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 April 2026 under $2,995, which provide lower rents and quick commutes.
The median rent for a New York City apartment increased again to $4,700 this month. With spring’s rental season officially in place, renters must carefully weigh their options to find a cost-effective unit that meets their search criteria. The following Queens listings in April of 2026 under $2,995 offer rent stabilization, laundry in unit, stainless steel appliances, and more.
Best Queens Listings in April of 2026 under $2,995
1. 20-50 Hazen Street
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,995
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 25.13%
First up this month, is this well-maintained and recently renovated top floor unit in a multi-family home. The unit has plenty of natural light and comes with features such as large closets, stainless steel appliances, renovated bathrooms, huge backyard accessa nd washer and dryer in unit. Heat and water included.
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2. 28-18 41st Avenue #2R
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Neighborhood: Long Island City
Price: $2,995
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 50.91%
Up next is this spacious two bedroom Long Island City apartment. This home features a separate kitchen space with plenty of counter space and dining table. Additionally, there is plenty of storage and heat and hot water are both included in the rent. Pets are welcome as well.
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3. 117-8 Curzon Road #1
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Neighborhood: Kew Gardens
Price: $2,500
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 11.50%
This next unit is a true one bedroom that can be flex/converted into two bedrooms that’s located on the first floor of the building. This unit has bedrooms that can both accommodate king-sized beds. Additionally, there is a large kitchen and hardwood flooring. Due to the converted nature of the unit, there is no separate living room. Parking is available for an additional fee!
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4. 20-15 24th Street #2A
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,775
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 30.63%
This rent stabilized two bedroom by Astoria Park is a must see. This unit comes with both a queen-sized and full-sized bedroom. Additionally, there is a oversized living room, renovated kitchen, and is pet friendly! Heat and hot water are included in rent.
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5. 36-14 165th Street #3GN
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Neighborhood: Flushing
Price: $2,995
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 7.85%
Last but not least, this Flushing two bedroom apartment should be on your must see list. The unit comes with a separate eat-in kitchen that has a dishwasher. Pets are okay on a case-by-case basis and tenants will have easy access to a live-in super on the premise. Additionally, it is just a block away from the LIRR.
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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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