Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Astoria Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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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 August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Astoria 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 Downtown Astoria 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 Downtown Astoria 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
3104 31st Ave, Unit 33104 31st Ave3BR,2BA$3.43
2431 43rd St, Unit 22431 43rd St3BR,1.5BA$2.86
2122 43rd St, Unit 12122 43rd St3BR,1.5BA$3.17
2548 14th Pl, Unit 22548 14th Pl4BR,2BA$3.04
2126 Newtown Ave, Unit Apt 102126 Newtown Ave3BR,1BA$3.45
3707 36th Ave, Unit 33707 36th Ave2BR,1BA$3.64
2383 38th St, Unit 2 bedroom Apt in Astoria2383 38th St2BR,1BA$3.29
1829 26th Ave, Unit 31829 26th Ave1BR,1BA$3.68

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Astoria

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Astoria?

There are currently 1500 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Astoria, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,249 to $6,200. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Astoria ranging from $1,225 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Astoria?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Astoria ranges from $1,225 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,172.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Astoria?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Astoria range from $3,000 to $5,495, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,299 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,225 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,249.

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