Learn more about Bayside Queens and it's history and why it's a great town to live.

The history of early Bayside is closely identifed with that of Flushing. The earliest known inhabitants of Northeast Queens — Bayside, Flushing, Douglaston and Little Neck — were the Matinecock Indians, one of the thirteen tribes on Long Island. They were a numerous and prosperous tribe who engaged in hunting and fishing Their prime industry, however, was the manufacture of wampum, which is a type of small cylindrical bead made from white or purple seashells. The shells were found in the bays and inlets of the north shore of Long Island, and were of superior quality. They were highly prized by the Indians who lived in interior areas. They used the beads to make necklaces, or wove them into belts of considerable beauty. The Indians attached a mystical power to the beads. They were used not only to decorate clothing, but also for other purposes — to honor a noble deed, to seal a contract, to pay tribute, and for other symbolic reasons. It is generally believed that wampum was used as monetary exchange, but the Indians did not use it as such until the practice was introduced by the Dutch sometime later.

1639
The Dutch Governor, William Kieft, purchased all the land that today encompasses Queens County from the Indians.

1645
The town of Flushing was founded on October 10, 1645. The Governor signed a charterwhich conveyed tracts of land to eighteen settlers, most of them English, who had requested the protection of Governor Kieft. The "certain quantity or parcel of land" extended from Flushing Creek to the western shore of Matagarison's (Little Neck) Bay. Thus, Bayside, then an un-named locality, became the eastern boundary of Flushing - - "Vlissingen", as it was called by the Dutch. Two of the patentees were brothers, John and William Lawrence, who had emigrated from England in 1635. William was only twenty-two years old. He received the largest grant. It encompassed a large portion of what is today Bayside, in addition to a section of Tue's Neck (College Point) and an unknown amount of land in the town of Flushing. The land acquired by the new settlers was still wilderness, so it was probably for protection that they clustered together on their "home-lots" in the village. In the early eighteenth century, the first Lawrence homestead was built in Bayside. Joseph, son of the deceased William, received an extensive tract of land along Little Neck Bay as a legacy from his mother. Thirteen generations of Lawrences were to live on that tract of land overlooking the bay.

The Lawrence famiIy was a dominating force in colonial history. WilIiam, one of the wealthiest men in the colonies, served as a magistrate under Dutch and English rules. His brother John was Mayor of the City under both rules, and served as Justice of the Supreme Court from 1693 until his death in 1699. An eighteenth century descendant, John Lawrence, was appointed Judge-Advocate for the trial of the British spy Major John Andre. Another descendant was the famous naval hero, Captain James Lawrence, who lost his life in the conflict of 1813. During the fierce battle between his ship, the Chesapeake, and the British ship, the Shannon, he was mortally wounded. As he lay dying, he gave his last command, "Don't give up the ship!"

Bayside's last tangible link with colonial history is the Lawrence Cemetery. located at 216th Street and 42nd Avenue. The land is part of the original grant received by William from Governor Kieft in 1645. Among those buried there are Cornelius VanWyck Lawrence, Mayor of New York City (1834-37), Judge Effingham Lawrence and eleven of his twelve children, one of whom was Joseph, an editor of the San Francisco newspaper, the "Golden Era". Joseph was credited with discovering the authors Bret Harte and Mark Twain.

The Alley
Until 1824 there were no bridges over the Flushing River or at the head of Little Neck Bay, where Northern Boulevard is today. For those who travelled from New York City to eastern Long Island, it was necessary to go around the water on a street called Alley Road.The road ran through the area known as "The Alley", between the water and the hill to the south. Today, the Long Island Expressway Service Road is there.

1821
A small settlement, known as the Alley Pond Trading Post was located at the roadside close to the pond. It provided for the needs of local farmers with a general store, grist-mill, and blacksmith shop. It was also the site of Flushing's first post office, which was officially called "The Alley Post Office". From 1821 until 1826, Postmaster Samuel Barnum presided over his mail in a corner of Benjamin Loweree's store. Then, the post office moved to Flushing.

When the railroad came to Long Island, the commercial development of Bayside, Little Neck and Douglaston began. The importance of the Alley settlement waned. By the time the Cross Island Parkway and Long Island Expressway were built, the buildings were in disrepair. They were finalIy demolished. Today, the land and its history are incorporated into Alley Pond Park.

 

WELCOME TO BAYBRIDGE CONDOS.
A gated community. School district 25 and 26.
These are the low rise buildings just to the left of the Clearview Expressway. Amenities include with your maintenance, parking, outdoor pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, outdoor lounge area around the pool, plus indoor pool, fully equipped health club, raquetball, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and party room for owners. Its like living in a hotel but the feeling of your own home. The 1 bedrooms and many other units have their own private backyards as well. Voted as one of the 10 best places to live in New York. (photos below are not particular to the individual listings. They are featured to demonstrate the various areas of Baybridge)
The Bay Club Condos                     Towers at Waters Edge Co-ops
                   
Description Price Beds Bath ML# Town Develop Maint. Style
  548888 2 2 2424206 Bayside Bay Bridge   Condo
Nice, Bright And Spacious 3 Bedrooms And 2 Bathrooms Condominium With Terrace Is In The 24 Hr Private Gated Community. This Condo Complex Has Gym,Tennis,Swimming (In/Out) Pools And Health Club And One Parking Space Included. A Must See!! 575000 3 2 2392827 Bayside Baybridge Condominium   Condo
Largest Rennovated Bentley Unit With Skylighted Kitchen-3 Bed/2 Bath With 1 Car Garage & 2 Car Driveway--Amenities Include 24Hr Gated Security With Full Clubhouse-Indoor/Outdoor Pools,Brand New Hard Tru Tennis Courts, Indoor Raquetball,Full Gym & Spa & So Much More-Truly Community Living At Its Finest! 589000 3 2 2354364 Bayside Baybridge Condos 504 Condo
All Newly Renovated 3 Bedrooms And 2 Baths With Garage And 2 Car Driveway 24 Hr Security With Spa,Gym,Clubhouse,Tennis Indoor/Outdoor Pools Indoor Raquetball Court*** 599000 3 2 2345787 Bayside Baybridge Condos 504 Condo
2 Bedroom/2 Bath 2nd Floor With Terrace & Waterviews--New Kitchen With Stainless Steel Appliances---24 Hr Gated Community With Full Clubhouse,Spa,2 Pools,Tennis,Basketball & Indoor Raquetball---Must See-Great Locale!!!! $50 Assessment Till May/2011 599000 2 2 2331192 Bayside Baybridge 390 Condo
Prime Location, Oak Floor,Great Kit Top, Near Side Gate, Club House, Gated Community, 24 Security. Notice Needed 599000 3 2 2431412 Bayside Baybridge Condo   Condo
Renovated Eat-In Kitchen With Granite Counters;Ceramic Tile Floor In Kitchen And Hallway;Two Renovated Baths;Skylite In Kitchen; Garage Plus Parking Spot; Year Round Clubhouse/Health Club And So Many More Amenities A Must See. 599000 2 2 2437748 Bayside Baybridge   Condo
  609000 3 2 2452154 Bayside Baybridge 390 Condo
Beautiful Brick Condo. In Bayside Area, 24 Hr's Security, Club House W/ Gym, Indoor/Outdoor Swinning Pool, Tennis Court, Etc. Convenient Location. 628000 2 2 2441698 Bayside Bay Bridge   Condo
Beautiful Hardwood Floors Thru Out 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Updated,Garage 629000 2 2 2343807 Bayside Baybridge Condo   Condo
Tenant Occupied Until 6/30/2012, Mint Condition, ***Water View*** Wood Floor,Updated Kit & Bath,Gated Community With 24 Hr. Security & Club House. 629000 2 2 2414444 Bayside Baybridge Condo 1   Condo
3 Br, Town House Condo. Hardwood Floors. Full Finished Bsmnt. Near Bay Terace Shopping Center. Sliding Door From Living Room To Rear Patio. 649000 3 2 2415291 Bayside Bayside Town House   Condo
Magazine Quality Rennovations In This One Of A Kind True 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath 3rd Floor Simplex With Garage & 2 Car Driveway In The Best 24Hr Gated Community In Queens-Amenities Include Indoor/Outdoor Pools, Tennis, Basketball Courts, Indoor Raquetball Courts, 2 Gyms ,Saunas, Steam Rooms & Much Much More To List. 649000 3 2 2432098 Bayside Baybridge 390 Condo
Mint Condition,All Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Gated Community, 24 Hr Security, Fitness, Gym, Swimming Pool, Garage. Etc . . . 669000 3 2 2416371 Bayside Baybridge Condo   Condo
Prime Location, Mint Condition,New Oak Floor Through-Out Whole House,New Windows, Finished Basement, Bay Window, 24 Hr. Security, Club House. Gated Community 739000 2 2.5 2427539 Bayside Bayside Condo   Condo
Beautiful 2Bed/2 Bath With Fully Finished Basement Triplex With Great Location In This 24Hr Gated Commuinity At Baybridge Condos-Amenities Include Full Clubhouse With Indoor/Outdoor Pools,Suanas,Steam Rooms,2 Gyms,Basketball,Tennis,Indoor Raquetball,Aerobics Room & Muc Too Much List 789000 3 3.5 2432126 Bayside Baybridge Condominiums 585 Condo
Triplex - Approx. 1850 Sq. Ft. - 3 Levels Of Spacious & Bright Living - All New Kitchen -Wood Cabinets -Granite Islsnd,Stainles Steel Appliances - Private & Quiet Tiled Patio, Central Vac & Air - New Baths - Gleaming Hwf - Walk In Closet - 'Perfection Awaits You' 24 Hr. Security - 2 Pools - Healthclub & Tennis 819888 2 2.5 2422239 Bayside Baybridge Condo   Condo
Well Manicured Community, 24 Hr. Security & Gatehouse,Duplex Unit, Seldom Available - Features Mbr Suite - Plus 2 Additional Bedrooms - 2.5 Baths, Great Living Space, Terrace, Storage In Basement - Cac & Vac, Garage Parking, Storage In Basement. 839999 3 2.5 2426231 Bayside Baybridge Condo I   Condo
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