The Courts of Sunnyside Gardens

The shared interior courts are among the defining features of Sunnyside Gardens. Conceived as part of the neighborhood's original 1920s plan, these landscaped green spaces were designed to bring light, air, and nature into everyday life.

Hidden behind the streetscape, the courts create a network of gardens and open space that remains remarkably intact today. Together, they form one of the most distinctive residential landscapes in New York City and are central to the character of the historic district.

Explore the map below and discover the landscapes that have shaped Sunnyside Gardens for more than a century.