Cheap Homes for Rent in Fresh Meadows, NY from $1,000 (36 Rentals)

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property at 20309 33rd Ave

$1,000

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20309 33rd Ave

BaysideNY11361
property at 16803 Jamaica Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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16803 Jamaica Ave

JamaicaNY11432
property at 152-18 Union Tpke

$1,950

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$1,950

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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152-18 Union Tpke, Unit 8S

152-18 Union Tpke
QueensNY11367

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property at 83-21 Lefferts Blvd

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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83-21 Lefferts Blvd

QueensNY11415
property at 140-17 84th Dr

$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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140-17 84th Dr

QueensNY11435

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property at 2502 169th St

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2502 169th St

FlushingNY11358
property at 132-30 Sanford Ave

$2,300

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$2,300

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132-30 Sanford Ave, Unit 4Af

132-30 Sanford Ave
QueensNY11355
property at 84-55 Daniels St

$2,300

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$2,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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84-55 Daniels St, Unit 5H

84-55 Daniels St
QueensNY11435

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property at 141-02 Pershing Crescent

$2,500

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141-02 Pershing Crescent, Unit 4

141-02 Pershing Crescent
QueensNY11435

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Fresh Meadows, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fresh Meadows, NY

Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Hillcrest$3,350$2,3005
Utopia$3,900$1,45099
Cunningham Park$4,500$1,45091

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
91-35 195th StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Fairfield Tudor at AuburndaleOne Bedroom Residence 7A1BR,1BA$2,125
ParkHill CityStudioStudio,1BA$2,250
The BenningtonStudioStudio,1BA$2,250
Rose TerraceModel 1A1BR,1BA$2,500
Parkhill CityOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2,500
Yorkside Towers IIModel 1A1BR,1BA$2,500
Ruby SquareStudioStudio,1BA$2,550
136-14-136-18 Northern BlvdModel 1 A1BR,1BA$2,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fresh Meadows, NY and Nearby

As of June 12, 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 9347 202nd St Model at 9347 202nd St, Unit 202 starting at $3,100 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Locustwood Gotham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fresh Meadows apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Q-East2 BR, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.87
9347 202nd St, Unit 2029347 202nd St4BR,1BA$2.82
MODA2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$3.07
2710 Parsons Blvd, Unit Unit12710 Parsons Blvd1BR,1BA$0.80
North Main TowersModel 2A2BR,1BA$3.17
17812 90th Ave, Unit 90 ave17812 90th Ave2BR,2BA$3.33
21421 47th Ave, Unit 2nd Fl21421 47th Ave2BR,1BA$3.64
Rose TerraceModel 1A1BR,1BA$3.85
The BenningtonModel 1A1BR,1BA$4.00
136-14-136-18 Northern BlvdModel 1 A1BR,1BA$4.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fresh Meadows

What type of rentals are currently available in Fresh Meadows?

There are currently 2033 Apartments for Rent in Fresh Meadows, NY with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,000. There are also 171 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fresh Meadows ranging from $1,000 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fresh Meadows?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fresh Meadows ranges from $1,000 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,400.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fresh Meadows?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fresh Meadows range from $2,750 to $4,710, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,600.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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