Zobuilden plans 19-story mixed-use tower with condos and retail in Sunnyside Queens

• Zobuilden LLC is planning an 84-unit condo project
• Development includes retail and a medical facility
• Located next to the 52nd Street 7 train station in Queens

What Zobuilden is planning

A new rendering has been revealed for 51-02 Roosevelt Avenue, a proposed 19-story mixed-use building in Sunnyside, Queens, led by Zobuilden LLC. The project will deliver 84 condominium units along with ground-floor retail and an ambulatory care facility. The site spans a 0.6-acre lot and sits at a key intersection along Roosevelt Avenue.

What the design and layout include

Designed by Studio C Architects, the building features a five-story podium base with a taller residential tower rising above. The tower includes a glass curtain wall with multiple balconies, while the podium is finished with metal paneling. The upper floors step back and lead to a rooftop deck with a covered canopy. Amenities will include lounges, bike storage, private storage, and parking, positioning the project toward condo buyers seeking full-service living.

What the site and zoning mean

The project replaces earlier plans for a smaller 14-story building, showing an increase in scale and density. The property sits adjacent to the elevated 52nd Street station, giving it direct access to the 7 train. This transit-oriented location supports higher density and strong residential demand. Completion is expected around 2029, although timelines may shift as the project moves forward.

What the location means for demand

Sunnyside continues to attract residential development due to its accessibility and relative affordability compared to other parts of Queens and Brooklyn. Being directly next to transit and along a major corridor like Roosevelt Avenue makes the site attractive for both buyers and investors. The addition of medical space and retail also adds daily-use convenience, supporting long-term value.

What this means for developers and investors

This project reflects continued demand for mixed-use condo developments in transit-oriented locations. Developers are combining residential, retail, and healthcare uses to diversify income and increase project appeal. For investors, it highlights opportunities in Queens where new supply is being delivered in well-connected neighborhoods with strong growth potential. Queens continues to see steady development as mixed-use projects expand along key transit corridors.