Cheap Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY from $300 (35 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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56-25 Remsen Pl

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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 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
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 Apartments

Kings Henry

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

410 E 81st St

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

3565 85th St

3565 85th StJackson Heights, NY 11372
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418 East 81st Street
1 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: 08/04/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Long Island City, NY area range in price from $1,249 to $26,257 with an overall median price of $5,803. The three Long Island City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sunnyside at $1,999, Downtown Astoria at $1,249, and Ravenswood at $1,249. 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
Sunnyside$3,100$1,9993
Downtown Astoria$3,799$1,24949
Ravenswood$4,825$1,2498
Halletts Cove$5,207$2,24951
LIC$5,495$1,24961
Queens Bridge$7,205$3,15021
Blissville$8,000$3,4003
Hunters Point South$8,800$1,900288

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 $1,855. 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 Reserve4 Bed 2 Bath - B4BR,2BA$1,855
224 E 59th StFurnished Room2BR,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Long Island City area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2607 9th St Model at 2607 9th St, Unit Mahmuda Rahman in the in the Yorkville neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Long Island City apartment is the 2607 9th St Model at 2607 9th St, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $4,500 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Yorkville 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.
2607 9th St, Unit Mahmuda Rahman2607 9th St3BR,2BA$2.14
2607 9th St, Unit 2nd Floor2607 9th St4BR,1.5BA$2.25
3038 71st St, Unit 3rd Floor3038 71st St2BR,1BA$1.50
2431 43rd St, Unit 22431 43rd St3BR,1.5BA$2.86
2519 Curtis St, Unit 22519 Curtis St3BR,1BA$2.15
2548 14th Pl, Unit 22548 14th Pl4BR,2BA$3.04
The Reserve4 Bed 2 Bath - H4BR,2BA$1.85
6102 43rd Ave, Unit 16102 43rd Ave2BR,1BA$2.94
6158 56th St, Unit 26158 56th St2BR,1BA$2.50
122 India St, Unit 3c122 India St1BR,1BA$3.10

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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 $2,800 at Woodside Central.

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 $2,200 at 224 E 59th St.

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 123-127 Boerum St and starts from $4,599.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.