Queens Tudor Home Changes Hands
Donald Trump's former childhood residence, a distinctive Tudor-style house located in Jamaica Estates, Queens, has officially sold for $1.93 million. The sale of the five-bedroom, three-bathroom property was finalized on a recent Thursday, concluding a period of significant renovation.
The identity of the new owner remains undisclosed, with the buyer's agent, Gerald Magny of RE/MAX Edge, stating that the individual intends to live in the home long-term and wishes to remain anonymous. Magny also indicated that political affiliations did not appear to influence the purchase, with the buyer primarily drawn to the extensive improvements made to the property.
A Property with a Past
Built by Fred Trump in 1940, the house on Wareham Place served as Donald Trump's home until he was four years old. Born in 1946, Trump lived there until the family moved in 1950 to a larger, colonnaded brick mansion his father constructed directly behind their original backyard.
Over the decades, the property continued to attract attention. Following Trump's election, developer Michael Davis acquired the house in 2016 and briefly operated it as an Airbnb rental, featuring Trump memorabilia. In 2017, it was sold for $2.14 million to a limited-liability corporation, but subsequent attempts to auction it failed, leading to years of vacancy and disrepair.
Extensive Renovation Boosts Value
The home's fortunes turned in March 2025 when real estate developer Tommy Lin purchased it for $835,000. Lin undertook a comprehensive gut renovation, modernizing the interior with a chef's kitchen and herringbone floors. After its transformation, the property was relisted for $2.3 million before ultimately selling for $1.93 million.
While previous listings often emphasized the home's connection to the former president, agent Magny noted that for this specific buyer, the historical association was not the decisive factor. The property's refreshed appearance and amenities were paramount in sealing the deal.