In Queens real estate, “busy” can mean a lot of things. But $20,353,000 in closed sales volume in the past 60 days tells a very specific story: consistent execution across pricing, positioning, negotiations, financing, and closing logistics. It is also a signal that the market is moving, even in a landscape where many buyers and sellers still feel cautious.
At The Bianca Colasuonno Team, we work block by block across Queens, with deep roots in Astoria and the surrounding neighborhoods. We do not measure success by noise. We measure it by outcomes, client experience, and repeatable results. This recent sales milestone is one piece of proof, but the bigger takeaway is what it unlocks for you if you are buying or selling right now.
Below is what this kind of momentum means for your strategy, plus the Queens market conditions that are shaping 2026 so far.
What is driving Queens and Astoria right now
Queens continues to show resilience, supported by real demand, limited inventory, and neighborhood-by-neighborhood pricing power.
A few data points help frame the moment:
- Queens County home values are hovering around the low-to-mid $700Ks, with homes taking roughly two months to go pending on average, according to Zillow’s county-level data.
- Astoria pricing has been firm. Redfin reported a January 2026 median sale price of around $1.06M, with an average time on market of roughly 70+ days.
- Realtor.com’s local snapshot for Astoria shows a median listing price around the high $700Ks, roughly 73 days on market, and a sale-to-list ratio near 97%, which points to a market that still rewards smart pricing and clean execution.
- Mortgage rates have recently hovered around 6% (after trending down from prior peaks), which helps affordability at the margins, but inventory remains the bigger constraint.
So what does that mean in plain English?
It means buyers can find opportunities, but they need sharp guidance to identify value and win the right property without overpaying. And it means sellers can still command strong outcomes, but only when the home is positioned correctly, and the deal is managed tightly from offer through closing.
That is where a high-performing, hyper-local team creates a measurable advantage.
Why our recent $20.35M matters if you are buying in Queens
When you are buying in Queens or Astoria, the right representation is not about touring more homes. It is about making better decisions faster, with fewer costly surprises.
Here is what a top-performing team’s recent deal flow gives you as a buyer.
1) Real-time pricing instincts, not outdated comps
Markets like Astoria can turn on nuance: a renovated two-family on a prime block is not the same as one three streets over, even if the bedrooms match. When a team is actively closing deals, you benefit from current, street-level pricing context, not just what closed last quarter.
2) A clearer path to “yes” in negotiation
Every accepted offer has a pattern. Sellers respond differently depending on the property type, condition, timeline, and the strength of the buyer’s profile. When we have recent volume, we have more pattern recognition across what is actually working right now, especially in competitive pockets where days on market can still stretch into the 70+ day range.
3) Better access to options and early intel
In Queens, opportunities often appear first through agent networks, not search portals. A team that is consistently active tends to hear about inventory shifts sooner, including homes that are coming, relaunching, or quietly testing price.
4) Fewer execution mistakes between contract and closing
The contract-to-close phase is where many deals break: financing timing, inspections, board requirements, appraisal risk, or simple miscommunication. Our job is to keep you protected and moving forward, especially as the broader market continues to react to rates and supply.
If you are buying, our recent performance is not a trophy. It is evidence of repetition. And repetition is what creates confidence.
Why our recent $20.35M matters if you are selling in Astoria or Queens
For sellers, the goal is not “a buyer.” The goal is the right buyer at the right price with the cleanest possible path to closing.
Here is how a recent two-month run of closings translates into seller advantage.
1) Pricing that protects your upside
Queens has shown steady strength, including record-high median pricing in recent borough-level reporting.
But “strong market” does not mean “price it high and hope.” The best outcomes come from pricing that is defensible and strategic, designed to trigger real demand and competition.
2) Exposure that reaches the actual buyer pool
In a market where many homes take weeks to convert to contract, your marketing has one job: create certainty and urgency for qualified buyers. Queens County data suggests an average timeline of about two months to go pending, which reinforces how important it is to stand out quickly.
That means professional presentation, the right launch plan, and aggressive distribution to both consumers and agents.
3) Stronger terms, not just a higher number
Sellers often focus on price, but terms are where deals live: financing strength, appraisal protection, inspection scope, closing date, use and occupancy, repair credits, and board or attorney timelines. When a team is closing volume, it is because we are not only attracting offers, we are structuring them well.
4) Deal management that reduces fall-through risk
Ask any seller: the most stressful outcome is accepting a great offer and then watching it unravel. The team you choose should have a system for the details that matter after the handshake.
The simplest way to say it is this: a strong recent sales record reduces uncertainty. It shows you are hiring a team that can get to the finish line.
What this means if you are deciding whether to act now
If you are a seller: Queens pricing has remained durable, but buyer psychology is sensitive to condition, pricing, and monthly payment. With rates around 6% and inventory still constrained, well-positioned homes can stand out, while “aspirational pricing” often sits.
If you are a buyer: the opportunity is in preparation. When rates dip, demand tends to react. If you want leverage, you want to be ready before the next wave of competition shows up.
If you are selling in Astoria or anywhere in Queens:
Request a pricing and launch plan tailored to your property type (single-family, two-family, condo, co-op, or mixed-use), with a clear timeline and net sheet.
If you are buying:
Ask for a neighborhood-specific buying strategy session: what to target, what to avoid, and how to structure an offer that wins without regret.
Closing: market leadership without the fluff
We are proud of what $20,353,000 in sales in the past 60 days represents, because it reflects clients who trusted us with big decisions, and a team that executed at a high level across Queens.
If you want a partner who knows the Queens market in real time, and who can translate that knowledge into a smarter buy, a stronger sale, or a cleaner closing, we are here to help.