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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunnyside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Sunnyside Studio Apartments | $3,457 | $1,750 | $8,500 |
Cheap Sunnyside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,532 | $1,750 | $7,510 |
Cheap Sunnyside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,624 | $2,188 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Sunnyside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,260 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Sunnyside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,521 | $4,500 | $8,010 |
Sunnyside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,670 | $1,210 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Sunnyside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sunnyside, NY is a Studio unit found at 43-08 40th Street in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood priced from $1,900. 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 Sunnyside apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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43-08 40th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
22-77 Steinway St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
47-05 45th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, NY
As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $3.00 price per square foot 2431 43rd St Model at 2431 43rd St, Unit 2 in the in the Astoria Heights neighborhood starting from $4,199. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the 4229 66th St Model at 4229 66th St, Unit 2 starting at $3,100 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Northwestern Queens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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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 |
2247 Harman St, Unit 2 | 2247 Harman St | 3BR,2BA | $3.23 |
3118 82nd St, Unit 2 | 3118 82nd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
3954 65th Pl, Unit A | 3954 65th Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
3212 23rd St, Unit 2 | 3212 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
Node Harman | Private Room in 3 Bed Shared Apt | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
4135 50th St, Unit 2 | 4135 50th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
1829 26th Ave, Unit 3 | 1829 26th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
81-11 45th Ave, Unit 1-D | 81-11 45th Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
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Sunnyside Overview
Sunnyside, NY is located west of Manhattan and just south of Astoria. This is a cozy residential neighborhood full of picturesque row houses and apartments. These homes and apartments in Sunnyside are the perfect choice for New Yorkers who want to live somewhere quieter but still have easy access to the greater metropolitan area. Plus, the neighborhood itself has plenty of amenities of its own to boast, including world-class restaurants, gorgeous parks, and so much more. Continue reading to learn more about the community and why so many are choosing to move to Sunnyside apartments.
Why live in Sunnyside, NY?
"The Sunnyside apartments are a great lifestyle choice for those New Yorkers who want to have access to everything the big city has to offer but don't actually want to live at the very center of everything. This community is just far enough away from Manhattan to feel more suburban-esque and neighborly. Sunnyside, NY has also taken part in the city's new ""Open Streets"" program and has three stretches of avenues that are open only to pedestrians and cyclists in busy hours. This in combination with its city limits including several parks makes it a great choice for more active, outdoors individuals.á"
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Getting Around Sunnyside, NY
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
96 / 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 Sunnyside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunnyside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunnyside is at 43-08 40th Street listed at $1,900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment is $2,200 at 43-08 40th Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunnyside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunnyside is starting from $3,215 at Woodside Central.
What is the most affordable Sunnyside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sunnyside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alta+ and starts from $4,633.
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