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10537 64th Ave
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Elmhurst, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmhurst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $2,436 | $1,500 | $3,500 |
Cheap Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $900 | $8,000 |
Cheap Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $2,000 | $5,000 |
Cheap Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,871 | $2,800 | $5,409 |
Cheap Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,779 | $1,150 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Available Elmhurst Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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41-35 67th St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
41-32 53rd Street | Unit 12 | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, NY
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 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 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 |
2122 43rd St, Unit 1 | 2122 43rd St | 3BR,1BA | $2.83 |
7534 113th St, Unit 2 | 7534 113th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.86 |
8013 87th Rd, Unit 2nd Floor | 8013 87th Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.86 |
3019 70th St, Unit 3 | 3019 70th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.90 |
Node Harman | Private Room in 3 Bed Shared Apt | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
6158 56th St, Unit 2 | 6158 56th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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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Getting Around Elmhurst, NY
Walk Score®
94 / 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®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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 Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmhurst?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmhurst is at 41-32 53rd Street listed at $2,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment is $2,550 at 41-35 67th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmhurst is starting from $3,193 at LeFrak City.
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