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 January 2026 under $3200, which provide lower rents and quick commutes.
The median rent for a New York City apartment decreased to $4,495 this month. Though we are deep into winter, renters must still carefully weigh their options to find a cost-effective unit that meets their search criteria. The following Queens listings in January 2026 under $3,200 offer hardwood flooring, laundry in unit, and fitness center access.
Best Queens Listings in January 2026 under $3200
1. 63-36 98th Place #5C
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Neighborhood: Rego Park
Price: $2,800
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 24.67%
First up on our list this month is this Junior 4 style apartment in Rego Park. This apartment comes with two bedrooms, a living room, and a bathroom. The unit is bright and spacious. Prospective tenants can enjoy laundry facilities within the building along with parking.
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2. 24-31 41st Street #1
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $3,200
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 20.80%
Prospective tenants will want to check out this two bedroom apartment located in a pre-war building in Astoria. The apartment’s best feature is its sunroom with bright spacious windows. In addition to the sunroom, there is a separate living space and separate dining room. The landlord will be covering heat and hot water and is pet friendly.
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3. 27-10 14th Street #1
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $3,100
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 23.28%
Located by Astoria Park, this two bedroom apartment is a must see. The unit features a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, plenty of cabinet space, and hardwood flooring throughout. Additionally, both queen-sized bedrooms in the unit come with their own closet space. Given its close proximity to the park, prospective tenants will have easy access to tennis courts, a running track, pool, and stunning waterfront views.
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4. 34-39 24th Street #3
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $3,000
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 25.75%
Our next featured listing is a well-laid-out two bedroom apartment in Astoria. This apartment has a separate living room and kitchen and comes with unique features such as ceiling fans, large windows, and has a great functional layout.
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5. 42-22 Ketcham Street
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Neighborhood: Elmhurst
Price: $2,850
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 10.94%
Last but not least, this two bedroom apartment in Elmhurst is a must see. This unit features an in unit washer/dryer, dishwasher, and microwave. Additionally, the building that it is located in comes with elevator access, laundry facilities, live-in super, virtual doorman, and common outdoor space. For an additional fee, tenants can access a fitness center as well.
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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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