Queens is a popular borough that welcomes many renters monthly. The borough boasts plenty of communities filled with restaurants and entertainment with lower rental prices than areas in Manhattan. With neighborhoods like Astoria and Long Island City close to Manhattan, some people move to the borough for the lower-priced rents and the easy commute.
The median rent for a New York City apartment slightly decreased to $4,250 this month. With fall underway, renters may have an easier time locating budget-friendly apartments with spacious rooms and amenities. The following units under $2,250 boast renovated spaces, laundry rooms, and communal outdoor space.
Best Queens Listings in October 2023
1. 26-80 30th Street #2J
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,095
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 28.98%
Renters will find plenty of space in this generously sized Astoria one-bedroom. The living room includes hardwood floors, two closets, and an arched cut-out that can fit an entertainment center, desk, or additional storage. The kitchen includes built-in storage, cabinets, and white appliances. The sun-drenched apartment is cat-friendly and resides on the second floor of an elevator building with a live-in super. Renters will live near public transportation, plenty of restaurants, and community events.
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2. 138-15 82nd Drive #1
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Neighborhood: Briarwood
Price: $2,150
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 14.00%
Renters looking for a one-bedroom can tour this unit in Briarwood. The apartment features an open-concept living area with natural light, white kitchen appliances, and hardwood floors. Tenants will find a spacious closet in the bedroom and a bathtub in the bathroom. This building includes a laundry room, access to a communal backyard, and available parking. The unit is a seven-minute walk to the E and F trains.
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3. 25-8 37th Avenue #BSMT
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Neighborhood: Long Island City
Price: $2,200
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 63.33%
This two-bedroom basement apartment may appeal to renters looking to acquire more space and compromise on natural lighting. The unit includes tiled floors, a pass-through kitchen, and a full bathroom with a standing shower. Each bedroom can fit a queen-size bed, and the unit comes furnished or unfurnished, depending on the renter’s choice. The apartment includes all utilities, and tenants can have a cat or small dog. The building sits a six-minute walk from the N and W lines.
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4. 180 Beach 117th Street #1L
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Neighborhood: Rockaway Beach
Price: $2,250
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 16.67%
Beach lovers can tour this two-bedroom unit that sits one block from the shore. The unit welcomes plenty of natural light and includes hardwood floors and spacious bedrooms. In the windowed kitchen, renters will find dark cabinets, granite counters, and white appliances. Tenants can access building amenities like a laundry room and garage parking while living a three-minute walk from the A train.
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5. 113-14 72nd Road #3D
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Price: $2,200
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 23.61%
Solo renters will appreciate the size and natural light in this alcove studio apartment. The unit opens into a large foyer that steps down into the living space, complete with hardwood floors, a ceiling fan, and oversized windows. To the right rests the separate sleeping nook with another window and storage space. The pet-friendly building includes numerous amenities like a yard with a patio, laundry room, and parking. Tenants will live five minutes from the E and F trains.
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Released on a monthly basis, the RentHop Best Deal series aims to provide renters with useful market insights and a chance to identify rental gems currently available on the market. These listings are hand-selected by the team at RentHop based on a few factors, including layout, apartment size, features, and more importantly, price.
Note that, given the fast-paced nature of the rental market in New York, certain listings may receive applications and be taken off within days on market. If you are interested in scheduling a showing or have further questions, please make sure to submit an inquiry via the inquiry submission form located on the listing page.
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