East Elmhurst was given its current name mainly because of its location which is due north east of Elmhurst Queens. Both, share similar qualities in neighborhood structure and community. However, East Elmhurst is actually consider to be a northern part of Corona. East Elmhurst is a quick commute to the near by La Guardia Airport. Most people living in this area live here because they need to be close to the airport. Some people do reside here and have no need for the locale, but are very familiar with the sounds of departing and landing planes. Most of the commerce in this area is done on Ditmars Blvd and is almost all airport related.

East Elmhurst offers both single and multi- family homes and a few large apartment buildings, as well. East Elmhurst has an abundance of fair rents, price range for studio is from $700-$850, one-bedroom for $900- $1150,two-bedrooms for $1200-$1350, and three-bedrooms for $1300-$1900
East Elmhurst has convenient access to the New York City subways 7 trains, which should have you in Midtown in 35 minutes.