New Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, NY (334 Rentals)
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Skylimit Tower

Woodside Central

Shared/Private Rooms in Modern Co-Living Apt

375 Grove St, Unit 3B

Node Harman

400 Eldert Lane, Unit Studio

60-47 68th Ave
Elmhurst, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmhurst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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New Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $3,132 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
New Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,548 | $1,750 | $3,695 |
New Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,098 | $2,188 | $8,010 |
New Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $1,200 | $5,800 |
New Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,223 | $1,040 | $4,750 |
Elmhurst 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,403 | $1,210 | $6,499 |
Elmhurst 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,194 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
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Elmhurst Overview
If you are looking for a place to live in New York City, then you might be looking at a section of Queens called Elmhurst. This used to be called Newtown, but it has since been renamed Elmhurst, NY. As a neighborhood in the borough of Queens in NYC, it is surrounded by Roosevelt Avenue to the North, Junction Blvd to the East, Long Island Expressway to the South, and New York Connecting Railroad to the West. Even though the cost of living can be high, it is possible to find affordable apartments in Elmhurst, NY. If you are looking for Elmhurst apartments, take a look at some of the helpful information below!
Why live in Elmhurst, NY?
There are a number of reasons why so many people are choosing to live in Elmhurst, NY. First, the cost of living in Elmhurst, NY is lower than that of Manhattan, yet the area is still safe. In addition, Elmhurst, NY also provides people with easy access to the rest of NYC via the mass transit options, allowing people to find lucrative jobs just about anywhere. Finally, the people in Elmhurst, NY are also friendly. There is always something going on no matter what the interests might be.
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Getting Around Elmhurst, NY
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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 New Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Elmhurst?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Elmhurst is at Node Harman listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a New Elmhurst Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Elmhurst is $2,280.
What is the largest New Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Elmhurst is a 876 square feet unit starting from $1,450 at Node Harman.
What is the average size for Elmhurst New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Elmhurst is currently at 645 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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