
Studio Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, NY (2,780 Rentals)


86-04 Grand Ave

8650 Dongan Ave

88-11 Elmhurst Ave

4018 Hampton St

60-70 Woodhaven Blvd

Pettit and Britton

42-22 Ketcham St

Justice Avenue Tower

4266 Ketcham St
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5311 90th St

4264 Ketcham St

76-05 47th Ave

4167 Judge St

87-35 Elmhurst Ave

7402 43rd Ave

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56-09 84th St

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7412 Woodside Ave

9457 44th Ave

9417A 46th Ave

4144 75th St

4209 Ithaca St

9523 43rd Ave

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4314 Forley St

93-38 43rd Ave

8926 43rd Ave

43-13 Judge St

82-25 Queens Blvd

74-26 Woodside Ave

85-03 57th Ave

9313 Lamont Ave

8812 Elmhurst Ave

8839 53rd Ave
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8105 Queens Blvd

8315 Queens Blvd

8716 Britton Ave

9411 59th Ave

4067 Ithaca St

84-14 Queens Blvd

5112 90th St

5114 Haspel St

9020 55th 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $2,993 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,586 | $1,100 | $6,082 |
| Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,304 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,548 | $1,950 | $5,995 |
| Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,088 | $3,000 | $5,299 |
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Largest Available Elmhurst Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Elmhurst, NY is found at Woodside Central in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood and is 611 square feet priced from $2,675. Parker Towers in the LeFrak City neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 531 square feet and currently listed start at $2,593. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Elmhurst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Central | Studio | 611 Sq Ft | $2,675 |
| Parker Towers | NR | 531 Sq Ft | $2,593 |
| The Alexander | S01: Res 7-27J | 516 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| Cara Terrace | Studio | 475 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
Cheapest Available Elmhurst Studio Apartments
As of March 23, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Elmhurst, NY is the Studio Model starting from $2,100 at Cara Terrace in the Pomonok neighborhood. The second most affordable Elmhurst Studio is the NR Model at Parker Towers starting at $2,593 in the LeFrak City neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Elmhurst is currently $2,993. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Elmhurst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cara Terrace | Studio | $2,100 |
| Parker Towers | NR | $2,593 |
| 41-32 53rd Street | Unit 12 | $2,650 |
| Woodside Central | Studio | $2,675 |
| The Alexander | S01: Res 7-27J | $2,895 |
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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 Studio Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Elmhurst with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Elmhurst is at Cara Terrace listed at $2,100.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Elmhurst Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Elmhurst is $2,993.
What is the largest available Studio Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elmhurst is a 611 square feet unit starting from $2,675 at Woodside Central.
What is the average size for Elmhurst Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Elmhurst is currently 497 sq ft.
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