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2 Jackson Park
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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524 Timpson Pl, Unit #5a studio
524 Timpson PlBronx, NY 10455
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120 India St, Unit 122
120 India StBrooklyn, NY 11222
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524 Timpson Pl, Unit apt#1
524 Timpson PlBronx, NY 10455
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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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L @ 31st Drive
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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Hallets Cove Senior Citizen Residence 62+
1420 27th AveAstoria, NY 11102
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Kings Henry
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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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 St
43-17 49th StSunnyside, NY 11104
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47-19 44th St
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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418 East 81st Street
418 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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236-238 E 78th St
236-238 E 78th StNew York, NY 10075
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3565 85th St
3565 85th StJackson Heights, NY 11372
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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 | $4,131 | $1,600 | $8,596 |
| Cheap Long Island City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,239 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,620 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,506 | $2,510 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Long Island City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,643 | $1,708 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,150 | $5,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island City, NY
Pricing Updated: 06/01/2026Current apartment rentals in the Long Island City, NY area range in price from $1,900 to $22,000 with an overall median price of $7,572. The three Long Island City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sunnyside at $2,650, Downtown Astoria at $1,950, and LIC at $2,400. 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 | $3,600 | $2,650 | 4 |
| Downtown Astoria | $4,500 | $1,950 | 21 |
| LIC | $4,500 | $2,400 | 27 |
| Halletts Cove | $5,240 | $2,400 | 15 |
| Ravenswood | $6,180 | $2,400 | 4 |
| Queens Bridge | $7,583 | $2,650 | 9 |
| Blissville | $9,474 | $2,400 | 3 |
| Hunters Point South | $19,500 | $1,900 | 209 |
Cheapest Available Long Island City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Island City, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve in the Uptown neighborhood priced from $1,595. 154 East 37th Street in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Island City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve | Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (O4) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| 154 East 37th Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| 41-32 53rd Street | Unit 12 | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
| Woodside Central | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Long Island City area is the $3.21 price per square foot 2431 43rd St Model at 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 in the in the Astoria Heights neighborhood starting from $4,494. The second greatest value Long Island City apartment is the 1816 21st Dr Model at 1816 21st Dr, Unit 2F starting at $4,599 with a $3.83 price per square foot in the East Harlem 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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| 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 | 2431 43rd St | 3BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 1816 21st Dr, Unit 2F | 1816 21st Dr | 2BR,2BA | $3.83 |
| 699 Prospect Ave, Unit #2 | 699 Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 3404 76th St, Unit 1 | 3404 76th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| 3707 36th Ave, Unit 3 | 3707 36th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 6102 43rd Ave, Unit 2 | 6102 43rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 2122 43rd St, Unit 3 | 2122 43rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 3212 23rd St, Unit 3 | 3212 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| 6638 53rd Ave, Unit Apartment 2 | 6638 53rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 6094 Flushing Ave, Unit 6094 Flushing Avenue | 6094 Flushing Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.73 |
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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 $2,675.
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 $2,775, while the average apartment in Long Island City costs $7,572.
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 38 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 $1,887 which is $5,685 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Long Island City.
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