
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Queens Neighborhood of Jamaica, NY from $900 (98 Rentals)
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The Noll & Grove

170-10 Cedarcroft Rd

164-30 Hillside Ave

82-30 Hoover Ave

88-09 148th St

15001 88th Ave

164-03 89th Ave

162-20 89th Ave

9160 193rd St
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Hudson House

Kings Park 148

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Lovag Hall

Alsop Court

Americana Tower

Parsons Manor

Park House Luxury Apartments

8921 153rd St

166-05 88th Ave
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91-59 191st St

89-15 144th St

88-15 144th St

BelAir Park

87-87 171st St

94-40 210TH ST

Briar Wyck

90-36 149th St

90-10 149th St

195-24 LCC
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Hillside Place

87-24 115TH ST

Park Haven

14136 84th Rd

The Regency

Hillside Gardens

Elmbr Court

The Dorset

84-14 143rd St

Jamaica Seven Luxury Apartments
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Briarwood Terrace

Belair Park

235 Fieldmere St

Total Monthly Price
529 Crescent St, Unit First Floor Front

91-35 195th Street

145 145th Dr

Total Monthly Price
259-62 148th Ave, Unit 1 bedroom apartment

76-66 Austin St

67-41 Burns St

149-65-149257 257th St
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Southeast Queens, Jamaica, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Queens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Queens Studio Apartments | $2,281 | $1,450 | $4,000 |
| Southeast Queens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $1,450 | $4,000 |
| Southeast Queens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,988 | $2,100 | $4,500 |
| Southeast Queens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,504 | $2,450 | $4,750 |
| Southeast Queens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,093 | $3,400 | $4,900 |
| Southeast Queens 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,600 | $3,700 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 98 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Queens Neighborhood of Jamaica, NY.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Queens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Queens area of Jamaica, NY is a Studio unit found at 91-35 195th Street priced from $1,450. LeFrak City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,015. Here are the most affordable Southeast Queens apartments for rent in Jamaica, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91-35 195th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| LeFrak City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,015 |
| Fairfield Tudor At Hewlett | Residence 6A | Studio,1BA | $2,035 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Queens, NY
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Queens area is the $1.61 price per square foot 10209 221st St Model at 10209 221st St in the in the North End neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Southeast Queens apartment is the 12817 143rd St Model at 12817 143rd St, Unit Base starting at $2,600 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Rochdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Queens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10209 221st St | 10209 221st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 12817 143rd St, Unit Base | 12817 143rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 9421 85th Rd | 9421 85th Rd | 3BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| 23939 148th Ave, Unit 2 | 23939 148th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| 10528 Van Wyck Expy, Unit 1st Floor/Lower Level | 10528 Van Wyck Expy | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 13517 230th St, Unit A | 13517 230th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Fairfield Tudor At Hewlett | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| South Grove Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 529 Crescent St, Unit First Floor Front | 529 Crescent St | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 6148 219th St, Unit walking | 6148 219th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Best Local Schools in Southeast Queens, Jamaica, NY
Ps 140 Edward K Ellington
JHS 8 Richard S Grossley
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Queens Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southeast Queens?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southeast Queens is at 91-35 195th Street listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Queens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Queens Apartment is $2,150 at South Grove Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Queens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Queens is starting from $2,700 at Maple Crest Apartments at Valley Stream.
What is the most affordable Southeast Queens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southeast Queens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 89-61 162nd St and starts from $3,200.
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