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4727 39th Pl
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4727 39th PlSunnyside, NY 11104
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43-17 49th St
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43-17 49th St

43-17 49th StSunnyside, NY 11104
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4039 48th St
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4039 48th St

4039 48th StSunnyside, NY 11104
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4515 42nd St
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4515 42nd St

4515 42nd StSunnyside, NY 11104
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Cheapest Available Sunnyside Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
DO NOT ACTIVATEUnits21BR,1BA$2,100
41-32 53rd StreetUnit 12Studio,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, NY

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $0.38 price per square foot Units2 Model at DO NOT ACTIVATE in the in the Greenpoint neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 starting at $4,495 with a $2.81 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
DO NOT ACTIVATEUnits21BR,1BA$0.38
3104 31st Ave, Unit 33104 31st Ave3BR,1BA$2.81
2431 43rd St, Unit 22431 43rd St3BR,1BA$3.21
3045 68th St, Unit Woodsude large 2 BR3045 68th St2BR,1BA$2.91
6102 43rd Ave, Unit 26102 43rd Ave2BR,1BA$3.33
3432 38th St, Unit First floor3432 38th St2BR,1BA$3.53
3212 23rd St, Unit 33212 23rd St1BR,1BA$3.44
2122 43rd St, Unit 32122 43rd St1BR,1BA$3.44
3220 35th St, Unit G3220 35th StStudio ,1BA$3.33
4305 49th St, Unit 14305 49th StStudio ,1BA$3.33

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Sunnyside Overview

Sunnyside, NY is located west of Manhattan and just south of Astoria. This is a cozy residential neighborhood full of picturesque row houses and apartments. These homes and apartments in Sunnyside are the perfect choice for New Yorkers who want to live somewhere quieter but still have easy access to the greater metropolitan area. Plus, the neighborhood itself has plenty of amenities of its own to boast, including world-class restaurants, gorgeous parks, and so much more. Continue reading to learn more about the community and why so many are choosing to move to Sunnyside apartments.

Why live in Sunnyside, NY?

"The Sunnyside apartments are a great lifestyle choice for those New Yorkers who want to have access to everything the big city has to offer but don't actually want to live at the very center of everything. This community is just far enough away from Manhattan to feel more suburban-esque and neighborly. Sunnyside, NY has also taken part in the city's new ""Open Streets"" program and has three stretches of avenues that are open only to pedestrians and cyclists in busy hours. This in combination with its city limits including several parks makes it a great choice for more active, outdoors individuals.á"

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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 $2,100 at DO NOT ACTIVATE.

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 $2,700 at DO NOT ACTIVATE.

What is the most affordable Sunnyside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sunnyside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alta+ and starts from $5,500.

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