
Cheap Homes for Rent in Long Island City, NY from $900 (31 Rentals)
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2572 Steinway St

81 Olive St

208 E 95th St

81 Olive St

1521 York Ave

14 Judge St

14 Judge St

133 Avenue D

29 Fayette St

2036 2nd Ave

2028 2nd Ave

90 Manhattan Ave

355 E 4th St

509 E 87th St

1523 York Ave

113 1st Ave

375 E 10th St

32-12 82nd St

345 E 21 St

348 E 110th St

41-42-42 40th St

30-63-63 33rd St

43-10 44th St

345 E 21st St

39A Broome St

650 Melrose Ave

1494 2nd Ave

23-78-78 24th St

251 E 84th St

34-46-46 10th St
Long Island City, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Long Island City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Long Island City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,428 | $1,625 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,485 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,146 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,406 | $1,825 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
Long Island City 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $31,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island City, NY
Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Long Island City, NY area range in price from $1,575 to $20,390 with an overall median price of $6,398. The three Long Island City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ravenswood at $2,250, Blissville at $1,958, and Queens Bridge at $3,318. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Long Island City Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Ravenswood | $3,450 | $2,250 | 56 |
Blissville | $3,750 | $1,958 | 54 |
Queens Bridge | $6,550 | $3,318 | 1028 |
LIC | $6,734 | $1,575 | 3194 |
Halletts Cove | $7,500 | $1,950 | 2118 |
Downtown Astoria | $7,542 | $1,600 | 2466 |
Hunters Point South | $7,831 | $2,490 | 2082 |
Sunnyside | $7,831 | $2,100 | 2228 |
Cheapest Available Long Island City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Island City, NY is a Studio unit found at 35-05 94th Street and 35-08 95th Street in the North Corona neighborhood priced from $1,831. 22-77 Steinway St in the Astoria Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Island City 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 | $1,831 |
22-77 Steinway St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
143 E 36th St | Private Bedroom | 1BR, | $2,100 |
47-05 45th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY and Nearby
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Long Island City area is the $0.04 price per square foot Studio, 1 bath Model at 349-351 Kent Ave in the in the South Williamsburg neighborhood starting from $80. The second greatest value Long Island City apartment is the 719 Driggs Ave Model at 719 Driggs Ave, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $3,800 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the South Williamsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Island City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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349-351 Kent Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $0.04 |
719 Driggs Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 719 Driggs Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
2431 43rd St, Unit 2 | 2431 43rd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
4229 66th St, Unit 2 | 4229 66th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
699 Prospect Ave, Unit 2 | 699 Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
3375 10th St, Unit B | 3375 10th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
2132 42nd St, Unit Room for Rent | 2132 42nd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
3212 23rd St, Unit 2 | 3212 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
4135 50th St, Unit 2 | 4135 50th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
1829 26th Ave, Unit 3 | 1829 26th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Long Island City
What type of rentals are currently available in Long Island City?
There are currently 16669 Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,490 to $30,960. There are also 525 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Long Island City ranging from $950 to $80,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Long Island City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Long Island City ranges from $950 to $80,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,757.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Long Island City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Long Island City range from $2,200 to $24,680, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,025 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,490.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.