Century Development Group Breaks Ground on 11-Story Glass Tower at 135-01 35th Avenue in Flushing

Key Points

• Excavation underway for 11-story residential project in Flushing
• Revised design increases height and shifts to an all-glass façade
• Completion targeted for fall 2027 near 7 train access

What Excavation at 135-01 35th Avenue Means for Flushing’s Growth

Excavation has officially begun at 135-01 35th Avenue, where Century Development Group is developing an 11-story residential building at the corner of 35th Avenue and Farrington Street in Flushing, Queens. Designed by Raymond Chan Architects, the project replaces a former one-story commercial structure and signals continued density growth in eastern Queens. With completion anticipated in fall 2027, the development adds to a pipeline that has steadily reshaped Flushing’s residential profile. For multifamily investors, shovel-ready progress confirms execution rather than speculation.

What the Three-Story Height Increase Signals About Market Confidence

The current plan represents a notable upgrade from earlier iterations. A prior proposal in 2017 would have delivered 76 units with affordable housing, retail, and office space. A 2023 filing called for a nine-story, 98-unit building averaging 734 square feet per unit. The latest revision increases the height to 11 stories, though the final unit count has not been disclosed. Raising the building by three additional floors suggests confidence in zoning allowances and projected absorption. In transit-oriented submarkets like Flushing, additional density often translates directly to stronger long-term asset performance.

What the Glass Curtain Wall Redesign Means for Competitive Positioning

The new design swaps out gray brick for a full glass curtain wall divided by thin black mullions. Corner setbacks on the eighth floor will include landscaped terraces, and a green wall is planned for the double-height lobby. This aesthetic shift positions the building more in line with contemporary Queens developments rather than traditional low-rise infill product. In a neighborhood seeing increasing vertical construction, upgraded façades and visible amenity features help differentiate product and potentially support higher rents or condo pricing.

What Proximity to the 7 Train Means for Long-Term Value

The site sits within walking distance of the 7 train at Flushing–Main Street, one of the busiest transit hubs in Queens. Transit access remains one of the strongest value drivers in outer-borough multifamily development. Projects near the 7 line consistently benefit from commuter demand tied to Midtown Manhattan employment. For landlords and developers, this location reinforces the long-term fundamentals behind continued residential investment in Flushing. With excavation underway and a 2027 delivery timeline, 135-01 35th Avenue represents another step in Flushing’s transformation into a higher-density, transit-oriented residential corridor.