Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Astoria Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY from $700 (21 Rentals)

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34-12 29th St
Studio Apartments

34-12 29th St

34-12 29th StLong Island City, NY 11106
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31-57 44th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

31-57 44th St

31-57 44th StLong Island City, NY 11103
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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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32-72 41st St
Studio Apartments

32-72 41st St

32-72 41st StAstoria, NY 11103
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43-09 31st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43-09 31st Ave

43-09 31st AveAstoria, NY 11103
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28-44 38th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

28-44 38th St

28-44 38th StAstoria, NY 11103

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Alma East and West
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alma East and West

3714 32nd StAstoria, NY 11101
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23-78 38th StAstoria, NY 11105
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3426 Steinway St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3426 Steinway St

3426 Steinway StAstoria, NY 11101
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Tower 21
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tower 21

31-64 21st StAstoria, NY 11106
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35-10 35th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

35-10 35th St

35-10 35th StAstoria, NY 11106
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31-14 28th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

31-14 28th Ave

31-14 28th AveAstoria, NY 11102
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Downtown Astoria, Long Island City, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Astoria Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro ViewModel 1A1BR,1BA$2,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Astoria, NY

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Astoria area is the $3.53 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,650. The second greatest value Downtown Astoria apartment is the 2122 43rd St Model at 2122 43rd St, Unit 1 starting at $3,799 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Astoria Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Astoria apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3104 31st Ave, Unit 33104 31st Ave3BR,2BA$3.53
2122 43rd St, Unit 12122 43rd St3BR,1.5BA$3.17
2121 43rd St, Unit 1st floor2121 43rd St3BR,1.5BA$2.92
2249 37th St, Unit 2A2249 37th St1BR,1BA$3.35
3086 29th St, Unit 33086 29th St2BR,1BA$4.06
3220 35th St, Unit 23220 35th St1BR,1BA$3.68
3212 23rd St, Unit 33212 23rd St1BR,1BA$3.79
1829 26th Ave, Unit 31829 26th Ave1BR,1BA$3.68
3707 36th Ave, Unit 23707 36th Ave1BR,1BA$3.79
2545 32nd St, Unit 12545 32nd StStudio ,1BA$3.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Astoria, Long Island City, NY

Ranked #9

Among neighborhoods in Long Island City, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Downtown Astoria Neighborhood in Long Island City, NY

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

92 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Astoria Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Astoria Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Astoria Apartment is $2,900 at Metro View.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Astoria Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Astoria is starting from $3,850 at The Exo.

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