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39-23 57th St

2132 42nd St, Unit Room for Rent

524 Timpson Pl

39-21 57th St

25-20 99th St

1754 Seward Ave

35-45 81st St

41-34 Frame Pl
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84-19 51st Ave

105-30 66th Ave

35-20 Union St

84-16 60th Rd

61-25 97th St
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 | $2,898 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
Cheap East Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,569 | $1,600 | $4,200 |
Cheap East Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,114 | $1,650 | $6,000 |
Cheap East Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,386 | $2,200 | $5,350 |
Cheap East Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,605 | $3,300 | $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 35-05 94th Street and 35-08 95th Street in the North Corona neighborhood priced from $1,749. 102-43 Corona Avenue in the LeFrak City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. 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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35-05 94th Street and 35-08 95th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,749 |
102-43 Corona Avenue | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
22-77 Steinway St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Rose Terrace | Model SA | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
MetLife | Model SA | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Elmhurst, NY
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Elmhurst area is the $3.00 price per square foot 2431 43rd St Model at 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 in the in the Astoria Heights neighborhood starting from $4,199. The second greatest value East Elmhurst apartment is the 10519 37th Ave Model at 10519 37th Ave, Unit 3 starting at $3,300 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the North Corona 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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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 |
4229 66th St, Unit 2 | 4229 66th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
699 Prospect Ave, Unit 2 | 699 Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
3954 65th Pl, Unit A | 3954 65th Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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 |
4135 50th St, Unit 2 | 4135 50th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
81-11 45th Ave, Unit 1-D | 81-11 45th Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
102-43 Corona Avenue | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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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 35-05 94th Street and 35-08 95th Street listed at $1,749.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elmhurst Apartment is $1,850 at 102-43 Corona Avenue.
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 $3,200 at 3208 Union St.
What is the most affordable East Elmhurst Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Elmhurst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,200.
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