
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY from $1,124 (28 Rentals)
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29-28 41st Ave

Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 2

Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 2

61 STREET B, Unit B

61-09 39th Ave

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4305 49th St, Unit 3
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4135 50th St, Unit 2

45-51 40th St

6107 Woodside Ave

43-17 49th St

47-19 44th St

42-25 65th Pl

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Alma East and West

3426 Steinway St

35-10 35th St

4039 48th St

4515 42nd St

34-43-43 60th St

48-16 47th St
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47-01 49th St

VIDA 52

43-10 48th st

4706 49th St

48-05 46th St

48-21 40th St

50-05-50-43 43rd Ave
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Sunnyside, Long Island City, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunnyside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Studio Apartments | $2,939 | $1,900 | $3,670 |
| Sunnyside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,467 | $1,900 | $5,200 |
| Sunnyside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,008 | $3,000 | $7,100 |
| Sunnyside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,663 | $3,500 | $7,408 |
| Sunnyside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,600 | $4,300 | $5,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY.
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Cheapest Available Sunnyside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunnyside area of Long Island City, NY is a Studio unit found at 41-32 53rd Street priced from $2,650. Sven has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,612. Here are the most affordable Sunnyside apartments for rent in Long Island City, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41-32 53rd Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
| Sven | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,612 |
| Alta+ | 2 bed, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $5,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, NY
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $4.77 price per square foot 2 bed, 2 bath Model at Alta+ in the in the Hunters Point neighborhood starting from $5,495. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the 3707 36th Ave Model at 3707 36th Ave, Unit 3 starting at $3,300 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta+ | 2 bed, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.77 |
| 3707 36th Ave, Unit 3 | 3707 36th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 4135 50th St, Unit 2 | 4135 50th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| 4305 49th St, Unit 3 | 4305 49th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 6102 43rd Ave, Unit 1 | 6102 43rd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| 41-32 53rd Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.31 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunnyside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunnyside is at 41-32 53rd Street listed at $2,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment is $3,916 at Sven.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunnyside is starting from $5,495 at Alta+.
What is the most affordable Sunnyside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sunnyside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sven and starts from $7,246.
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