
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elmont, NY from $800 (67 Rentals)
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200 Claridge Ave

441 Meacham Ave

108-54 217th Pl

224-42 Braddock Ave

88-27 208th St

South Grove Apartments

93-18 240th St

8 Winthrop St

LINDEN BOULEVARD, Unit 1
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JAMAICA AVENUE, Unit 1

145 New Hyde Park Rd

76-37 Commonwealth Blvd

86-32 231st St

66-70 Tulip Avenue

1003 Rottkamp St

246 Jericho Tpke

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10 Granger Ave, Unit 1B, Unit 1B

45 Benedict Ave

1100 Peterhoff Ave
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260-16 Hillside Ave.

139 New Hyde Park Rd

145 Tulip Ave

21 N Grove St

626 Stewart Ave

Valley Stream Garden Apartments

211-57 Jamaica Ave

206-03 Jamaica Ave

253-37-253-85 85th Rd

89-51 241st St
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The Promenade at Valley Stream

322 Jericho Tpke

239-13 86th Ave

256-10 Hillside Ave.

205-09 Jamaica Ave

The Vantage

Fairfield Estates At Stewart Manor

218-36 133rd Rd

218-36 133rd Rd, Unit 2nd floor

244-10 Jericho Tpke
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353 W Jamaica Ave

625 Tulip Ave

243-01 130th Ave

121 Carroll Ave

Royal Oaks Garden Apartments

94-40 210TH ST

21601 Hillside Ave

62 Tulip Avenue

Parkview Estates

47 Church St
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Elmont, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Elmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $1,500 | $3,811 |
| Cheap Elmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $2,250 | $4,326 |
| Cheap Elmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,481 | $2,750 | $4,590 |
| Cheap Elmont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,150 | $3,800 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Elmont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elmont, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at South Grove Apartments in the Central Valley Stream neighborhood priced from $2,000. 66-70 Tulip Avenue in the North End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmont apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Grove Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 66-70 Tulip Avenue | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Fairfield Estates At Stewart Manor | One Bedroom 595SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| The Vantage | 1 br | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| The Promenade at Valley Stream | Delos | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Fairfield Metro at Floral Park | 704SF RESIDENCE | 1BR,1BA | $3,130 |
| The Hawthorne | Whitman | 1BR,1BA | $3,811 |
| Fairfield Townhouse at Valley Stream | Triplex 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Plus Garage | 3BR,2BA | $4,590 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmont, NY
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmont area is the $2.40 price per square foot 10 Granger Ave Model at 10 Granger Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Colonial Gardens neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Elmont apartment is the 1br Model at South Grove Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Central Valley Stream neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Granger Ave, Unit 1B | 10 Granger Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| South Grove Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Hawthorne | Whitman | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| 66-70 Tulip Avenue | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| The Promenade at Valley Stream | Delos | 1BR,1BA | $4.67 |
| The Vantage | 1 br | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| 162 Queens Ave, Unit Basement apartment | 162 Queens Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Fairfield Estates At Stewart Manor | One Bedroom 595SF | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmont Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmont Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmont Apartment is $2,000 at South Grove Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elmont Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmont is starting from $3,250 at Fairfield Estates At Stewart Manor.
What is the most affordable Elmont Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elmont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield Townhouse at Valley Stream and starts from $4,590.
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