
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY Under $1,200 (2 Rentals)
Rental terms in Long Island City as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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Long Island City, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Long Island City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Long Island City Studio Apartments | $4,550 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,495 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,591 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,286 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,026 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,435 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,335 | $1,675 | $9,450 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Long Island City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Long Island City?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Long Island City is at Outpost Club Williamsburg House (Furnished) listed at $1,900.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Long Island City Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Long Island City is $6,571.
What is the largest Short-term Long Island City Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Long Island City is a 5,918 square feet unit starting from $5,760 at 417 E 83rd St.
What is the average size for Long Island City Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Long Island City is currently at 763 sq ft.
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.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Written by: Sandy Baker
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