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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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property at 41-40 Denman St

41-40 Denman St

QueensNY11373
property at 65-36 99th St

65-36 99th St

QueensNY11374
property at 3440 Fulton St

3440 Fulton St

BrooklynNY11208

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 84-10 101st St

84-10 101st St

QueensNY11418
property at 98-39 65th Rd

98-39 65th Rd

QueensNY11374

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Elmhurst, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elmhurst Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elmhurst, NY is a Studio unit found at 94-25 57th Ave in the Bushwick neighborhood priced from $1,799. 47-05 45th Street in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmhurst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
94-25 57th AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,799
47-05 45th StreetStudioStudio,1BA$2,250
Royale at Highland Park21BR,1BA$2,350
41-32 53rd StreetUnit 12Studio,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, NY and Nearby

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $2.15 price per square foot 4215 Broadway Model at 4215 Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the Three Beds, Two Bath Model at LeFrak City starting at $3,730 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the LeFrak City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4215 Broadway, Unit 34215 Broadway2BR,1BA$2.15
LeFrak CityThree Beds, Two Bath3BR,2BA$2.91
2122 43rd St, Unit 12122 43rd St3BR,1.5BA$3.00
5413 Andrews Ave, Unit 2A5413 Andrews Ave2BR,1BA$2.29
6134 Linden St, Unit 1B6134 Linden St2BR,1BA$2.75
6466 Ellwell Cres, Unit #26466 Ellwell Cres2BR,1BA$2.83
62-42 99th St, Unit 1st Fl 99th ST62-42 99th St1BR,1BA$2.64
4830 91st Pl, Unit 34830 91st Pl1BR,1BA$2.67
Node HarmanPrivate Room in 3 Bed Shared Apt3BR,2BA$1.66
3033 86th St, Unit 1 L3033 86th St1BR,1BA$2.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elmhurst

What type of rentals are currently available in Elmhurst?

There are currently 6033 Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, NY with pricing that ranges from $850 to $7,270. There are also 196 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmhurst ranging from $800 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmhurst?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmhurst ranges from $800 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,100.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elmhurst?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elmhurst range from $1,120 to $6,182, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,020.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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