Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hill Crest Neighborhood of Queens, NY from $1,300 (29 Rentals)

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170-10 Cedarcroft Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

170-10 Cedarcroft Rd

170-10 Cedarcroft RdJamaica, NY 11432
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164-30 Hillside Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

164-30 Hillside Ave

164-30 Hillside AveJamaica, NY 11432
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Americana Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Americana Tower

88-05 Merrick BlvdJamaica, NY 11432
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Parsons Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parsons Manor

80-25 Parsons BlvdJamaica, NY 11432
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Hudson House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hudson House

166-33 89th AveJamaica, NY 11432
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166-05 88th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

166-05 88th Ave

166-05 88th AveJamaica, NY 11432
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87-87 171st St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

87-87 171st St

87-87 171st StJamaica, NY 11432
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Hillside Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Place

8750 167th StJamaica, NY 11432
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87-84 165th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

87-84 165th St

87-84 165th StJamaica, NY 11432
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Jamica Estates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jamica Estates

187-35 Hillside AveJamaica, NY 11432
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Hillside Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Park

88-15 168th StJamaica, NY 11432
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Q-188
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Q-188

18811 Hillside AveHollis, NY 11423
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Q-East
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Q-East

178-02 Hillside AveJamaica, NY 11432

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71-49 160th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

71-49 160th St

71-49 160th StFresh Meadows, NY 11365

Hill Crest, Queens, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hill Crest Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Q-East1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,814
The 183Select StudioStudio,1BA$3,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hill Crest, NY

As of August 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hill Crest area is the $3.81 price per square foot 1 BR, 1 Bath Model at Q-East in the in the Hill Crest neighborhood starting from $2,814. The second greatest value Hill Crest apartment is the Premium Studio Model at The 183 starting at $3,150 with a $6.77 price per square foot in the Hill Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hill Crest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Q-East1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.81
The 183Premium StudioStudio ,1BA$6.77

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Hill Crest, Queens, NY

Ranked #7

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hill Crest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hill Crest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hill Crest is at The 183 listed at $3,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hill Crest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hill Crest Apartment is $2,814 at Q-East.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hill Crest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hill Crest is starting from $3,850 at Q-East.

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