Cheap Apartments for Rent in Far Rockaway, NY from $1,000 (45 Rentals)

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Oceanview Associates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oceanview Associates

146 Beach 24Th StFar Rockaway, NY 11691
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3112  Lewmay
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3112 Lewmay

31-10 Lewmay RdFar Rockaway, NY 11691
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Surfside Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Surfside Park Apartments

106-10 Shore Front PkyFar Rockaway, NY 11694
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106-20 Shore Front Pky
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

106-20 Shore Front Pky

106-20 Shore Front PkyFar Rockaway, NY 11694
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12220 Ocean Promenade
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

12220 Ocean Promenade

12220 Ocean PromenadeFar Rockaway, NY 11694
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Fairfield At Far Rockaway
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairfield At Far Rockaway

707 Beach 9th StFar Rockaway, NY 11691
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Inwood Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Inwood Terrace

385 Bayview AveInwood, NY 11096

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4750 Bedford Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4750 Bedford Ave

4750 Bedford AveBrooklyn, NY 11235
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178 Beach 92nd St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

178 Beach 92nd St

178 Beach 92nd StRockaway Beach, NY 11693
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210 Brighton 15th Street
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

210 Brighton 15th Street

200-210 Brighton 15th StBrooklyn, NY 11235
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3022 Emmons Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3022 Emmons Ave

3022 Emmons AveBrooklyn, NY 11235
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107-10 Shore Front Pky
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

107-10 Shore Front Pky

107-10 Shore Front PkyRockaway Park, NY 11694
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The Ocean Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Ocean Villa

123-11 Rockaway Beach BlvdRockaway Park, NY 11694
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Shore View Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Shore View Apartments

92-02-92-80 Holland AveRockaway Beach, NY 11693

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Far Rockaway, NY

Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Far Rockaway, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Far Rockaway Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Arverne$2,500$2,5001
Downtown Far Rockaway$3,300$2,4002
Bayswater$3,811$3,8111
South Shore Queens$75,000$90058

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairfield At Far RockawayResidence AStudio,1BA$2,195
Arverne View2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,199
Fairfield At CedarhurstOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,200
Fairfield Estates At WoodmereThe Atlantic IIStudio,1BA$2,215
Fairfield Gables At Cedarhurst VillageThe Neuberg1BR,1BA$2,350
Fairfield Cedarhurst CourtThe Linwood1BR,1BA$2,450
Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park HouseResidence D52BR,1BA$2,500
11817 Rockaway Beach Blvd2 BR apartment2BR,1BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far Rockaway, NY

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Far Rockaway area is the $3.54 price per square foot Residence 409 Model at The Plaza 360 in the in the Business District neighborhood starting from $4,465. The second greatest value Far Rockaway apartment is the 463 Beach 68th St Model at 463 Beach 68th St, Unit 4 bed 2 bath for 3 bed price starting at $3,500 with a $2.87 price per square foot in the Somerville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Far Rockaway apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Plaza 360Residence 4092BR,2BA$3.54
463 Beach 68th St, Unit 4 bed 2 bath for 3 bed price463 Beach 68th St4BR,2BA$2.87
2722 E 26th St, Unit 22722 E 26th St2BR,2BA$2.67
Fairfield Townhouses At LawrenceThe Causeway2BR,2.5BA$3.73
173 Beach 96th St, Unit 2 bed 1 bath by the beach173 Beach 96th St2BR,1BA$2.73
Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park HouseResidence D52BR,1BA$2.47
25962 148th Ave, Unit I st Floor25962 148th Ave3BR,1BA$3.30
Fairfield Lafayette Place At Woodmere3 Beds, 1 bath3BR,1BA$3.39
Arverne View2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.67
11817 Rockaway Beach Blvd2 BR apartment2BR,1BA$3.57

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Far Rockaway?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Far Rockaway is at Fairfield At Far Rockaway listed at $2,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Far Rockaway Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Far Rockaway Apartment is $2,200 at Fairfield At Cedarhurst.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Far Rockaway Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Far Rockaway is starting from $2,199 at Arverne View.

What is the most affordable Far Rockaway Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Far Rockaway Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arverne View and starts from $2,421.

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