Queens is a popular borough that welcomes many renters monthly. The borough boasts plenty of communities filled with restaurants and entertainment with lower rental prices than areas in Manhattan. With neighborhoods like Astoria and Long Island City close to Manhattan, some people move to the borough for the lower-priced rents and the easy commute.
The median rent for a New York City apartment decreased to $4,000 this month. With fall turning into winter, renters will find fewer options than in the summer but take advantage of lower rental prices. The following units under $2,300 boast laundry rooms, stainless steel appliances, and outdoor space.
Best Queens Listings in December 2023
1. 141-41 Pershing Crescent #1
|
Neighborhood: Briarwood
Price: $2,000
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 4.76%
This renovated one-bedroom apartment resides near Queens Boulevard and is a seven-minute walk from the E and F trains. Inside the apartment, renters will find a tiled kitchen with white appliances, hardwood cabinets, and enough room for pantry racks if desired. The bedroom includes an oversized window and closet, and hardwood floors run throughout the majority of the unit.
|
2. 32-74 38th Street #1
|
Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $1,300
Size: Room, Shared Bath
Percentage Below: 50.82%
Renters who do not mind roommates can consider this private room in a three-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment. The bedroom receives plenty of natural light and offers generous space with room for a king-sized bed. This room accepts couples, and the unit resides on the first floor of the building. Throughout the apartment, renters can use the kitchen with stainless appliances, a dishwasher, and white cabinets. Hardwood floors run throughout the space, and the building resides three minutes from the E, M, and R lines.
|
3. 66-25 103rd Street #5V
|
Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Price: $2,150
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 10.42%
This oversized one-bedroom apartment includes plenty of living room and bedroom space. Couples could spread out, and single renters have enough room for an office space or recreation area. Renters will find white appliances, counter space, and cabinets in the kitchen, then step out into the living room with large windows and space for an air conditioner. The unit includes a walk-in closet, and another closet resides in the bedroom. This apartment resides in an elevator building with a full-time doorman and laundry room. Tenants can pay an additional fee for a parking space or walk four minutes to the E, M, and R trains.
|
4. 47-20 213th Street
|
Neighborhood: Bayside
Price: $2,275
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 18.75%
This newly painted two-bedroom apartment in Bayside includes a spacious kitchen with white appliances, cabinet space, and room for additional storage or seating. Each bedroom includes carpets, mirrored closets, and windows. Tenants will also acquire access to the private backyard and on-street parking.
|
5. 144-87 41st Avenue #307
|
Neighborhood: Flushing
Price: $2,300
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 20.69%
Roommates or couples can consider this generously sized two-bedroom unit. The apartment features an oversized living room that connects to the separate kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, tiled floors, and cabinet space. The smaller bedroom could also convert into an at-home office. In the large bedroom, renters can fit a king-sized bed and will find two closets. This pet-friendly unit resides in an elevator building with a live-in super and a laundry room.
|
Methodology
Released on a monthly basis, the RentHop Best Deal series aims to provide renters with useful market insights and a chance to identify rental gems currently available on the market. These listings are hand-selected by the team at RentHop based on a few factors, including layout, apartment size, features, and more importantly, price.
Note that, given the fast-paced nature of the rental market in New York, certain listings may receive applications and be taken off within days on market. If you are interested in scheduling a showing or have further questions, please make sure to submit an inquiry via the inquiry submission form located on the listing page.
Not sure how much rent you can afford? Check out our Rent Calculator now to jumpstart your apartment search.
