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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 | $5,387 | $2,395 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,869 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,899 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
Long Island City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,666 | $8,999 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island City, NY
Pricing Updated: 05/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Long Island City, NY area range in price from $1,799 to $40,000 with an overall median price of $7,296. The three Long Island City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ravenswood at $2,495, Hunters Point South at $3,540, and LIC at $2,050. 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 | $4,000 | $2,495 | 2 |
Hunters Point South | $4,295 | $3,540 | 6 |
LIC | $6,842 | $2,050 | 119 |
Downtown Astoria | $7,500 | $1,799 | 80 |
Halletts Cove | $7,500 | $1,895 | 102 |
Queens Bridge | $7,895 | $2,750 | 129 |
Sunnyside | $7,895 | $1,799 | 147 |
Blissville | $12,445 | $2,100 | 5 |
Cheapest Available Long Island City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Island City, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 30 Meserole St in the South Williamsburg neighborhood priced from $1,695. The Reserve in the Uptown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,895. 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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30 Meserole St | Economy Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - G | 4BR,2BA | $1,895 |
43-08 40th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
47-05 45th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY and Nearby
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Long Island City area is the $2.67 price per square foot 952 E 156th St Model at 952 E 156th St, Unit #3 in the in the Woodstock neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Long Island City apartment is the 2247 Harman St Model at 2247 Harman St, Unit 2 starting at $3,800 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the North Glendale 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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952 E 156th St, Unit #3 | 952 E 156th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.67 |
2247 Harman St, Unit 2 | 2247 Harman St | 3BR,2BA | $3.23 |
The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - G | 4BR,2BA | $1.75 |
2051 27th St, Unit 1fl | 2051 27th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
5974 61st St, Unit 1 | 5974 61st St | 3BR,1BA | $3.20 |
6132 56th Dr, Unit 3 | 6132 56th Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
2433 43rd St, Unit 2 | 2433 43rd St | 3BR,1BA | $3.22 |
1979 76th St, Unit 2nd floor | 1979 76th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
1816 DeKalb Ave, Unit 1 | 1816 DeKalb Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
443 E 141st St, Unit 21 | 443 E 141st St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
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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 16412 Apartments for Rent in Long Island City, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $38,687. There are also 964 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Long Island City ranging from $1,400 to $50,000.
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 $1,400 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,873.
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 $1,200 to $24,680, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,275.
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.