
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Astoria Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY (1,534 Rentals)


2126 Newtown Ave

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3707 36th Ave, Unit 3

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Astoria Cove

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2126 Newtown Ave, Unit 21-26 newtown ave apt 2

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3063 29th St, Unit 2

31-48 48th St, Unit 3

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3156 31st St, Unit 4
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2431 43rd St, Unit 2

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1829 26th Ave, Unit 3

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3212 23rd St, Unit 3

1454 31st Ave, Unit 2B

3611 32nd St

2314 38th St

3232 60th St

41-22 24th St, Unit 2C

44 STREET, Unit 1

STEINWAY STREET, Unit 2
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44 STREET, Unit 1

36 AVENUE, Unit 2E

28-19 Steinway St, Unit 3 floor

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37-05 30th St, Unit SI FL7-ID1982

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37-05 30th St, Unit SI FL5-ID1983

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37-05 30th St, Unit SI FL5-ID1981

11-15-15 Broadway, Unit 4C

49 STREET, Unit 2

30-50-50 21st St, Unit 4H

Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 2
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Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 2

30-06 29th St

26-27 2nd St

32-59-59 46th St

32-20 56th St

30-87-87 Steinway St

30-21 37th St

26-36-36 29th St

30-80-80 21st St

23-63-63 37th St
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36-15 33rd St

12-15 Broadway

11-24-24 31st Ave

30-85-55 Vernon Blvd

30-55-55 Vernon Blvd

30-05 Vernon Blvd

31-39 56th St

35-02 Ditmars Blvd

32-15 35th St, Unit F5

3-08-8 26th Ave, Unit 1
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Downtown Astoria, Long Island City, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Astoria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Astoria Studio Apartments | $3,440 | $3,230 | $4,269 |
| Downtown Astoria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,742 | $2,675 | $6,200 |
| Downtown Astoria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,681 | $2,995 | $7,400 |
| Downtown Astoria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,449 | $3,300 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Astoria 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Astoria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,839 | $2,999 | $4,600 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,575 | $3,900 | $6,900 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,910 | $1,360 | $6,000 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Long Island City. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have kids when you rent. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Long Island City, this neighborhood has established a name for itself as amongst the finest communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and access to the best-rated schools.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown Astoria has come to be one of the best upscale submarkets in town, with a score of 2.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, proximity to great shopping areas, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Astoria
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Astoria area of Long Island City, NY?
As of today, August 31, 2026, there are currently 1,534 available Downtown Astoria apartments priced from $2,675 to $7,400, with an average monthly rent of $4,051.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Astoria?
There are currently 653 Studio Apartments in Downtown Astoria with rent ranges from $3,230 to $4,269 with an average price of $3,440.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Astoria Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Astoria ranges from $2,675 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,742.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Astoria cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Astoria range from $2,995 to $7,400. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,681.
How expensive are Downtown Astoria Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 120 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Astoria on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,300 to $5,500 - averaging $4,449 for the location.
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