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4310 49th StLong Island City, NY 11104
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14 St Marks PlNew York, NY 10003
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122 India St
122 India StBrooklyn, NY 11222
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122 India StBrooklyn, NY 11222
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524 Timpson PlBronx, NY 10455
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1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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1681 Madison AveNew York, NY 10029
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460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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Crossroads Plaza: Phase II
501 Southern BlvdBronx, NY 10455
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21-05 30th DrAstoria, NY 11102
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30-07 Astoria BlvdAstoria, NY 11102
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1512 DeKalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11237
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1630-1636 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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216 E 83rd St
216 E 83rd StNew York, NY 10028
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147 E 30th St
147 E 30th StNew York, NY 10016
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6107 Woodside Ave
6107 Woodside AveWoodside, NY 11377
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407 E 88th St
407 E 88th StNew York, NY 10128
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630 Concord Ave
630 Concord AveBronx, NY 10455
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James Lenox House- 55 and Over- NYC Residents
49 E 73rd StNew York, NY 10021
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1420 27th AveAstoria, NY 11102
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40-30 75th StElmhurst, NY 11373
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160 East 107
160 E 107th StNew York, NY 10029
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1366 York Ave
1366 York AveNew York, NY 10021
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574 East 139th Street
574 E 139th StBronx, NY 10454
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75-06 Woodside Ave
75-06 Woodside AveFlushing, NY 11373
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Georgian Hall
8301 37th AveFlushing, NY 11372
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43-17 49th StSunnyside, NY 11104
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47-19 44th StFlushing, NY 11377
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410 E 81st St
410 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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3565 85th St
3565 85th StJackson Heights, NY 11372
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236-238 E 78th St
236-238 E 78th StNew York, NY 10075
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418 East 81st Street
418 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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Long Island City, NY Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Long Island City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Long Island City Studio Apartments | $4,154 | $1,195 | $8,000 |
| Cheap Long Island City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,193 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,621 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,285 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,552 | $1,879 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,598 | $4,000 | $9,995 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island City, NY
Pricing Updated: 07/16/2026Current apartment rentals in the Long Island City, NY area range in price from $1,950 to $22,000 with an overall median price of $8,467. The three Long Island City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sunnyside at $2,850, Downtown Astoria at $2,000, and Ravenswood at $2,650. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Long Island City Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Sunnyside | $3,950 | $2,850 | 3 |
| Downtown Astoria | $4,400 | $2,000 | 40 |
| Ravenswood | $4,645 | $2,650 | 7 |
| Halletts Cove | $5,366 | $2,000 | 24 |
| LIC | $5,650 | $2,595 | 38 |
| Queens Bridge | $6,826 | $2,650 | 14 |
| Blissville | $17,402 | $5,500 | 1 |
| Hunters Point South | $19,500 | $1,950 | 223 |
Cheapest Available Long Island City Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve | Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (O3) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| Woodside Central | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,430 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Long Island City area is the $3.00 price per square foot 231 E 110th St Model at 231 E 110th St, Unit 1 in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $5,995. The second greatest value Long Island City apartment is the 217 E 111th St Model at 217 E 111th St, Unit A starting at $3,000 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Island City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 231 E 110th St, Unit 1 | 231 E 110th St | 4BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| 217 E 111th St, Unit A | 217 E 111th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 5917 59th Dr | 5917 59th Dr | 4BR,1.5BA | $3.33 |
| 699 Prospect Ave, Unit Unit #4 | 699 Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 6011 44th Ave, Unit Basement | 6011 44th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 6710 52nd Rd, Unit 2 | 6710 52nd Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 5947 58th Ave, Unit 2nd Fl | 5947 58th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| 130 India St, Unit 3 | 130 India St | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 122 India St, Unit 2B | 122 India St | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 122 India St | 122 India St | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
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Long Island City Overview
Long Island City (LIC) is an example of urban renewal and re-zoning for mixed-use residential, commercial, and light industry. Today this former manufacturing center offers nightlife, restaurants, and art museums. It's a safe and clean place to live with multi-use rentals and a suburban-like setting for families. You'll also find numerous transportation options close to any Long Island City apartments you choose.
Why live in Long Island City, NY?
LIC is a place packed with culture, plenty to do and see, and a great place to raise a family close to everything the city has to offer. Not to mention, rent is slightly more affordable than other parts of the city. There are plenty of laptop-friendly coffee shops, bars, sports fields, and dining. With an array of transportation options, you can get around without a car. And if you do drive, there are numerous routes to explore.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Long Island City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Long Island City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Long Island City is under $2,430.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Long Island City?
The cheapest apartment in Long Island City is Woodside Central which is listed at $2,715, while the average apartment in Long Island City costs $8,467.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Long Island City?
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 14 regular apartments in Long Island City 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 Long Island City?
Cheap apartments in Long Island City have an average cost of $1,457 which is $7,010 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Long Island City.
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