Queens is a popular borough with numerous neighborhoods and an impressive food scene. The borough boasts plenty of communities filled with restaurants and entertainment with lower rental prices than areas in Manhattan. Renters can find many Queens listings in December 2024 across popular neighborhoods like Astoria and Long Island City, which provide lower rents and quick commutes.
The median rent for a New York City apartment decreased to $4,200 this month. As the days get colder and shorter, fewer renters look for apartments compared to the busy summer season. While there is less inventory at this time of year, renters may find a lower-priced lease. The following Queens listings under $2,200 offer in-unit laundry, private outdoor space, and stainless steel appliances.
Best Queens Listings in December 2024
1. 42-54 Judge Street #2
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Neighborhood: Elmhurst
Price: $2,095
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 20.07%
Renters can acquire a spacious floorplan with this one-bedroom apartment that includes a generously sized living room. Upon entering the unit, tenants will find the open-concept kitchen and living area, complete with stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and a dishwasher. The bedroom features two windows and a closet, then boasts enough room for a queen-size bed. Throughout the renovated unit, renters will also appreciate hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a modern bathroom. This apartment resides in an elevator building with a laundry room that is a three-minute walk to the E, M, and R trains.
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2. 54-6 Nurge Avenue #1R
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Neighborhood: Maspeth
Price: $2,200
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 26.67%
Prospective tenants looking for a two-bedroom apartment can tour this Maspeth listing with modern features. The unit includes a renovated kitchen with mixed appliances, plenty of counter space, and wooden cabinets. This is a railroad-style apartment with a larger primary bedroom, making the layout appropriate for a small family or couple. Renters will live on the first floor of the building, and the unit charges a reduced broker fee. The building is a 19-minute walk to the L, so renters may prefer to have a vehicle in this area.
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3. 42-10 27th Street #8
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Neighborhood: Long Island City
Price: 1,950
Size: Room, Shared Bath
Percentage Below: 40.55%
Looking for a place with roommates? This single bedroom in a three-bed, two-bath unit is an attractive option for someone with few belongings. The modern unit includes floor-to-ceiling windows, private outdoor space, and laundry in-unit. Renters will appreciate plenty of amenities throughout the building, including a fitness center with a sauna and pool, a furnished roof deck, and a doorman. Renters will not pay a broker fee to rent this unit and will live three minutes from the 7 train, which is five minutes from Midtown.
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4. 72-36 112th Street #210
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Price: $2,100
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 21.20%
This spacious studio is an appealing option for a single renter or couple. The main living area includes a large window, hardwood floors, and enough room for bedroom, living, and dining room furniture. In the separate windowed kitchen, tenants will find white cabinets, plenty of counter space, and room for additional shelving against the side wall. This renovated unit has plenty of storage and closet space. It resides in a cat-friendly building with a laundry room and elevator that is three minutes from the E and F trains.
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5. 25-22 14th Place #3R
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,200
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 28.99%
Astoria renters can consider this competitively-priced one-bedroom apartment. The unit’s large kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, light-wood cabinets, and plenty of counter space. In the living room, renters will find a tile floor that leads to their private balcony overlooking the neighborhood. The bedroom includes a large window and closet, and the unit includes a renovated bathroom. This cat-friendly apartment resides in a building with a laundry room that is 15 minutes from the N and W.
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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 Queens 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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