Queens is a popular borough with numerous neighborhoods and an impressive food scene. The borough boasts plenty of communities filled with restaurants and entertainment, with lower rental prices than areas in Manhattan. Renters can find many Queens listings in August 2025 across popular neighborhoods like Astoria and Long Island City, which provide lower rents and quick commutes.
The median rent for a New York City apartment increased yet again to $4,780 this month. Summer is in full swing, and the busy rental season remains competitive. Renters must carefully weigh their options to find a cost-effective unit that meets their search criteria. The following Queens listings under $3,350 in August 2025 offer in-unit laundry, outdoor space, stainless steel appliances, and convenient locations near transportation.
Best Queens Listings in August 2025
1. 40th St and 36th Ave
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Neighborhood: Long Island City
Price: $3,350
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 45.92%
Located just one block away from the Steinway Street N/W and R/M subway station, this renovated 2-bedroom apartment is extremely convenient. The apartment comes with amenities such as a dishwasher, microwave, and other full-size appliances. Large windows found throughout the unit provide plenty of natural light and ventilation. For those who dislike going to a laundromat, you’re in luck. You can wash your clothes directly in the basement of the building!
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2. 67-19 Austin Street #5A
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Price: $3,300
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 13.41%
You won’t want to miss out on this apartment in a newly constructed building. The unit features its own private terrace, high ceilings, large windows, and comes with installed AC units. Residents can appreciate the open eat-in kitchen with its stainless steel appliances and separate pantry closet. Laundry is available in the building along with convenient elevator access. The building is located just two blocks away from the nearest subway station.
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3. 60-80 Myrtle Avenue #3F
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Neighborhood: Ridgewood
Price: $3,000
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 9.08%
Prospective renters won’t want to miss out on this Ridgewood luxury apartment. Each unit is designed with high ceilings, hardwood floors, and oversized windows. Other features of the apartment include the central AC, stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, dishwasher, microwave, and video intercom system. The building itself offers on-site laundry, a fitness center, a rooftop, bike storage, and outdoor common spaces for you to relax in at the end of the day.
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4. 17-21 Himrod Street #3R
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Neighborhood: Ridgewood
Price: $3,200
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 3.02%
Another Ridgewood apartment on the list that you won’t want to miss. This large 2-bedroom apartment features an in-unit washer and dryer for ultimate convenience. The kitchen and living room are separate for those who don’t like an open layout concept. The building is located just a few steps away from the DeKalb L train station and Maria Hernandez Park.
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5. 21-12 33rd Street #2A
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,995
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 0.27%
Last but not least, don’t forget to check out this spacious and sunny one-bedroom in Astoria. The unit comes with central air and heat, plus in-unit laundry. There is a shared patio space for tenants to utilize, and additional private storage is available should you need it. Best of all, it is fully furnished, so you don’t have to worry about buying any additional furniture.
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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 Queens listings may receive applications and be taken off the market within days. 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.
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