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Sunnyside, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunnyside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Sunnyside Studio Apartments | $3,560 | $1,800 | $8,500 |
Cheap Sunnyside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,945 | $1,240 | $7,400 |
Cheap Sunnyside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,533 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Sunnyside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,007 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Sunnyside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,787 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
Sunnyside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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Cheapest Available Sunnyside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sunnyside, NY is a Studio unit found at 47-05 45th Street in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood priced from $2,250. Denizen BSHWK in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,538. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sunnyside apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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47-05 45th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Denizen BSHWK | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,538 |
41-32 53rd Street | Unit 12 | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, NY
As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $3.53 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,650. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the 2122 43rd St Model at 2122 43rd St, Unit 1 starting at $3,799 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Astoria Heights 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. |
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3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 | 3104 31st Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.53 |
2122 43rd St, Unit 1 | 2122 43rd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.17 |
2121 43rd St, Unit 1st floor | 2121 43rd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.92 |
5438 Arnold Ave, Unit 1R | 5438 Arnold Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.50 |
Node Harman | Private Room in 3 Bed Shared Apt | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
2249 37th St, Unit 2A | 2249 37th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
6094 Flushing Ave, Unit 6094 Flushing Avenue | 6094 Flushing Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.60 |
3220 35th St, Unit 2 | 3220 35th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
3212 23rd St, Unit 3 | 3212 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
1829 26th Ave, Unit 3 | 1829 26th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
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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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Getting Around Sunnyside, NY
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
96 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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.
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 47-05 45th Street listed at $2,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment is $2,800 at Woodside Central.
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 $3,215 at Woodside Central.
What is the most affordable Sunnyside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sunnyside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Two Blue Slip and starts from $2,985.
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