
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY from $1,400 (169 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sunnyside area of Long Island City.


4108 43rd St

4141 41st St

41-02-41-06 Skillman Ave

4739 40th St

4115 44th St

4107 42nd St

4326 49th St

4125 44th St

43-33 42nd St
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43-38 41st St

43-35 42nd St

43-35 40th St

4142 42nd St

45-18 40th St

43-19 41st St

4305 48th St

43-33 41st St

45-23 45th St

4525 45th St
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43-38 39th Pl

4517 40th St

48-50 41st St

38-06 Greenpoint Ave

43-08 40th Street

43-28 and 43-38 39th Place

41-41 44th Street

43-23 40th Street

45-42 41st St

43-07 42nd St
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39-09 47th Ave

39-89 50th Street

45-16 44th St

41-32 53rd Street

Celtic Park

5505 Woodside Ave

Queens Way

41-15 45th St

Sunnyhill Gardens

48-10 45th St
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4132 44th St

Woodside Manor

43-40 41st St

5021 39th Pl

4725 44th St

4121 42nd St

4130 46th St

Croydon Manor

52-29 Skillman Ave

3976 57th St
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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 | $2,322 | $1,995 | $2,650 |
| Sunnyside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $1,800 | $3,150 |
| Sunnyside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,549 | $4,100 | $4,999 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 169 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. The Icon 52 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,675. 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 | Unit 12 | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
| The Icon 52 | Unit Type D (2nd-9th Floor) | 1BR,1BA | $2,675 |
| Skylimit Tower | 2 Balconies | 1BR,1BA | $3,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, NY
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $4.61 price per square foot 2 Balconies Model at Skylimit Tower in the in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the Unit Type D (2nd-9th Floor) Model at The Icon 52 starting at $2,675 with a $4.10 price per square foot in the Northwestern Queens 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skylimit Tower | 2 Balconies | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| The Icon 52 | Unit Type D (2nd-9th Floor) | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| 4305 49th St, Unit 1 | 4305 49th St | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
| 4727 39th Pl | 4727 39th Pl | 1BR,1BA | $12.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment is $2,675 at The Icon 52.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.