Student Apartments for Rent near Elmhurst, NY (7 Rentals)

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Rentals in Elmhurst near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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1512 Dekalb Avenue
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1512 Dekalb Avenue

1512 DeKalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11237
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1567 Dekalb Avenue
Studio Apartments

1567 Dekalb Avenue

1567 Dekalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11237
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Parker Towers
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parker Towers

104-20-104-60 Queens BlvdForest Hills, NY 11375
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The Strand
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Strand

1881 Starr StRidgewood, NY 11385
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43-09 31st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43-09 31st Ave

43-09 31st AveAstoria, NY 11103
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81 Starr Co-Living
Studio Apartments

81 Starr Co-Living

81 Starr StBrooklyn, NY 11237
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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 Student Elmhurst Apartments

What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Elmhurst?

Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Elmhurst is at Shared/Private Rooms in Modern Co-Living Apt listed at $1,500.

How much is the average rent for a Student Elmhurst Apartment?

The average rent for a Student Apartment in Elmhurst is $1,647.

What is the largest Student Elmhurst Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Elmhurst is a 120 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at Shared/Private Rooms in Modern Co-Living Apt.

What is the average size for Elmhurst Student Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Student rental in Elmhurst is currently at sq ft.

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