The Bristol

The Bristol is a six-story pre-war cooperative built in 1932, located on Austin Street in Forest Hills, Queens. With just 15 units the building retains an intimate, residential scale and classic architectural details typical of early 20th-century apartment houses. Units are primarily one- and two-bedroom layouts featuring high ceilings, hardwood floors, and prewar touches such as crown moldings and decorative millwork; many apartments include eat-in or galley kitchens, formal dining areas, and ample built-in storage. Shared building elements emphasize convenience and upkeep: an elevator serves all floors, a staffed virtual doorman system manages access and deliveries, and on-site laundry, bike storage, and additional storage lockers support day-to-day living. The lobby and hallways are maintained in period-appropriate style, reflecting the building’s historic character. Exterior frontage faces a busy retail corridor while the property is set back into a quieter residential portion of the block; nearby outdoor assets include Forest Park and local tree-lined streets. Transit and neighborhood amenities are highly walkable — multiple subway lines (E/F express), LIRR access, buses, shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues such as Forest Hills Stadium lie within easy walking distance. Co-op governance traditionally enforces maintenance and resale terms common to well-managed, older cooperative buildings.