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 October 2024 in 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 $4,375 this month. With the start of fall underway, renters can find lower-priced rents than during the busy summer season. However, inventory will decrease this time of year, so prospective tenants should move quickly to sign an appealing lease. The following apartments under $2,400 offer private outdoor space, stainless steel appliances, and an in-unit laundry.
Best Queens Listings in October 2024
1. 97-29 98th Street #2
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Neighborhood: Ozone Park
Price: $1,300
Size: Room, Shared Bath
Percentage Below: 59.46%
This Queens listing appeals to renters on a budget who do not mind sharing a space with roommates. The private bedroom resides in a four-bedroom apartment, and this specific bedroom comfortably fits a king-size bed, features mirrored closets, and provides direct access to a private balcony. Tenants can access the oversized kitchen and living area, complete with an island and stainless steel appliances. Renters will also find a washer and dryer hookup, a large fenced-in backyard, and a parking spot throughout the property. This unit does not have a broker fee, and it is available directly from the landlord. Tenants will live a nine-minute walk from the A train.
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2. 34-32 28th Street #GF
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,250
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 22.00%
Astoria renters can consider this one-bedroom garden apartment that offers a large outdoor space. The kitchen includes a white refrigerator and stainless steel stove, along with gray cabinets. Throughout the unit, tenants will appreciate multiple closets, a tile floor, and numerous windows. This unit resides in a three-unit building and offers a private entrance. All tenants in the building can access the backyard, which is complete with outdoor furniture. Renters will live on a quiet tree-lined block that is five minutes from the N and W trains.
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3. 64-56 Austin Street #1
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Neighborhood: Rego Park
Price: $2,400
Size: 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath
Percentage Below: 23.81%
Roommates and small families can consider this renovated two-bedroom Queens listing with modern features. The unit resides on the ground floor of the building. Renters will appreciate stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and white cabinets in the kitchen. Hardwood floors run throughout the unit, and each bedroom has a closet that fits multiple pieces of furniture. This pet-friendly apartment resides in a multifamily property that is one block away from a laundromat, and a six-minute walk to the E, M and R trains.
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4. 98-15 Ascan Avenue #2FL
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Price: $2,100
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 34.74%
Prospective renters can score a deal on this spacious and well-priced apartment. The Forest Hills unit includes a kitchen with modern stainless steel appliances, a window, and plenty of cabinet space. Tenants will find carpet floors, a closet, and a window in the large bedroom, as well as decorative features like archways throughout the unit. This unit resides in a building with plenty of character that is an eighteen-minute walk from the E and F trains.
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5. 147-42 109th Avenue #1R
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Neighborhood: Jamaica
Price: $1,995
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 27.26%
Acquire a one-bedroom apartment for under $2,000 with this renovated and sun-lit Queens listing. The eat-in kitchen includes white appliances, a large window, and gray cabinets, along with space for a small dining table and chairs. Renters will find a closet and two windows in the bedroom, and light-colored floors run throughout the entire apartment. This well-maintained ground floor unit provides heat, hot water, and gas. The building rests 19 minutes from the nearest train, so tenants will likely need a car to easily get around the area.
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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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