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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Elmhurst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap East Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $3,307 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
Cheap East Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,784 | $1,300 | $4,750 |
Cheap East Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $2,100 | $5,500 |
Cheap East Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,006 | $2,800 | $5,350 |
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Cheapest Available East Elmhurst Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Bennington | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Elmhurst, NY
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Elmhurst area is the $2.08 price per square foot 3745 59th St Model at 3745 59th St, Unit 1st Flr in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,250. The second greatest value East Elmhurst apartment is the 8020 Grand Central Pky Model at 8020 Grand Central Pky, Unit 1 starting at $2,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Astoria Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3745 59th St, Unit 1st Flr | 3745 59th St | 3BR,3BA | $2.08 |
8020 Grand Central Pky, Unit 1 | 8020 Grand Central Pky | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
2431 43rd St, Unit 2 | 2431 43rd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.86 |
2519 Curtis St, Unit 2 | 2519 Curtis St | 3BR,1BA | $2.15 |
2819 21st Ave, Unit 2 | 2819 21st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.54 |
1922 23rd Dr, Unit 1r | 1922 23rd Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
3250 34th St, Unit 3 floor | 3250 34th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
3019 70th St, Unit 3 | 3019 70th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.90 |
1115 130th St, Unit Beautiful one bedroom | 1115 130th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
81-11 45th Ave, Unit 1-D | 81-11 45th Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
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East Elmhurst Overview
If you are looking for a beautiful place to live, you may have thought about moving to East Elmhurst, New York. This is a neighborhood located in Queens, situated in New York City. There are plenty of apartments in East Elmhurst, New York available, however, what do you need to know if you are looking for East Elmhurst apartments? Take a look at a few important points below, and rely on someone with local knowledge of the area to help you find your next home.
Why live in East Elmhurst, NY?
There are plenty of reasons why people decide to live in East Elmhurst, New York. First, it is very close to Manhattan. Therefore, it is a great location for people who work in the financial district. Second, the cost of living in East Elmhurst is lower than that of Manhattan. Even though rent can still be expensive, it provides people with an opportunity to save money. Finally, there is always something fun going on. Regardless of whether you want to go into Manhattan or check out the surrounding tri-state area, East Elmhurst is in a good location.
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Getting Around East Elmhurst, NY
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
75 / 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 East Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Elmhurst?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Elmhurst is at 41-32 53rd Street listed at $2,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment is $2,450 at The Bennington.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Elmhurst is starting from $2,850 at The Bennington.
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