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LIC, Long Island City, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available LIC Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the LIC area of Long Island City, NY is a Studio unit found at 47-05 45th Street priced from $2,250. 41-32 53rd Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here are the most affordable LIC apartments for rent in Long Island City, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
47-05 45th StreetStudioStudio,1BA$2,250
41-32 53rd StreetUnit 12Studio,1BA$2,650
Metro ViewModel 1A1BR,1BA$2,900
LumenS2Studio,1BA$3,190

Best Value Apartments for Rent in LIC, NY

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the LIC 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 LIC apartment is the 4512 23rd St Model at 4512 23rd St, Unit 3 starting at $4,000 with a $4.44 price per square foot in the Hunters Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for LIC apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3104 31st Ave, Unit 33104 31st Ave3BR,2BA$3.53
4512 23rd St, Unit 34512 23rd St2BR,1BA$4.44
3086 29th St, Unit 33086 29th St2BR,1BA$4.06
2821 36th St, Unit 42821 36th St1BR,1BA$4.64
3434 10th St, Unit 23434 10th St1BR,1BA$3.79
3220 35th St, Unit 23220 35th St1BR,1BA$3.68
3212 23rd St, Unit 33212 23rd St1BR,1BA$3.79
3707 36th Ave, Unit 23707 36th Ave1BR,1BA$3.79
Metro ViewModel 1A1BR,1BA$4.64
6102 43rd Ave, Unit 16102 43rd Ave1BR,1BA$4.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about LIC

What type of rentals are currently available in LIC?

There are currently 1490 Apartments for Rent in LIC, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,170 to $7,850. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in LIC ranging from $2,200 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in LIC?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in LIC ranges from $2,200 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,727.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in LIC?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in LIC range from $3,000 to $7,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,170.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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