
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Astoria Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY from $700 (36 Rentals)
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31-57 44th St

36-06 30th St

3616 30th St

47-14 Ditmars Blvd

Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 2

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 2

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
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25-25 Newtown Ave

23-22 30th Rd

2534 Crescent St, Unit 1A, Unit 1A

25-12 14th Pl

Total Monthly Price
3220 35th St, Unit G, Unit G

24-32-32 23rd St

L @ 31st Drive

Astoria Senior Citizen Residence 62+

30-07 Astoria Blvd
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Hallets Cove Senior Citizen Residence 62+

32-72 41st St

43-09 31st Ave

28-44 38th St

A

Alma East and West

3426 Steinway St

Bridgeview Luxury Residences

Tower 21
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35-10 35th St

31-14 28th Ave

22-77 Steinway St

1 bedroom

12-15 Broadway

32-86 33rd St

Astoria Tower 31

2710 Astoria Blvd

30-99 47th St
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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 | $2,338 | $1,950 | $3,410 |
| Downtown Astoria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $1,750 | $4,490 |
| Downtown Astoria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,067 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Astoria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,006 | $3,400 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Astoria 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,100 | $5,100 | $5,100 |
| Downtown Astoria 6 Bedroom Apartments | $11,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Astoria Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Astoria Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2575 22nd St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| 5807-5811 32nd Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Astoria, NY
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Astoria area is the $2.81 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $4,495. The second greatest value Downtown Astoria apartment is the 35-26 32nd St Model at 35-26 32nd St, Unit 2 starting at $3,500 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Astoria apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 | 3104 31st Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 35-26 32nd St, Unit 2 | 35-26 32nd St | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 2431 43rd St, Unit 3 | 2431 43rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 3707 36th Ave, Unit 3 | 3707 36th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 3432 38th St, Unit First floor | 3432 38th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 2122 43rd St, Unit 3 | 2122 43rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 3130 37th St, Unit 3 | 3130 37th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| 3212 23rd St, Unit 3 | 3212 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 1829 26th Ave, Unit 3 | 1829 26th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 3220 35th St, Unit G | 3220 35th St | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
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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 2575 22nd St.
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 $2,950 at 5807-5811 32nd Ave.
Expert Rental Resources
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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