
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hunters Point South Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY from $1,600 (2 Rentals)
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Hunters Point South, Long Island City, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hunters Point South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Point South Studio Apartments | $4,399 | $3,100 | $8,500 |
| Hunters Point South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,119 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Hunters Point South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,387 | $3,995 | $9,147 |
| Hunters Point South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,601 | $5,495 | $10,000+ |
| Hunters Point South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,593 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hunters Point South Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hunters Point South, NY
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hunters Point South area is the $6.88 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at VIA 57 WEST in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $7,600. The second greatest value Hunters Point South apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 137 E 38th St starting at $6,495 with a $6.50 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hunters Point South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA 57 WEST | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $6.88 |
| 137 E 38th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $6.50 |
| FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/Intern | Shared Double Room in 3B2B | 3BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 205 East 31st Street | Flex 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $5.35 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| The Towne House | STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio ,1BA | $6.66 |
| 219 E 28th St | studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.97 |
| 252-254 E 74th St | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $7.00 |
| 241 E 39th St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.40 |
| 419-421 W 50th St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $6.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hunters Point South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hunters Point South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hunters Point South is under $3,444.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hunters Point South?
The cheapest apartment in Hunters Point South is EHS Hudson Yards Campus which is listed at $2,175, while the average apartment in Hunters Point South costs $8,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hunters Point South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 31 regular apartments in Hunters Point South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hunters Point South?
Cheap apartments in Hunters Point South have an average cost of $1,534 which is $6,466 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hunters Point South.
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