LIC Condo Sales: Radiant Leads Market

The residential real estate market in Long Island City has seen a clear leader emerge in new development condo sales this year. Data from Marketproof shows that Radiant, located at 24-01 Queens Plaza N., has entered contract for 24 units through the first ten months of 2026.

This total places the building ahead of its closest competitors in the neighborhood. Vesta recorded 22 sales during the same period, while Loft 21 sold 16 units. Other properties with contracts signed included Paragon LIC with eight sales, CMX Tower with two, and Skyline Tower and the Dutch Collection with one each.

A primary driver for Radiant's position was a spike in activity in July, when eight units entered contract. That single month accounted for the highest monthly sales figure among the listed Long Island City properties. This surge helped offset a slow start to the year, as the building registered no sales in January or February.

The sales timeline for the building followed a distinct pattern after the quiet start. Six units entered contract in March, followed by two sales in both April and May. After a pause in June, the July peak was followed by three sales in August, two in September, and one in October. Although the building had three months with zero sales, the volume in March and July compensated for those gaps.

Radiant is one of only two new-development buildings in Long Island City currently offering immediate occupancy, a feature that contributes to its market performance. The 19-floor structure is developed by New Empire Group, with sales handled by One Realty Global.

The building offers 117 condos ranging from studios to three-bedroom units. Units feature floor-to-ceiling windows, custom white oak cabinetry, marble countertops, and integrated Bosch appliances. The property includes a Finnish sauna, a basketball court, a rock climbing wall, and a glass-enclosed rooftop club with co-working areas.

Additional amenities include a private outdoor space for certain units, a sun-drenched fitness center, a game room, and a children's playroom. The building also features an outdoor ping-pong courtyard, a golf simulation room, a pet spa, and bicycle storage. A rooftop terrace with grilling stations provides views of the Manhattan skyline.