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 July 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 to $4,661 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 $2,249 in July 2025 offer private outdoor space, stainless steel appliances, and laundry in the building.
Best Queens Listings in July 2025
1. 12-10 Astoria Park South #6C
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,247
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 25.10%
Prospective renters who are willing to compromise on their proximity to the train can take advantage of this attractive rental opportunity. The bright and welcoming unit includes a spacious living room that leads to a private balcony with views of the East River. Renters will find white appliances in the kitchen, along with recessed lighting in the living area. The separate bedroom comfortably fits a king-size bed and includes closet space. This rent-stabilized unit resides in an elevator building with laundry facilities. The unit is a 16-minute walk to the N and W and sits right next to Astoria Park.
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2. 36-19 167th Street #2E
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Neighborhood: Flushing
Price: $2,200
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 24.14%
Flushing renters can acquire a 700-square-foot studio this month. The living space includes two windows, dark hardwood floors, and plenty of room for living and bedroom furniture. Renters will appreciate the separate renovated kitchen, complete with a window, white appliances, and numerous cabinets. There is also a small area connecting the kitchen and living space, which renters could use for extra storage or a dining room. This cat-friendly unit resides in an elevator building that also has a laundry room. Tenants will live near the Long Island Rail Road and the n20G bus. Residents could also comfortably park their cars on the street.
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3. 54-6 Nurge Avenue #2L
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Neighborhood: Maspeth
Price: $2,200
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: On par
Maspeth renters who need some extra space can consider this one-bedroom that flexes into two. This unit features a railroad style, meaning renters will pass through each room to move throughout the unit. They’ll find a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a tile backsplash. The remainder of the unit includes pale yellow walls and gray hardwood floors. In the final room, renters will appreciate plenty of natural light and closet space, making it an ideal bedroom. Tenants could convert the extra room into a nursery or an at-home office. This building is a 19-minute walk from the L and M trains, so renters may consider using a car or bicycle to get around.
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4. 96-11 65th Road #512
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Neighborhood: Rego Park
Price: $1,900
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 9.52%
This studio apartment offers a July 15th or August 1st move-in and resides in a co-op building. The living area includes plenty of space and receives natural light through the two windows. Renters could comfortably section off the area to include a sleeping nook and a living space. In the kitchen, they’ll find wooden cabinets, white appliances, and room to fit a portable island. This unit includes heat and hot water, but renters cannot have pets. The building features an elevator and laundry facilities and is located five minutes from the E, M, and R trains.
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5. 34-42 9th Street #2R
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,249
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 25.03%
Astoria has another inviting opportunity for renters this month. Renters looking to move on September 1st can secure this one-bedroom rental with plenty of closet space. This apartment features a separate renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and room for additional storage or pantry shelves. Renters will find a tub in the bathroom, a vanity, and a medicine cabinet. Renters can have cats in the apartment, and they will live 20 minutes from the N and W trains.
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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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