The Pointe Debuts in Rego Park with 1 Month Free; Brand New Rentals from $1,962/Month

By CityRealty Staff | From LIC / Queens Thursday, June 21, 2018

The Pointe at 65-70 Austin Street via thepointenyc.com

There are plenty of new rental buildings in Queens, especially in Long Island City where sky-high towers like Jackson Park and Alta LIC have recently debuted. Further east in the borough in Rego Park, a new midsize rental has opened at 65-70 Austin Street.

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The Building

Exterior 65-70 Austin Street in Rego Park Queens

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Rooftop at 65-70 Austin Street in Rego Park Queens

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The new rental building is called The Pointe, located at 65-70 Austin Street in Rego Park between 66th Avenue and 65th Road. The ground-up development rises 7 stories with 45 units in studio to 2 bedroom layouts. The project is from Woodmere Development and aims to provide a suburban lifestyle in an urban setting. It was designed by GF55.

What's it like inside?

interior at The Pointe at 65-70 Austin Street in Rego Park

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Homes come in a variety of studio, 1 and 2 bedroom layouts and current listings offer 1 month free, priced starting from $1,962/month. There are some penthouse-style corner units with huge private terraces, too.
Leasing is by Bold New York.

The interior design is fresh and contemporary with soothing neutral colors. Generously sized living spaces have hardwood floors, oversized windows that provide abundant natural light, and efficient heating and cooling systems. Modern and minimalist kitchens have Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and high-gloss cabinetry. Sleek baths have Grohe fixtures, custom vanities and modern ceramic tiles. Pets are welcomed, too.

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Are there amenities?

Don't expect over-the-top amenities like rock-climbing walls and bowling alleys, but there are several convenient features. The new development is distinguished by a modern entrance marquee and lobby that has a virtual doorman and video intercom. There is a furnished 7th-floor rooftop terrace with views stretching all the way to Manhattan. The Pointe also has a laundry room, bike room and onsite parking.

rooftop at The Pointe at 65-70 Austin Street in Rego Park

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The Neighborhood

Located in Queens, the neighborhood of Rego Park is primarily known as a residential enclave with tree-lined street and a diverse population, with a variety of ethnic shops and restaurants. It borders the neighborhoods of Elmhurst, Middle Village, Corona and Forest Hills. Within walking distance is Flushing Meadows Corona Park where you'll find the Queens Zoo and the New York Hall of Science. Transit including the E, M and R trains is blocks away and will get you to Manhattan in roughly 30 minutes.