Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwestern Queens Neighborhood of Queens, NY from $400 (86 Rentals)

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2 Jackson Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2 Jackson Park

28-02 Jackson AveLong Island City, NY 11101
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L @ 31st Drive
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

L @ 31st Drive

2336 31st DrAstoria, NY 11106
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30-07 Astoria Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

30-07 Astoria Blvd

30-07 Astoria BlvdAstoria, NY 11102
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6107 Woodside Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6107 Woodside Ave

6107 Woodside AveWoodside, NY 11377
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407 E 88th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

407 E 88th St

407 E 88th StNew York, NY 10128
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Kings Henry
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Henry

40-30 75th StElmhurst, NY 11373
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75-06 Woodside Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

75-06 Woodside Ave

75-06 Woodside AveFlushing, NY 11373
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43-17 49th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

43-17 49th St

43-17 49th StSunnyside, NY 11104
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47-19 44th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

47-19 44th St

47-19 44th StFlushing, NY 11377
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4310 49th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4310 49th St

4310 49th StLong Island City, NY 11104
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34-12 29th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

34-12 29th St

34-12 29th StLong Island City, NY 11106
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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316 E 89th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

316 E 89th St

316 E 89th StNew York, NY 10128
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42-25 65th Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

42-25 65th Pl

42-25 65th PlWoodside, NY 11377
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32-72 41st St
Studio Apartments

32-72 41st St

32-72 41st StAstoria, NY 11103
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1670 York Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1670 York Avenue

1670-1672 York AveNew York, NY 10128
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43-09 31st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43-09 31st Ave

43-09 31st AveAstoria, NY 11103
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28-44 38th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

28-44 38th St

28-44 38th StAstoria, NY 11103
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23-78 38th StAstoria, NY 11105

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Northwestern Queens, Queens, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwestern Queens Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
41-32 53rd StreetUnit 12Studio,1BA$2,650
Woodside CentralStudioStudio,1BA$2,675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwestern Queens, NY

As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwestern Queens area is the $2.81 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $4,495. The second greatest value Northwestern Queens apartment is the 2431 43rd St Model at 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 starting at $4,494 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Astoria Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwestern Queens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3104 31st Ave, Unit 33104 31st Ave3BR,1BA$2.81
2431 43rd St, Unit 22431 43rd St3BR,1BA$3.21
3220 35th St, Unit 33220 35th St2BR,1BA$3.45
3404 76th St, Unit 13404 76th St2BR,1BA$3.60
6102 43rd Ave, Unit 26102 43rd Ave2BR,1BA$3.33
3707 36th Ave, Unit 33707 36th Ave2BR,1BA$3.56
2122 43rd St, Unit 32122 43rd St1BR,1BA$3.44
3212 23rd St, Unit 33212 23rd St1BR,1BA$3.44
41-42 73rd St41-42 73rd St1BR,1BA$1.54
4305 49th St, Unit 14305 49th StStudio ,1BA$3.49

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Northwestern Queens, Queens, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwestern Queens Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Northwestern Queens?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwestern Queens is under $2,675.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwestern Queens?

The cheapest apartment in Northwestern Queens is Woodside Central which is listed at $2,775, while the average apartment in Northwestern Queens costs $5,247.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwestern Queens?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Northwestern Queens that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northwestern Queens?

Cheap apartments in Northwestern Queens have an average cost of $391 which is $4,856 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwestern Queens.

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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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