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 increased to $4,400 this month, $100 more expensive than in July. Renters face high rental prices this season as existing leases end and new residents move into the city. However, those looking to capitalize on lower rental prices than during the Summer season can still expect to find deals across the borough. The following listings below $2,300 offer outdoor space, laundry, and newly renovated features.
Best Queens Listings in August
1. 40-4 36th Avenue #1BC
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Neighborhood: Long Island City
Price: $2,250
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 31.74%
Renters who commute into Manhattan can consider this generously-sized studio that features exposed brick and a dishwasher. Tenants can fit plenty of living room and bedroom furniture in the apartment, along with a desk near the spacious closet. This pet-friendly unit resides in a building that has laundry and a live-in super. Tenants will live within a six-minute walk of the E, M, and R trains.
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2. 41-4 157th Street #1
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Neighborhood: Flushing
Price: $2,000
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 14.89%
A single renter or couple can rent this oversized and newly renovated one-bedroom with finishes like dark wood beams and window trim. In the separate kitchen, they’ll find white appliances and plenty of counter and cabinet space. Many closets reside around the apartment, and tenants will also have access to communal garden space. Tenants may want a vehicle or bike to get around in this area easily.
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3. 108-8 Metropolitan Avenue
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Price: $2,300
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 28.13%
Renters in Forest Hills can consider this two-bedroom apartment. The eat-in windowed kitchen includes white appliances and plenty of cabinet space. Renters could also use an island instead of a table if they desire more space for food preparation. The oversized living room faces the street and receives plenty of natural light. There are three air conditioning units in the apartment, and renters will also find plenty of closets. This unit is an 18-minute walk from the E and F lines, so renters may consider using a vehicle to get around.
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4. 27-16 12th Street #4B
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,275
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 12.50%
This one-bedroom apartment in Astoria features private outdoor space off the open-concept living room and kitchen. The space includes black appliances, dark wooden cabinets, and built-in air conditioning. Off the balcony, tenants can take in Manhattan views and fit small patio furniture. In the cat-friendly building, tenants can also access a laundry room and an elevator. This unit resides near the ferry and fifteen minutes from the N and W lines.
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5. 83-10 118th Street #2
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Neighborhood: Kew Gardens
Price: $1,950
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 2.01%
Budget-conscious renters can tour this one-bedroom unit in Kew Gardens. The apartment opens into the kitchen that fits a dining table, then opens into the renovated living room with hardwood floors. As renters move through the unit, they’ll come across the oversized one-bedroom that fits plenty of furniture. This pet-friendly unit resides in an elevator building with a laundry room and is a thirteen-minute walk to the J and Z 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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