
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Far Rockaway, NY from $1,000 (59 Rentals)
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176 Beach 97th St, Unit 3

Oceanview Associates

3112 Lewmay

Surfside Park Apartments

106-20 Shore Front Pky

12220 Ocean Promenade

Fairfield At Far Rockaway

BROOKHAVEN AVENUE - ROOM RENTAL, Unit ROOM 1

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259-62 148th Ave, Unit 1 bedroom apartment
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149-65-149257 257th St

Arverne View

243-12-243144 144th Ave

Fairfield At Cedarhurst

Fairfield Estates At Woodmere

112-30 Rockaway Beach Blvd

43 Columbia Ave

Fairfield Gables At Cedarhurst Village

356 Mulry Ln

3-60 Beach 88th St
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15 Van Brunt Rd

210 Pearl St

Fairfield Courtyard At Woodmere

1-39 Beach 122nd St, Unit 4D

3-35 Beach 87th St

1-25 Beach 124th St

29-33 Beach Channel Dr

The Tides At Arverne By The Sea

2-44 Beach Breeze Pl

1-57 Beach 25th St
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146-41 228th St, Unit 1st floor

157 Beach 25th, LL, Unit LL

62-61 De Costa Ave

Fairfield Lafayette Place At Woodmere

42-16 Rockaway Beach Blvd

The Plaza 360

142 McGlynn Pl

259-36 148th Rd

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25531 149th Ave, Unit Rosedale

Macedonia Senior Citizen Residence 62+
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Inwood Terrace

4750 Bedford Ave

178 Beach 92nd St

3022 Emmons Ave

107-10 Shore Front Pky

210 Brighton 15th Street

1120 Brighton Beach Avenue

The Ocean Villa

Shore View Apartments

35 Seacoast Terrace
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Far Rockaway, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Far Rockaway?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Far Rockaway Studio Apartments | $2,280 | $1,800 | $2,850 |
| Cheap Far Rockaway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $1,000 | $3,500 |
| Cheap Far Rockaway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,204 | $2,199 | $4,510 |
| Cheap Far Rockaway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,689 | $2,421 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Far Rockaway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,169 | $3,950 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Far Rockaway, NY
Pricing Updated: 09/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Far Rockaway, NY area range in price from $1,000 to $12,500 with an overall median price of $3,268. The three Far Rockaway neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Shore Queens at $3,200, Bayswater at $3,300, and Arverne at $3,500. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Far Rockaway Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Shore Queens | $3,200 | $1,000 | 125 |
| Bayswater | $3,300 | $1,000 | 11 |
| Arverne | $3,500 | $2,199 | 17 |
| Downtown Far Rockaway | $3,500 | $3,500 | 1 |
| Edgemere | $3,500 | $1,000 | 17 |
Cheapest Available Far Rockaway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Far Rockaway, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield At Far Rockaway in the JFK Airport neighborhood priced from $2,195. Arverne View in the Edgemere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Far Rockaway apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield At Far Rockaway | Residence A | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Arverne View | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Fairfield At Cedarhurst | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
| Fairfield Estates At Woodmere | The Atlantic II | Studio,1BA | $2,235 |
| Fairfield Gables At Cedarhurst Village | The Neuberg | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Fairfield Cedarhurst Court | The Linwood | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park House | Residence D5 | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Fairfield Courtyard At Woodmere | The Malverne | 1BR,1BA | $2,785 |
| The Tides At Arverne By The Sea | Type SC | Studio,1BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far Rockaway, NY
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Far Rockaway area is the $1.46 price per square foot 2317 Regina Ave Model at 2317 Regina Ave, Unit Upper Level in the in the JFK Airport neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Far Rockaway apartment is the 245-53 149th Ave Model at 245-53 149th Ave, Unit #1 starting at $3,400 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Rochdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Far Rockaway apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2317 Regina Ave, Unit Upper Level | 2317 Regina Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| 245-53 149th Ave, Unit #1 | 245-53 149th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| 176 Beach 97th St, Unit 3 | 176 Beach 97th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| The Plaza 360 | Residence 409 | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| 25531 149th Ave, Unit Rosedale | 25531 149th Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.67 |
| Fairfield Townhouses At Lawrence | The Belvere | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.77 |
| Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park House | Residence D5 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Fairfield Lafayette Place At Woodmere | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Arverne View | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 146-41 228th St, Unit 1st floor | 146-41 228th St | 3BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Far Rockaway Overview
Far Rockaway is a neighborhood of Queens, which is a borough of New York City. Far Rockaway is located on the eastern end of a peninsula known as the Rockaways. Other neighborhoods on this peninsula include Edgemere, Arverne, Hammels, Rockaway Beach, Rockaway Park, Belle Harbor, Neponsit, and more. The entire peninsula is home to about 120,000 people across 11 square miles, but Far Rockaway itself has about 70,000 residents in just under three square miles. It's a great place to work, live, and raise a family while still enjoying a small town feel near the big city.
Why live in Far Rockaway, NY?
Far Rockaway is a special part of Queens because of its eclectic charm. You get the feeling of a small suburban town while still being close to the opportunities a major city provides. Plus, you have gorgeous views of the Atlantic Ocean just steps away all year long. There are plenty of ways to get outside and get active from the skate park to basketball courts, to playgrounds and parks, as well as the boardwalk with all of its shops and restaurants.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Far Rockaway Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Far Rockaway?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Far Rockaway is under $2,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Far Rockaway?
The cheapest apartment in Far Rockaway is Fairfield At Cedarhurst which is listed at $2,220, while the average apartment in Far Rockaway costs $3,268.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Far Rockaway?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Far Rockaway that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Far Rockaway?
Cheap apartments in Far Rockaway have an average cost of $377 which is $2,891 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Far Rockaway.
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