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28-02 Jackson AveLong Island City, NY 11101
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4310 49th St
4310 49th StLong Island City, NY 11104
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34-12 29th St
34-12 29th StLong Island City, NY 11106
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31-57 44th StLong Island City, NY 11103
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Gantry Park Landing
2-14 50th AveLong Island City, NY 11101
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36-06 30th St
36-06 30th StLong Island City, NY 11106
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3616 30th St
3616 30th StLong Island City, NY 11106
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Vernon Tower
3143 Vernon BlvdLong Island City, NY 11106
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25-95 45th St
25-95 45th StLong Island City, NY 11103
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29-28 41st Ave
29-28 41st AveLong Island City, NY 11101
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Packard Square
4134 Crescent StLong Island City, NY 11101
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Ely Court
2305-2315 30th AveLong Island City, NY 11102
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The Pearson Court Square
4550 Pearson StLong Island City, NY 11101
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31-25 41st St
31-25 41st StLong Island City, NY 11103
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122 India St, Unit 2B
122 India StBrooklyn, NY 11222
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The Reserve
215 E 124th StNew York, NY 10035
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122 India St
122 India StBrooklyn, NY 11222
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130 India StBrooklyn, NY 11222
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1987 Madison Ave
1987 Madison AveNew York, NY 10035
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61 STREET B, Unit B
37-12-37-61 61st StQueens, NY 11377
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18-46 21st Rd, Unit One
18-46 21st RdQueens, NY 11105
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6710 52nd RdMaspeth, NY 11378
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The Carolina
1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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Sendero Verde - Affordable
1681 Madison AveNew York, NY 10029
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Riverwalk Park
460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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Crossroads Plaza: Phase II
501 Southern BlvdBronx, NY 10455
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2336 31st DrAstoria, NY 11106
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Astoria Senior Citizen Residence 62+
21-05 30th DrAstoria, NY 11102
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30-07 Astoria Blvd
30-07 Astoria BlvdAstoria, NY 11102
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1512 Dekalb Avenue
1512 DeKalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11237
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1630-1636 Park Ave
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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14 St Marks Pl
14 St Marks PlNew York, NY 10003
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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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1366 York Ave
1366 York AveNew York, NY 10021
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160 East 107
160 E 107th StNew York, NY 10029
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574 East 139th Street
574 E 139th StBronx, NY 10454
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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 | $4,100 | $1,300 | $8,000 |
| Cheap Long Island City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,092 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,709 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,841 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,560 | $1,695 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,913 | $6,750 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island City, NY
Pricing Updated: 08/31/2026Current apartment rentals in the Long Island City, NY area range in price from $1,900 to $25,221 with an overall median price of $4,601. The three Long Island City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sunnyside at $3,630, Downtown Astoria at $3,817, and Halletts Cove at $3,876. 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 | $3,630 | $1,900 | 30 |
| Downtown Astoria | $3,817 | $2,675 | 42 |
| Halletts Cove | $3,876 | $2,675 | 28 |
| Blissville | $3,895 | $2,400 | 4 |
| LIC | $4,025 | $1,900 | 41 |
| Queens Bridge | $4,747 | $2,500 | 50 |
| Ravenswood | $4,950 | $2,500 | 52 |
| Hunters Point South | $5,031 | $1,950 | 194 |
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 (L3) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Long Island City area is the $2.75 price per square foot 3156 31st St Model at 3156 31st St, Unit 4 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Long Island City apartment is the 240 E 112th St Model at 240 E 112th St, Unit 2 starting at $4,000 with a $2.67 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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| 3156 31st St, Unit 4 | 3156 31st St | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 240 E 112th St, Unit 2 | 240 E 112th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.67 |
| 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 | 2431 43rd St | 3BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 6023 54th Pl, Unit 1R | 6023 54th Pl | 3BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| 3130 68th St, Unit Studio Apartment Woodside | 3130 68th St | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
| 2136 47th St, Unit 1 | 2136 47th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 4305 49th St, Unit 3 | 4305 49th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 18-46 21st Rd, Unit One | 18-46 21st Rd | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
| 130 India St, Unit 3 | 130 India St | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| 122 India St, Unit 2B | 122 India St | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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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 $1,595.
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 $4,601.
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 34 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 $1,702 which is $2,899 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Long Island City.
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