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400 Eldert Lane, Unit Studio

118-16-118101 101st Ave

112-13 Jamaica Ave

90-22 70th Dr

102-20 Remington St

110-11 Liberty Ave

158-29 76th Ave

84-19 51st Ave

41-34 Frame Pl

165 Nichols Ave

103-37-103-91 91st St

105-30 66th Ave

ParkHill City

84-16 60th Rd

61-25 97th St

Hillside Tower

51-12 94th St

88-44 81st Rd

105-47-105-63 63rd Rd
Forest Hills, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Forest Hills Studio Apartments | $2,496 | $1,500 | $7,250 |
Cheap Forest Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,284 | $1,600 | $3,399 |
Cheap Forest Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,031 | $2,000 | $5,500 |
Cheap Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,357 | $2,500 | $5,100 |
Cheap Forest Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,540 | $3,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Hills, 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 Forest Hills 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 |
Park Haven | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,899 |
ParkHill City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Hillside Tower | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
MetLife | Model SA | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
119-21 Metropolitan Avenue | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
98-30 67th Avenue | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, NY
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $1.67 price per square foot 9022 143rd St Model at 9022 143rd St, Unit 2nd Floor in the in the South Jamaica neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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9022 143rd St, Unit 2nd Floor | 9022 143rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
10519 37th Ave, Unit 3 | 10519 37th Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.64 |
8019 87th Ave, Unit 2FL | 8019 87th Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.73 |
7153 71st Plz, Unit 2nd Floor | 7153 71st Plz | 3BR,1BA | $3.00 |
7417 85th Rd, Unit 1st Floor | 7417 85th Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
62-42 99th St, Unit 1st Fl 99th ST | 62-42 99th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
98-34 63rd Dr, Unit 4a | 98-34 63rd Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
7860 84th St, Unit 2 | 7860 84th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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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Forest Hills Overview
Forest Hills is a small neighborhood of Queens, which is also a borough of New York City. It has about 80,000 residents within its 2.6 square miles. It features the best of both worlds with a busy, thriving commercial area featuring many apartment buildings along Queens Boulevard, and quieter residential areas with single family homes. The area is extremely walkable and there's plenty of public transportation. Schools in the area are highly rated, and you're still near all the things that Brooklyn and Manhattan have to offer if you ever need to see something new.
Why live in Forest Hills, NY?
Forest Hills is the perfect balance between big city life and small town charm. It's got its own commercial strip full of luxury high rises, boutiques, restaurants, and more. Plus it also has plenty of green spaces, playgrounds, schools, and fun activities for families. The rustic culture and old-timey atmosphere with Art Deco interiors are what draw people to this neighborhood. Whether you're young and single, married, or a parent, you'll find plenty to love about Forest Hills.
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Getting Around Forest Hills, NY
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
97 / 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 Cheap Forest Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Hills is at 35-05 94th Street and 35-08 95th Street listed at $1,749.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment is $1,850 at 102-43 Corona Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Hills is starting from $2,850 at Hillside Tower.
What is the most affordable Forest Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at ParkHill City and starts from $4,000.
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