Cheap Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY from $300 (33 Rentals)

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4310 49th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4310 49th St

4310 49th StLong Island City, NY 11104
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The Carolina
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Carolina

1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029

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Riverwalk Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Park

460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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L @ 31st Drive
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

L @ 31st Drive

2336 31st DrAstoria, NY 11106
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30-07 Astoria Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

30-07 Astoria Blvd

30-07 Astoria BlvdAstoria, NY 11102
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1512 Dekalb Avenue
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1512 Dekalb Avenue

1512 DeKalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11237
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1630-1636 Park Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1630-1636 Park Ave

1630-1636 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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216 E 83rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

216 E 83rd St

216 E 83rd StNew York, NY 10028
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147 E 30th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

147 E 30th St

147 E 30th StNew York, NY 10016
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6107 Woodside Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6107 Woodside Ave

6107 Woodside AveWoodside, NY 11377
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407 E 88th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

407 E 88th St

407 E 88th StNew York, NY 10128
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630 Concord Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

630 Concord Ave

630 Concord AveBronx, NY 10455
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Kings Henry
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Henry

40-30 75th StElmhurst, NY 11373
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160 East 107
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

160 East 107

160 E 107th StNew York, NY 10029
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1366 York Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1366 York Ave

1366 York AveNew York, NY 10021
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75-06 Woodside Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

75-06 Woodside Ave

75-06 Woodside AveFlushing, NY 11373
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Georgian Hall
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Georgian Hall

8301 37th AveFlushing, NY 11372
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43-17 49th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

43-17 49th St

43-17 49th StSunnyside, NY 11104
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47-19 44th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

47-19 44th St

47-19 44th StFlushing, NY 11377
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410 E 81st St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

410 E 81st St

410 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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3565 85th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3565 85th St

3565 85th StJackson Heights, NY 11372
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418 East 81st Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island City, NY

Pricing Updated: 09/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Long Island City, NY area range in price from $1,150 to $9,950 with an overall median price of $5,353. The three Long Island City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ravenswood at $1,340, Sunnyside at $2,395, and Halletts Cove at $2,300. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Long Island City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ravenswood$3,825$1,3406
Sunnyside$3,850$2,3957
Halletts Cove$4,200$2,30016
Downtown Astoria$4,225$1,15044
LIC$4,800$1,33047
Blissville$6,500$3,7006
Queens Bridge$7,050$3,4008
Hunters Point South$8,375$2,8958

Cheapest Available Long Island City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Island City, NY is a Studio unit found at 14 St Marks Pl in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood priced from $1,200. The Reserve in the Uptown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Island City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
14 St Marks PlSTUStudio,$1,200
The ReserveFurnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (M4)4BR,2BA$1,595
Third at BanksideSNStudio,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Long Island City area is the $2.08 price per square foot 3745 59th St Model at 3745 59th St, Unit 1st Flr in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,250. The second greatest value Long Island City apartment is the 8020 Grand Central Pky Model at 8020 Grand Central Pky, Unit 1 starting at $2,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Astoria Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Island City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3745 59th St, Unit 1st Flr3745 59th St3BR,3BA$2.08
8020 Grand Central Pky, Unit 18020 Grand Central Pky2BR,1BA$1.25
2431 43rd St, Unit 22431 43rd St3BR,1.5BA$2.86
2819 21st Ave, Unit 22819 21st Ave3BR,1BA$2.54
1922 23rd Dr, Unit 1r1922 23rd Dr2BR,1BA$2.71
12 Olive St12 Olive St2BR,1BA$2.54
3250 34th St, Unit 3 floor3250 34th St2BR,1BA$2.81
6158 56th St, Unit 26158 56th St1BR,1BA$1.13
3442 84th St, Unit 3rd floor3442 84th St1BR,1BA$2.88
4305 49th St, Unit 14305 49th StStudio ,1BA$3.17

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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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Getting Around Long Island City, NY

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

96 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Long Island City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Long Island City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Long Island City is at 14 St Marks Pl listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Island City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Island City Apartment is $2,550 at 41-35 67th St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Long Island City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Long Island City is starting from $3,215 at Woodside Central.

What is the most affordable Long Island City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Long Island City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve and starts from $4,516.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.