances. The stove and microwave offer a modern touch, while glass-fronted upper cabinets add depth and display space above the counter. The hardwood flooring extends through the kitchen and into the adjoining dining and living areas, creating a warm contrast to the cooler cabinetry tones. A simple modern chandelier hangs over the transitional space linking the kitchen to the rest of the home, emphasizing an open, airy flow between rooms.

Kitchen and Dining View

The kitchen area is designed with a soft gray and white color palette, featuring gray cabinetry with modern silver handles and white marble-look countertops. The kitchen island stands centrally with ample storage and a smooth surface ideal for meal preparation. Light wood flooring runs throughout, connecting the kitchen to the adjacent dining and living areas, enhancing the open-concept feel. A simple chandelier hangs in the dining space, complementing recessed lighting embedded in the ceilings. The dining room walls are painted in a calm blue, adding subtle color contrast while large windows at the far end invite natural light. The entry door to the left and a pantry or closet door add functional elements to the layout.

Upstairs Hallway

The upstairs hallway features soft gray walls paired with crisp white trim and baseboards, creating a modern yet classic ambiance. The floor transitions from a warm wood-look plank flooring in the hallway to a herringbone patterned hardwood in the adjacent room, visible through an open doorway. A dark wooden railing accented with black balusters guards the staircase below, adding a touch of traditional craftsmanship to this transitional space. A single window fitted with white blinds allows natural light to filter in, brightening the muted tones of the wall and ceiling, which is tiled in a white grid pattern.

Empty Bedroom Corner

Soft beige walls enclose a corner of a room with two closed white paneled doors. A light fixture with a round shape and warm illumination sits flush against the white paneled ceiling. The floors showcase a classic parquet wood pattern bordered with a darker wood inlay, adding warmth and historic character. A white radiator cover sits beneath the window valley on the right, hinting at natural light entering the space. White baseboards and door trims provide a clean, contrasting outline against the muted wall tone, presenting a simple yet elegant vintage charm.

Small Bedroom Corner

The room is compact with walls painted in a soft lavender shade that creates a calm and serene atmosphere. The ceiling is covered in a white tile grid pattern, adding subtle texture and a vintage touch. A wooden single bed with simple slatted headboard is placed against the wall, topped with a mattress featuring a geometric pattern in light blue and gray tones. The floor has rich hardwood planks, polished to a warm shine that contrasts nicely with the cool wall color. A white-trimmed window with blinds allows natural light, with an outdoor view of green siding. White baseboards and a radiator below the window complete the classic, modest aesthetic.

Bathroom Vanity and Tub

Soft gray cabinetry with traditional paneled drawer fronts supports a wide white countertop and undermount sink, topped by a large, illuminated mirror with integrated vertical lights. A polished chrome faucet and hardware add a sleek metallic touch. The walls are adorned halfway up with marble subway tiles, transitioning to white paint above. The shower-bathtub combo is enclosed with clear glass sliding doors, surrounded by large white subway tiles arranged in a brick pattern. A window in the shower area lets in natural light, while the floor showcases gray stone-like tiles in a rectangular format. Botanical prints on the wall introduce a subtle natural element, complemented by warm wooden door tones.

Bedroom Corner

Two large double-hung windows with white trim allow for an abundance of natural light and offer a clear view of neighboring homes and greenery. Between them stands a wooden dresser with a rounded top mirror, displaying a warm honey finish in contrast to the white walls. The hardwood floor is rich with a golden brown tone and distinctive grain patterns. The white radiator covers beneath each window add a vintage charm and blend with the neutral wall color, while the ceiling features a patterned tile design that adds subtle texture and character to the otherwise simple room.

Bedroom Closet Wall

Polished hardwood floors with rich, warm tones extend across the space, complementing the large built-in wooden closet cabinets that run along one wall. The closet doors showcase a vintage mid-century modern style with natural wood grain and simple round knobs. Walls and ceiling are painted crisp white, creating a bright, clean contrast with the wood. Ceiling tiles arranged in a grid pattern are fitted with modern circular recessed lights providing ample illumination. Minimalist architectural lines emphasize openness, and natural light filters through a window near a wooden dresser, enhancing the room’s airy, timeless ambiance.

Bedroom with Wood Accents

The room has a polished hardwood floor that adds warmth against the light gray painted walls and ceiling tiles arranged in a grid pattern. Natural light floods in from two adjacent windows, framed with classic white trim. Below each window are radiator covers with perforated metal panels, blending function and subtle vintage charm. A wooden dresser with a matching mirror set stands between the windows, echoing the wood tone of the large built-in closet doors that extend nearly floor to ceiling. The space is clean, simple, and inviting with a mix of traditional wood elements and neutral contemporary colors.

Basement Room

The space presents a clean, minimalist finished basement with stark white walls and ceiling, creating a bright and open atmosphere. The floor stands out with a distinctive black-and-white checkerboard tile pattern, adding visual interest and a retro flair. Structural support columns run along the center of the room, painted white to blend with the walls. Small windows near the ceiling hint at the basement’s below-ground level. Simple wall-mounted light fixtures illuminate the room evenly. Double doors at one end suggest built-in storage or an entry to another section, maintaining the streamlined simplicity of the design.

Laundry Room

A compact laundry room with a clean, minimalist design. Two white appliances, a washing machine and dryer, are centered against the back wall beneath a small, square window with security bars outside. The walls are painted bright white, enhancing the room’s clarity and brightness. The floor uses large black and white checkered tiles, adding a classic yet bold contrast to the pristine walls and appliances. A modern ceiling light hangs overhead, providing ample illumination. Simple doors with round metal knobs flank the room, lending a utilitarian and functional feel to the space.

Listing Agent: Lisa Joa-Shek of Keller Williams Realty Gold Coast via Zillow