
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Elmhurst, NY from $600 (106 Rentals)
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2710 Parsons Blvd, Unit Unit1

524 Timpson Pl, Unit #5a studio

111 STREET, Unit 1A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

524 Timpson Pl, Unit apt#1

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

40-38 82nd St

20-50-50 47th St

510 Jackson Ave, Unit Basement
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32nd Street, Unit 14

105-37 64th Ave

62-59 108th St

98-26 64th Ave

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9834 63rd Dr, Unit Studio Apartment

631 Commonwealth Ave

31-40-40 98th St

161-14-114 Booth Memorial Ave, Unit 1B

Crossroads Plaza: Phase II

L @ 31st Drive
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Astoria Senior Citizen Residence 62+

30-07 Astoria Blvd

6107 Woodside Ave

87-30 62nd Ave

102-10 66th Rd

630 Concord Ave

Hallets Cove Senior Citizen Residence 62+

Kings Henry

41-19 Gleane St

134-37 Maple Ave
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Carlton Plaza

574 East 139th Street

Turian House

75-06 Woodside Ave

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Georgian Hall

43-17 49th St

47-19 44th St

62-65 Saunders St

3565 85th St
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4310 49th St

64-12 Wetherole St

8582 Eliot Ave

89th Street

Lafayette Nelson Apartments LLC

Sunnyside Garden Apartments

3741 81st St

32-72 41st St

13849 Barclay Ave

42-25 65th Pl
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East Elmhurst, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Elmhurst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $2,097 | $1,600 | $2,675 |
| Cheap East Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $800 | $4,100 |
| Cheap East Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $1,850 | $6,000 |
| Cheap East Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,690 | $2,950 | $5,595 |
| Cheap East Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,933 | $3,500 | $4,300 |
| East Elmhurst 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available East Elmhurst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Elmhurst, NY is a Studio unit found at 41-32 53rd Street in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood priced from $2,650. Woodside Central in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Elmhurst apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41-32 53rd Street | Unit 12 | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
| Woodside Central | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,675 |
| LeFrak City | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Elmhurst, NY
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Elmhurst area is the $3.50 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,595. The second greatest value East Elmhurst apartment is the 2431 43rd St Model at 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 starting at $4,494 with a $3.21 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 | 3104 31st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 | 2431 43rd St | 3BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 19-16 23rd Ave, Unit 2 | 19-16 23rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 41-85 Denman St, Unit 2 | 41-85 Denman St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.91 |
| 4830 91st Pl, Unit 1 | 4830 91st Pl | 3BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 2710 Parsons Blvd, Unit Unit1 | 2710 Parsons Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 5103 43rd Ave, Unit 3FL | 5103 43rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| LeFrak City | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| 6638 53rd Ave, Unit Apartment 2 | 6638 53rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 2122 43rd St, Unit 3 | 2122 43rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
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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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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 The Icon 52 listed at $2,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment is $2,775 at LeFrak City.
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 $3,000 at LeFrak City.
What is the most affordable East Elmhurst Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Elmhurst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at LeFrak City and starts from $3,750.
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