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 affordable Queens listings in December 2025 under $2990, which provide lower rents and quick commutes.
The median rent for a New York City apartment decreased to $4,500 this month. Summer is slowly winding down now, and the busy rental season is finally behind us. Renters must still carefully weigh their options to find a cost-effective unit that meets their search criteria. The following Queens listings under $2,990 in December 2025 offer hardwood flooring, rent stabilization, laundry in unit, and convenient shuttle service to nearby transportation.
Affordable Queens Listings in December 2025 under $2990
1. 21-16 35th Street #2E
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,800
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 8.97%
First up this month is this well-maintained one bedroom apartment in Astoria, Queens. This unit is located on the second floor of a pre-war building and can be available for a three to six month short term lease. The apartment will be fully furnished as the owner resides there part time.
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2. 12-2 Astoria Boulevard #3B
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,990
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 2.80%
This unique one bedroom apartment in Astoria is located in a 7 unit elevator building by numerous parks. The unit itself features a truly unique ceilings and flooring design and comes with it’s own private balcony. For added convenience, tenants will have access to laundry facilities in the building itself.
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3. 21-67 33rd Street #4G
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,500
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 33.33%
Next on our list is this bright and spacious two bedroom apartment with easy access to major highways and public transportation. The unit is located in a building with laundry facilities and features a dishwasher and good storage space. Hot water and heat are included in your rent!
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4. 34-46 Vernon Boulevard #W422
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,987
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 2.89%
You won’t want to miss out on this rent stabilized apartment located in Vordonia Towers in Astoria. The unit features an open concept kitchen with a dishwasher and laundry in unit! Luxurious amenities in the building include a gym, lounge, outdoor pool, and shuttle that takes residents to the local subway stop, ferry, and more.
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5. 20-67 32nd Street #2
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,600
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 30.67%
Last but not least on our list this month is this bright and spacious two bedroom apartment in Astoria. This unit features a separate kitchen with hardwood flooring throughout. There are big windows throughout the bedrooms meaning you’ll get plenty of natural light!
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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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