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3306 106th St

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

2132 42nd St, Unit Room for Rent

524 Timpson Pl

37-50-50 87th St

35-45 81st St

94-25 57th Ave

41-34 Frame Pl

84-19 51st Ave
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East Elmhurst, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Elmhurst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap East Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $3,023 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
Cheap East Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $900 | $3,449 |
Cheap East Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,135 | $2,000 | $6,000 |
Cheap East Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,436 | $2,200 | $5,100 |
Cheap East Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,311 | $1,450 | $4,027 |
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Cheapest Available East Elmhurst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Elmhurst, NY is a Studio unit found at 94-25 57th Ave in the Bushwick neighborhood priced from $1,799. 35-05 94th Street and 35-08 95th Street in the North Corona neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,831. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Elmhurst apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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94-25 57th Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
35-05 94th Street and 35-08 95th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,831 |
The Rosemary Royale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
The Bennington | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
47-05 45th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Elmhurst, NY
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Elmhurst area is the $3.12 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value East Elmhurst apartment is the 2431 43rd St Model at 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 starting at $4,199 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Astoria Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 | 3104 31st Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.12 |
2431 43rd St, Unit 2 | 2431 43rd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
10519 37th Ave, Unit 3 | 10519 37th Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.64 |
699 Prospect Ave, Unit 2 | 699 Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
62-42 99th St, Unit 1st Fl 99th ST | 62-42 99th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
2132 42nd St, Unit Room for Rent | 2132 42nd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
3954 65th Pl, Unit A | 3954 65th Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
The Bennington | Junior 4 | 2BR,1BA | $3.29 |
6145 56th Ave, Unit 2 | 6145 56th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.98 |
107 White Plains Rd, Unit 2 | 107 White Plains Rd | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
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East Elmhurst Overview
If you are looking for a beautiful place to live, you may have thought about moving to East Elmhurst, New York. This is a neighborhood located in Queens, situated in New York City. There are plenty of apartments in East Elmhurst, New York available, however, what do you need to know if you are looking for East Elmhurst apartments? Take a look at a few important points below, and rely on someone with local knowledge of the area to help you find your next home.
Why live in East Elmhurst, NY?
There are plenty of reasons why people decide to live in East Elmhurst, New York. First, it is very close to Manhattan. Therefore, it is a great location for people who work in the financial district. Second, the cost of living in East Elmhurst is lower than that of Manhattan. Even though rent can still be expensive, it provides people with an opportunity to save money. Finally, there is always something fun going on. Regardless of whether you want to go into Manhattan or check out the surrounding tri-state area, East Elmhurst is in a good location.
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Getting Around East Elmhurst, NY
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
75 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Elmhurst?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Elmhurst is at 94-25 57th Ave listed at $1,799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment is $2,099 at 94-25 57th Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Elmhurst is starting from $2,650 at The Rosemary Royale.
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