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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Far Rockaway?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Far Rockaway Studio Apartments | $2,165 | $1,900 | $2,750 |
Cheap Far Rockaway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $1,200 | $3,400 |
Cheap Far Rockaway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,023 | $2,199 | $4,340 |
Cheap Far Rockaway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,418 | $2,300 | $4,500 |
Cheap Far Rockaway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Far Rockaway, NY
Pricing Updated: 03/22/2025Current apartment rentals in the Far Rockaway, NY area range in price from $800 to $6,570 with an overall median price of $3,656. The three Far Rockaway neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Edgemere at $2,160, Bayswater at $1,967, and Downtown Far Rockaway at $2,800. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Far Rockaway Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Edgemere | $2,925 | $2,160 | 577 |
Bayswater | $3,332 | $1,967 | 116 |
Downtown Far Rockaway | $3,500 | $2,800 | 40 |
Arverne | $4,263 | $2,199 | 241 |
South Shore Queens | $4,263 | $800 | 2450 |
Cheapest Available Far Rockaway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Far Rockaway, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield At Far Rockaway in the JFK Airport neighborhood priced from $1,795. Fairfield Estates At Woodmere in the Business District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Far Rockaway apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Fairfield At Far Rockaway | Residence A | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Fairfield Estates At Woodmere | The Atlantic II | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Fairfield At Cedarhurst | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,160 |
Arverne View | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Wavecrest Gardens | Apartment 04C | 1BR,1BA | $2,248 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far Rockaway, NY
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Far Rockaway area is the $3.44 price per square foot Residence 409 Model at The Plaza 360 in the in the Business District neighborhood starting from $4,340. The second greatest value Far Rockaway apartment is the 25308 Craft Ave Model at 25308 Craft Ave, Unit #2 starting at $3,500 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Rochdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Far Rockaway apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Plaza 360 | Residence 409 | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
25308 Craft Ave, Unit #2 | 25308 Craft Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.92 |
Fairfield Townhouses At Lawrence | The Causeway | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.54 |
Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park House | Residence D5 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Fairfield Lafayette Place At Woodmere | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.36 |
Arverne View | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Fairfield Courtyard At Woodmere | The Malverne | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
Fairfield Cedarhurst Court | The Linwood | Studio ,1BA | $4.08 |
Fairfield Estates At Woodmere | The Atlantic II | Studio ,1BA | $3.95 |
Fairfield At Far Rockaway | Residence A | Studio ,1BA | $3.68 |
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Far Rockaway Overview
Far Rockaway is a neighborhood of Queens, which is a borough of New York City. Far Rockaway is located on the eastern end of a peninsula known as the Rockaways. Other neighborhoods on this peninsula include Edgemere, Arverne, Hammels, Rockaway Beach, Rockaway Park, Belle Harbor, Neponsit, and more. The entire peninsula is home to about 120,000 people across 11 square miles, but Far Rockaway itself has about 70,000 residents in just under three square miles. It's a great place to work, live, and raise a family while still enjoying a small town feel near the big city.
Why live in Far Rockaway, NY?
Far Rockaway is a special part of Queens because of its eclectic charm. You get the feeling of a small suburban town while still being close to the opportunities a major city provides. Plus, you have gorgeous views of the Atlantic Ocean just steps away all year long. There are plenty of ways to get outside and get active from the skate park to basketball courts, to playgrounds and parks, as well as the boardwalk with all of its shops and restaurants.
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Getting Around Far Rockaway, NY
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
73 / 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 Far Rockaway Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Far Rockaway?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Far Rockaway is under $2,750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Far Rockaway?
The cheapest apartment in Far Rockaway is Fairfield At Far Rockaway which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Far Rockaway costs $3,656.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Far Rockaway?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 90 regular apartments in Far Rockaway that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Far Rockaway?
Cheap apartments in Far Rockaway have an average cost of $830 which is $2,826 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Far Rockaway.
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