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 the best Queens listings in October of 2026 under $3,200, which provide lower rents and quick commutes.
The median rent for a New York City apartment increase back up to $4,995 this month. With fall quickly approaching, renters must carefully weigh their options to find a cost-effective unit that meets their search criteria. The following Queens listings in October of 2026 under $3,200 offer laundry in unit, stainless steel appliances, dishwashers, private balconies, and more.
Best Queens Listings in October of 2026 under $3,200
1. 70-9 45th Avenue #4D
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Neighborhood: Elmhurst
Price: $3,150
Size: 2 Beds, 2 Baths
Percentage Below: 10.00%
First up this month, is a spacious apartment with northwest exposures in Elmhurst. The unit comes with stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and best yet, a private balcony. Tenants will also have elevator access, laundry room facilities, fitness center, and rooftop.
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2. 22-30 49th Street #1
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $3,150
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 4.55%
Next up, don’t miss out on this Astoria apartment with washer and dryer in unit. Available on Nov 1st, this unit has an extra large backyard with garden, bbq, and seating area. Additionally, the unit itself has a large mounted flatscreen TV, electric fireplace, stainless steel appliances, walk-in-shower, and split unit A/C in bedroom room.
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3. 36-14 165th Street #4AS
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Neighborhood: Flushing
Price: $2,495
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 16.83%
This next unit on our list is rent stabilized and will be renovated before the next tenant moves in. This unit has a huge living room, separate eat-in kitchen, and the landlord will cover heat and hot water. Pets are allowed on a case by case basis.
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4. 66-7 99th Street #2C
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Neighborhood: Rego Park
Price: $2,150
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 14.85%
Next up, don’t miss out on this spacious renovated studio unit in Rego Park. The unit features renovated kitchen and bathroom and comes with new appliances and plenty of closet space through. Tenants will have access to the building’s elevator, live-in super, and laundry facilities.
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5. 64-3 Forest Avenue #2L
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Neighborhood: Ridgewood
Price: $3,200
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 18.88%
Last but not least, this two bedroom apartment is located on the second floor of a well-kept building. This unit has a classic railroad layout and has plenty of features such as tin ceilings, crown molding, and marble tiles in the front room. The kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher. Additionally, both bedrooms have ceiling fangs. Tenants can access laundry facilities directly in the building.
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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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