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34-48 81st Street
Last updated on Dec 18, 2025

The Chateau,
34-48 81st Street

Historic 1922 French Renaissance co-op featuring twelve brick buildings with mansard roofs surrounding a block-long private garden. Spacious pre-war residences with 9.5-foot ceilings and period details, steps from multiple subway lines and Jackson Heights' vibrant dining scene.

34-48 81st Street Location Map

Overview of The Chateau at 34-48 81st Street

The Chateau, designed by architect Andrew J. Thomas in 1922, is a distinguished co-op complex in Jackson Heights consisting of twelve brick buildings, each operating as an individual cooperative. The buildings showcase French Renaissance architecture with distinctive features including Flemish bond brick façades, elegant limestone entrances, and dramatic slate mansard roofs with finials.

A defining feature of The Chateau is its block-long interior garden with manicured landscaping stretching between 80th and 81st streets. The complex is notable for its spacious pre-war apartments featuring high 9.5-foot ceilings, inlaid oak floors, and classic architectural details such as wood-burning fireplaces, formal dining rooms, and oversized windows. The buildings typically offer two apartments per floor.

Located in the Jackson Heights Historic District, The Chateau provides residents with amenities including elevator service, live-in superintendents, basement storage, and laundry facilities. The pet-friendly complex maintains strict co-op policies, including a 25% down payment requirement and no subletting allowance.

The location offers exceptional access to urban amenities, situated less than a block from Paseo Park's 34th Avenue Open Street and near Travers Park's playground and year-round greenmarket. Transportation options are abundant, with proximity to the 7, E, F, M, and R subway lines, bus service, the BQE, and LaGuardia Airport. The area features diverse dining options along 37th Avenue and is convenient to Flushing Meadows Corona Park, the USTA Tennis Center, and Citi Field.

Doorman
None
Type
Co-op
Year Built
1922
Apartments
Floors
5
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Courtyard
  • Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Historic District
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at Roosevelt Ave 0.34 miles
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Pros & Cons

  • Historic 1922 French Renaissance architecture with distinctive features
  • Spacious pre-war apartments with 9.5' ceilings and elegant details
  • Beautiful block-long interior garden with manicured landscaping
  • Premium amenities including elevator, storage, and laundry
  • Excellent location near transportation, parks, and dining
  • Two apartments per floor offering privacy
  • Pet-friendly building
  • Wood-burning fireplaces and formal dining rooms
  • Strict 25% down payment requirement
  • No subletting allowed
  • Some units may require renovation

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