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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Astoria Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY from $700 (31 Rentals)
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2132 42nd St, Unit Room for Rent
2132 42nd StAstoria, NY 11105
30-98-98 Crescent St
QueensNY11102
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Hallets Cove Senior Citizen Residence 62+
1420 27th AveAstoria, NY 11102
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Downtown Astoria, Long Island City, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Astoria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Astoria Studio Apartments | $3,493 | $1,950 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Astoria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,142 | $1,600 | $6,534 |
| Downtown Astoria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,516 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Astoria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,281 | $2,900 | $8,289 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Astoria Neighborhood of Long Island City, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Astoria Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Astoria area of Long Island City, NY is a Studio unit found at 22-77 Steinway St priced from $1,900. 2-21 Malt Drive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,490. Here are the most affordable Downtown Astoria apartments for rent in Long Island City, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22-77 Steinway St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 2-21 Malt Drive Apartments | Lottery Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,490 |
| Halletts Point | 10 HLP - Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,761 |
| Skylimit Tower | 1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Astoria, NY
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Astoria area is the $3.34 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,350. The second greatest value Downtown Astoria 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 Downtown Astoria apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 | 3104 31st Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 | 2431 43rd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
| 2132 42nd St, Unit Room for Rent | 2132 42nd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 3212 23rd St, Unit 2 | 3212 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 2383 38th St, Unit 2 bedroom Apt in Astoria | 2383 38th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 3220 35th St, Unit 2 | 3220 35th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 1829 26th Ave, Unit 3 | 1829 26th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 3156 31st St, Unit 2 | 3156 31st St | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| 3707 36th Ave, Unit 2 | 3707 36th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 2-21 Malt Drive Apartments | Lottery Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Astoria, Long Island City, NY
Ranked #7
Among neighborhoods in Long Island City, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Astoria, Long Island City, NY
Academy For New Americans
New York City Geographic District 30 Queens
Public School - Grades 6-8 (116)
3 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Best Local Schools in Downtown Astoria, Long Island City, NY
Academy For New Americans
New York City Geographic District 30 Queens
Public School - Grades 6-8 (116)
3 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the Downtown Astoria Neighborhood in Long Island City, NY
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
92 / 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 Downtown Astoria Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Astoria?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Astoria is under $2,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Astoria?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Astoria is Skylimit Tower which is listed at $2,800, while the average apartment in Downtown Astoria costs $7,698.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Astoria?
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 3 regular apartments in Downtown Astoria 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 Downtown Astoria?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Astoria have an average cost of $3,837 which is $3,861 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Astoria.
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