
New 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, NY (161 Rentals)


Elmhurst Plaza

90-12 Whitney Ave

87-22 51st Ave

4047 77th St

The Elm West

9103 Whitney Ave

The Academy

Woodside Central

Skylimit Tower
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BLVD Condominiums

1206 Putnam Ave

6538 Austin St

65-18 Austin St

11072 Corona Ave

378 Weirfield St

377-383 Harman St

331 Saint Nicholas Ave

Node Weirfield

1168 Greene Avenue
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10112 43rd Ave

4306 102nd St

4047 97th St

4611 Queens Blvd

37-13 103rd

Woodside Manor

88 Eldert St

1360 Myrtle Ave

65 Woodbine St

2588 49th St
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9945 66th Ave

283 Warwick St

303 Stockholm St

82-77 116th Street

45-02 Queens Blvd

Queens Garden Condominium

313 Linden St

1815 Linden St

95-97 Grattan St

Arcadia Woodside
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1060 Jefferson Ave

139 Grove St

6316 102nd St

28-57 45th St

790 Liberty Ave

522 Evergreen Ave

435 Central Ave

3719 104th St

Skyhill Tower Condominium

18A Bleecker St
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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 | $2,786 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,981 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,546 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,585 | $2,300 | $4,999 |
| Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,984 | $2,800 | $5,500 |
| Elmhurst 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,149 | $5,149 | $5,149 |
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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 Cara Terrace listed at $2,400.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elmhurst is $2,981.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elmhurst is a 847 square feet unit starting from $3,650 at The Alexander.
What is the average size for Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elmhurst is currently 1,312 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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