
Gated Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, NY (291 Rentals)


8650 Dongan Ave

Rego Park Gardens - Coop

Justice Avenue Tower

86-18 57th Rd

82-25 Queens Blvd

4035 Ithaca St

8812 Elmhurst Ave

Green House Condominium

9411 59th Ave
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4254 Judge St

40-60 Elbertson St

8306 Vietor Ave

42-42 Ithaca Street

Grandview Tower

Elmhurst Gardens

The Britton Condo

4168 Gleane St

9466-9468 45th Ave

83-17 Broadway
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Woodside Central

Cara Terrace

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6102 43rd Ave, Unit 1

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2431 43rd St, Unit 2

1180 Halsey St, Unit 3

238 Schaefer St, Unit 3

1205 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1

83-60 118th St

43-33 46th St

41-35 67th St
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7005 67th Pl

603 Knickerbocker Ave

La Vista At Highland Park

Walden Terrace

The Summit

Millenium 99

9716 66th Ave

Park City 3&4 Apartments

10 Holder Pl

6707 Yellowstone Blvd
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The Continental

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Tennis View Apartments

Fairview at Forest Hills

George Washington Apartments

Andrew Jackson Condominium

Saxony Towers

3536 80th St

Gardens at 75th Street
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Gated Studio Apartments | $2,700 | $1,864 | $6,140 |
| Elmhurst Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,064 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Elmhurst Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $2,300 | $9,468 |
| Elmhurst Gated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,537 | $2,900 | $4,999 |
| Elmhurst Gated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,193 | $3,500 | $5,600 |
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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 Gated Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Elmhurst?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Elmhurst is at Woodside Central listed at $2,430.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Elmhurst Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Elmhurst is $3,770.
What is the largest Gated Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Elmhurst is a 1,400 square feet unit starting from $4,695 at 2431 43rd St, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Elmhurst Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Elmhurst is currently at 926 sq ft.
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