The bustling neighborhood of Kew Gardens was created from a defunct golf course and then expanded for mourners that were visiting Maple Grove Cemetery by train. The neighborhood has overcome this humble origin and now thrives as the seat of Queens Borough’s government. This charming neighborhood has considered one of the loveliest in Queens, full of old homes on tree-lined streets. Though there is a high population density, Kew Gardens is a wonderful, safe, and stable place to live.

The heirs of Albon Man were responsible for the quick growth of Kew Gardens. Though Mr. Man himself worked toward the development of his many properties, Kew Gardens was left mostly untouched. His heirs took over after his death and began expanding the land, laying out a planned community that they had decided to name Kew. Later, the neighborhood would be named Kew Gardens, after the popular botanical garden in England.

The neighborhood boasts a thriving multicultural population. Kew Gardens was home to several refugees from Germany-- Jews who settled in Kew Gardens after World War II. The area is now home to arrivals from China, India, Indonesia, Israel, and Russian immigrants, just to name a few. Though teeming with people, Kew Gardens maintains a charming, upper-middle-class feel.

There is a great deal of pride among the people of Kew Gardens. Residents find it very important to support their local businesses, and you can see people out and about all throughout the day. Those that are able to call Kew Gardens home agree that there is no better place to live in all of New York City. Residences are generally apartment buildings, though there are several houses that have been transformed into smaller apartment units. Very few of the original single-family homes still exist, but these gorgeous neo-Tudor homes can be found.