Featuring a wide array of cuisines, activities, and communities, Queens is a popular borough that welcomes many renters each month. With neighborhoods like Astoria and Long Island City close to Manhattan, some people move here for the lower-priced rents and the easy commute.
The effects of New York City’s busy rental market rose the median price for a one-bedroom apartment to $4,100. With median price points coming in higher in boroughs like Manhattan and Brooklyn, many renters are either deciding to stay in Queens or move to the borough. As more students look for apartments before their semester starts, a high volume of activity continues to affect rental market prices. There are, however, apartments in Queens with rental prices below $2,400. Check out some of the best units on the market!
1. 31-50 33rd Street #9D
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,100
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 2.33
This spacious and well-maintained one-bedroom apartment resides in an optimal location for those seeking easy access to Manhattan. With a separate kitchen, large living room, bedroom, and tons of closet space, tenants can spread out comfortably. There is a live-in super, and the unit includes heat and hot water.
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2. 41-32 63rd Street #2F
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Neighborhood: Woodside
Price: $2,350
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Above: 17.50%
Tenants who enjoy cooking will get great use out of the kitchen in this one-bedroom apartment. This space calls for many home-cooked meals with ample counter space, stainless steel appliances, and a dishwasher. This unit comes furnished, and pets are not allowed. The rent includes central heat, gas, hot water, and wifi. The apartment resides just minutes away from a subway stop.
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3. 79-25 150th Street #C1
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Neighborhood: Kew Gardens Hills
Price: $2,100
Size: 1 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Above: 23.53%
Bright sunlight beams into this true one-bedroom unit in Kew Gardens Hills. Recently renovated, the apartment features a dishwasher, modern cabinets, and several closets. The building has an elevator, laundry facilities, and a live-in super. A parking spot is also available for an additional fee. The building is near several bus and subway stops, making it easily accessible to areas across the city.
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4. 42-8 208th Street #1F
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Neighborhood: Bayside
Price: $2,300
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: On par
This one bedroom resides in a townhouse and boasts a newly renovated kitchen, complete with dark cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher. The true star of this unit, however, is the private outdoor space, including a deck. The rent includes heat and hot water, and the landlord allows small pets on a case-by-case basis. Tenants will enjoy proximity to the LIRR, shopping centers, and public transit.
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5. 102-33 91st Avenue
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Neighborhood: Richmond Hill
Price: $1,575
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 4.55%
Those looking for an affordable junior one bedroom should inquire about this listing. Newly renovated and featuring hardwood floors, this unit resides close to the subway, Forest Park, and an abundance of restaurants.
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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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