
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, NY (2,209 Rentals)


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45-12 81st Ave

92-05 Whitney Ave

Rego Park Gardens - Coop

Justice Avenue Tower

Elmhurst Plaza

Elmhurst Towers Apartments

42-22 Ketcham St

8742 Elmhurst Ave
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7609 47th Ave

8505A 57th Ave

88-29 53rd Ave

8835 51st Ave

41-36 Gleane St

5205 90th St

90-12 Whitney Ave

Croyden Apartments

47-06 88th St

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7619 47th Ave

4254 Judge St

8709 Justice Ave

5311 90th St

4147 74th St

9013 43rd Ave

76-05 47th Ave

86-20 57th Rd

8505 57th Ave

4264 Ketcham St
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58-20 Seabury St

85-07 57th Ave

4204 78th St

Mixed-Use Building at 82nd Street

4035 Ithaca St

9317-9319 Lamont Ave

5444 83rd St

7615 47th Ave

4266 Ketcham St

91-01 Whitney Ave
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Toledo Court

8306 Vietor Ave

8360 Vietor Ave

4167 Judge St

42-25 Hampton St

Green House Condominium

5133 Goldsmith St

Karen Gardens Apartment

4123 Gleane St

86-25 - 86-27 Whitney Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmhurst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $2,984 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,613 | $1,100 | $8,000 |
| Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,145 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $2,500 | $4,999 |
| Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,053 | $3,200 | $4,695 |
| Elmhurst 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 24, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elmhurst, NY is the One Bedroom Model starting from $2,000 at 11315 76th Rd in the Kew Gardens Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable Elmhurst 1 Bedroom is the 1Br Model Model at Woodside Central starting at $2,800 in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elmhurst is currently $2,613. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elmhurst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 11315 76th Rd | One Bedroom | $2,000 |
| Woodside Central | 1Br Model | $2,800 |
| Skylimit Tower | 2 Balconies | $3,050 |
| Parker Towers | E | $3,355 |
| The Alexander | A02: Res 8-27R | $3,460 |
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Elmhurst Overview
If you are looking for a place to live in New York City, then you might be looking at a section of Queens called Elmhurst. This used to be called Newtown, but it has since been renamed Elmhurst, NY. As a neighborhood in the borough of Queens in NYC, it is surrounded by Roosevelt Avenue to the North, Junction Blvd to the East, Long Island Expressway to the South, and New York Connecting Railroad to the West. Even though the cost of living can be high, it is possible to find affordable apartments in Elmhurst, NY. If you are looking for Elmhurst apartments, take a look at some of the helpful information below!
Why live in Elmhurst, NY?
There are a number of reasons why so many people are choosing to live in Elmhurst, NY. First, the cost of living in Elmhurst, NY is lower than that of Manhattan, yet the area is still safe. In addition, Elmhurst, NY also provides people with easy access to the rest of NYC via the mass transit options, allowing people to find lucrative jobs just about anywhere. Finally, the people in Elmhurst, NY are also friendly. There is always something going on no matter what the interests might be.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Elmhurst with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elmhurst is at 11315 76th Rd listed at $2,000.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elmhurst is $2,613.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elmhurst is a square feet unit at .
What is the average size for Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elmhurst is currently 700 sq ft.
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