Charming 1970 Thunderbird Houseboat – Waterfront Living in the Rockaways
Location: Jamaica Bay, Rockaway Peninsula, New York City
Experience a truly unique lifestyle with this beautifully modernized 1970 Drift-R-Cruise HouseYacht by Thunderbird. Docked in a serene, gated marina on Jamaica Bay, this 35-foot floating home offers a perfect blend of cozy comfort, natural beauty, and convenient access to NYC.
Property Highlights:
Sleeps 3: Queen-sized loft bed with 100% organic cotton sheets + daybed in lounge
Fully equipped kitchenette
Composting toilet & hot shower
Indoor & outdoor dining areas
Multiple decks with picnic table, sun loungers, and waterfront views
High-speed Wi-Fi—ideal for remote work
Air conditioning and diesel outdoor heater for year-round comfort
Marina Amenities & Lifestyle:
Swim, kayak, fish, or rent a jetski/pontoon right from the marina
Just 2.5 blocks from the Boardwalk and Rockaway Beach
Accessible by A train, Q22 bus, ferry from Wall Street, or car
Close to Jacob Riis Park, Fort Tilden, Gateway National Recreation Area, and vibrant Rockaway restaurants and surf culture
Marina bathrooms available nearby
Pet-friendly and nature-rich environment—ideal for birdwatching and plane-spotting
Additional Features:
Comes fully furnished and turnkey-ready
Optionally includes: 2-zone outdoor diesel heater, tools, furnishings, inflatable boat with electric outboard motor, paddleboard, and two electric scooters (one needs a tire)
No running engines—this is a floating cabin, not a cruising vessel
Please note: no running water on board from December to early April (water containers provided)
Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape, an artist’s retreat, or a quirky full-time home, this vintage houseboat offers an unforgettable coastal lifestyle within New York City.
For sale by owner
$50,000
360 Beach 59th St, Arverne, NY 11692
2beds
470sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1970
662 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$106/sqft
$-- HOA
Overview
- 15 days
- on Zillow |
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Listing by:
(305) 343-4181
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 470 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 662 Square Feet
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 2 Story
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Arverne
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $106/sqft
- Date on market: 5/16/2025
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