Trump’s Queens Home Sells for Nearly $2M
President Trump's childhood home in Queens sold for $1.93 million after a $500,000 renovation.
The Update
President Trump’s childhood home in Queens has sold for $1.93 million. The Tudor-style property, located in the affluent Jamaica Estates neighborhood, was purchased by an undisclosed buyer via a contract signed in July. The seller, developer Tommy Lin, acquired the five-bedroom, three-bathroom home last year for $835,000 and spent another $500,000 on renovations.
Why It Matters
The sale price reflects the enduring financial value of the Trump brand, even for a property associated with the president’s early years. The home, originally built by Fred Trump in 1940, was previously damaged and overrun with feral cats before undergoing an eight-month interior overhaul that included a chef’s kitchen and spa-like bathrooms.
What to Watch
Observers will be watching to see if the new owner plans to use the property commercially or as a private residence. The home has a history of being listed for rent on Airbnb with themed decor, including cardboard cutouts of the president.
Sources
- cbsnews.com — Sale price, seller details, renovation costs, and property history.
- thehill.com — Renovation specifics and Airbnb listing history.
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