Apartments for rent in College Point, NY offer a chance to live in a historic waterfront neighborhood with a distinct character. Originally named for St. Paul's College, an Episcopalian seminary founded in 1835, this peninsula community is bounded by water on three sides � Flushing Bay to the west, the East River to the north, and connects to the rest of Queens through major roads.

College Point blends residential and commercial areas within its tight-knit community. The neighborhood features waterfront parks, including MacNeil Park with its sweeping river views and Frank Golden Memorial Park with its baseball fields. While maintaining its small-town atmosphere, College Point sits just minutes from Manhattan.

Transportation includes several MTA bus routes connecting to Flushing and beyond. The College Point Shopping Center on 20th Avenue serves residents with retail stores and dining options. The College Point Corporate Park continues the area's industrial legacy as an employment center. With waterfront recreation, tree-lined residential streets, and local businesses, College Point delivers a distinctive Queens experience.