
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fresh Meadows, NY from $800 (148 Rentals)
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20309 33rd Ave

91-35 195th Street

144-46 38th Ave

149-35 Northern Blvd

149-08 41st Ave

84-49-84168 168th St

87-20-87175 175th St

69 ROAD, Unit 3

88-27 208th St
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LINDEN BOULEVARD, Unit 1

197-13 Jamaica Ave

93-18 240th St

200-10 32nd Ave

Fairfield Tudor at Auburndale

JAMAICA AVENUE, Unit 1

212-26 Jamaica Ave

120-15 Jamaica Ave

199-14 32nd Ave

86-32 231st St
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168-10 Crocheron Ave

133-08 41st Rd

148-16 87th Ave

21308 73rd Ave, Unit 3 Floor

2502 169th St

78-37 Main St

150-25-150-72 72nd Rd

ParkHill City

Holliswood Apartments

143-28 Cherry Ave
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Crystal Apartments

Cambridge Hall

193-20 Jamaica Ave

107-33 115th St

134-37 Maple Ave

170-10 Cedarcroft Rd

The Noll & Grove

300 Burns St

E

164-30 Hillside Ave
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Turian House

82-30 Hoover Ave

42-43 147th St

88-09 148th St

Auburndale House

4169 Parsons Blvd

43-39 158th St

14725 Northern Blvd

147-03 Northern Blvd

Royal Oaks Garden Apartments
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Fresh Meadows, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fresh Meadows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Meadows Studio Apartments | $2,316 | $1,450 | $3,450 |
| Fresh Meadows 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $1,850 | $3,700 |
| Fresh Meadows 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,031 | $2,200 | $6,000 |
| Fresh Meadows 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,402 | $2,750 | $4,710 |
| Fresh Meadows 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,610 | $2,600 | $4,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fresh Meadows, NY
Pricing Updated: 06/01/2026Current apartment rentals in the Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cunningham Park | $3,300 | $1,450 | 80 |
| Hillcrest | $3,600 | $1,900 | 8 |
| Utopia | $4,100 | $1,450 | 89 |
Cheapest Available Fresh Meadows Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fresh Meadows, NY is a Studio unit found at 91-35 195th Street in the Jamaica Estates neighborhood priced from $1,450. Fairfield Tudor at Auburndale in the Clearview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fresh Meadows apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91-35 195th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Fairfield Tudor at Auburndale | One Bedroom Residence 7A | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| The Bennington | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| ParkHill City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Yorkside Towers II | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Rose Terrace | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Parkhill City | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 136-14-136-18 Northern Blvd | Model 1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| Ruby Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
| Cara Terrace | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fresh Meadows, NY and Nearby
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fresh Meadows area is the $2.87 price per square foot 2 BR, 2 Baths Model at Q-East in the in the Hill Crest neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Fresh Meadows apartment is the 3bed 2 bath Model at 11315 76th Rd starting at $3,100 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Kew Gardens Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fresh Meadows apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q-East | 2 BR, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| 11315 76th Rd | 3bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| 11543 Mexico St, Unit 2nd Fl / finished Attic | 11543 Mexico St | 3BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| North Main Towers | Model 2A | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 21421 47th Ave, Unit 2nd Fl | 21421 47th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| MODA | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| The Bennington | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Rose Terrace | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| 136-14-136-18 Northern Blvd | Model 1 A | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| 91-35 195th Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fresh Meadows Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fresh Meadows?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fresh Meadows is at 91-35 195th Street listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fresh Meadows Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fresh Meadows Apartment is $2,125 at Fairfield Tudor at Auburndale.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fresh Meadows Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fresh Meadows is starting from $2,850 at The Bennington.
What is the most affordable Fresh Meadows Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fresh Meadows Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 11315 76th Rd and starts from $3,100.
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