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Astoria, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Astoria?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Astoria Studio Apartments | $4,168 | $1,670 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Astoria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,297 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Astoria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,430 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Astoria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,252 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Astoria 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,529 | $1,860 | $10,000+ |
Astoria 5 Bedroom Apartments | $15,341 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
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Astoria, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Astoria, NY
Pricing Updated: 07/01/2025Current apartment rentals in the Astoria, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Astoria Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Northwestern Queens | $6,300 | $1,699 | 190 |
Halletts Point | $7,500 | $1,700 | 151 |
Cheapest Available Astoria Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Astoria, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve in the Uptown neighborhood priced from $1,860. 224 E 59th St in the Upper East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Astoria apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - D | 4BR,2BA | $1,860 |
224 E 59th St | Furnished Room | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
47-05 45th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
41-32 53rd Street | Unit 12 | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
337 East 90 Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Astoria, NY
As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Astoria area is the $3.53 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,650. The second greatest value Astoria apartment is the 2122 43rd St Model at 2122 43rd St, Unit 1 starting at $3,799 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Astoria Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Astoria apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 | 3104 31st Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.53 |
2122 43rd St, Unit 1 | 2122 43rd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.17 |
2249 37th St, Unit 2A | 2249 37th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
3086 29th St, Unit 3 | 3086 29th St | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
4305 49th St, Unit 2 | 4305 49th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
3220 35th St, Unit 2 | 3220 35th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
3212 23rd St, Unit 3 | 3212 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
1829 26th Ave, Unit 3 | 1829 26th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
3707 36th Ave, Unit 2 | 3707 36th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
3434 10th St, Unit 2 | 3434 10th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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Astoria Overview
If you are looking for a fun place to live in work in the heart of New York City, then look no further than Astoria, NY. Astoria, NY is a neighborhood that is located in the Western portion of Queens. It is bordered by the East River as well as three other neighborhoods in Queens. If you are looking for apartments in Astoria, NY, then check out some of the helpful information below and learn more about Astoria apartments!áThe area of Astoria, NY is located near one of the financial centers of New York City. With beautiful views and access to delicious restaurants, there is always something happening in Astoria, NY. Even though a lot of people who live in Astoria, NY are young professionals, this is a great place for retirees and families as well. The neighborhood of Astoria, NY is bordered by Woodside, Sunnyside, and Long Island City.
Why live in Astoria, NY?
There are lots of reasons why people choose to live in Astoria, NY. First, this provides people with easy access to the large job market of Queens. Furthermore, the area is relatively safe. This is a great place for young professionals who would like to have access to plenty of shops and restaurants as well. Finally, the area of Astoria, NY is also relatively easy to get in and out of even though there is a lot of gridlock for those who travel by car. There are plenty of public transit options.
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Getting Around Astoria, NY
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
86 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Astoria Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Astoria?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Astoria is under $2,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Astoria?
The cheapest apartment in Astoria is Woodside Central which is listed at $2,800, while the average apartment in Astoria costs $6,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Astoria?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Astoria that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Astoria?
Cheap apartments in Astoria have an average cost of $677 which is $6,223 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Astoria.
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