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1815 Putnam Ave

56-48 Myrtle Ave

25-15 35th Ave

25-15 39th Ave

1078 DeKalb Ave

The Astra - Income Restricted

19-5 Menahan St
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772 Jefferson Ave

907 Jefferson Ave

1091 Madison St

525 Lexington Ave

938 Lafayette Ave

595 Kosciuszko St

72 Van Buren St

1066 Putnam Ave

951 Madison St
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173 Bleecker St

1136 Willoughby Ave

375 Vernon Ave

2254 2nd Ave

987 Willoughby Ave

330 Starr St
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Queens, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Queens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Queens Studio Apartments | $3,743 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Queens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,102 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Queens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,839 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Queens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,166 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Queens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,596 | $940 | $10,000+ |
| Queens 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,464 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Queens 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,475 | $7,500 | $9,450 |
| Queens 7 Bedroom Apartments | $6,025 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Queens, NY
Pricing Updated: 11/16/2025Current apartment rentals in the Queens, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Queens Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Queens | $3,600 | $1,240 | 64 |
| Central Queens | $7,000 | $880 | 175 |
| Rockaway Point | $7,500 | $7,500 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Queens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Queens, NY is a Studio unit found at The Astra - Income Restricted in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood priced from $1,013. 14 St Marks Pl in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Queens apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Astra - Income Restricted | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,013 |
| 14 St Marks Pl | STU | Studio, | $1,200 |
| 91-35 195th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Reserve | Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (K3) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| The Oxford Houses | Oxford House Residence – D (434) | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Queens, NY
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Queens area is the $1.88 price per square foot 74 Pilling St Model at 74 Pilling St, Unit 1 in the in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Queens apartment is the 1893 Pacific St Model at 1893 Pacific St, Unit 2 starting at $3,000 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Queens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Pilling St, Unit 1 | 74 Pilling St | 3BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 1893 Pacific St, Unit 2 | 1893 Pacific St | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 9431 97th St, Unit Second floor | 9431 97th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 637 Greene Ave, Unit 1 | 637 Greene Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2519 Curtis St, Unit 2 | 2519 Curtis St | 3BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| The Astra - Income Restricted | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park House | Residence D5 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Fairfield Tudor At Hewlett | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Node Harman | Private Room in 3 Bed Shared Apt | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 11579 219th St, Unit 1L | 11579 219th St | Studio ,1BA | $2.13 |
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Queens Overview
The eastern tier borough of New York City, Queens represents some of the Big Apple's finest living. Offering easy access not only to Brooklyn but also much of Long Island, apartments in Queens are an ideal place to get a true feel for one of the world's most amazing big city destinations.
Why live in Queens, NY?
New York City remains one of the top locations in the entire world with good cause - the nightlife, the restaurants, the opportunities are all second-to-none. Queens offers a lifestyle that screams New York while still maintaining a communal neighborhood appeal that can sometimes in get lost in the bright lights of Manhattan or Brooklyn. Apartments in Queens also tend to be more affordable that some of the other boroughs, making it an attractive option for students, families and young working professionals.
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Getting Around Queens, NY
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
85 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Queens Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Queens?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Queens is at The Astra - Income Restricted listed at $1,013.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Queens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Queens Apartment is $1,795 at The Oxford Houses.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Queens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Queens is starting from $2,199 at Arverne View.
What is the most affordable Queens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Queens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arverne View and starts from $2,421.
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