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 June 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 $4,550 this month. As spring turns to summer, renters will find plenty of units on the market. However, prices will continue to increase over the coming months, meaning renters must carefully weigh their options. The following Queens listings under $2,500 in June 2025 offer private outdoor space, access to laundry, and numerous closets.
Best Queens Listings in June 2025
1. 100-11 Ascan Avenue #2
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Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Price: $2,400
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 19.12%
Prospective renters who work from home can consider this one-bedroom apartment with an additional home office. The unit includes an oversized living room and a separate windowed kitchen with a dishwasher, mixed appliances, and plenty of cabinets. In the bright bedroom, renters will appreciate a generously-sized closet and enough room for a queen-size bed. Additionally, the bathroom features updated finishes, including shelving and storage. Tenants can access the laundry in the building, and will live on a quiet tree-lined block that is a 15-minute walk to the E and F trains.
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2. 325-30 30th Road #1
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Neighborhood: Astoria
Price: $2,100
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 0.14%
Renters who want to live in Astoria can tour this well-lit unit with built-in wall sconces. This pet-friendly apartment includes a separate kitchen with white appliances, a window, and wooden cabinets. In the living space, tenants will find hardwood floors, two windows, and plenty of room for multiple pieces of furniture. The bathroom rests to the side, featuring a bathtub, a mirrored medicine cabinet, and storage. Renters can use the laundry in the basement of this elevator building, and the unit will receive a new coat of paint before move-in. This unit is only a three-minute walk from the N and W trains.
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3. 34-40 79th Street #6I
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Neighborhood: Jackson Heights
Price: $2,300
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 3.24%
Those looking for plenty of kitchen space in June 2025 can stop their search at this Jackson Heights one-bedroom. The unit resides on the top floor of a building in Dunolly Gardens, and renters can move in immediately. In the bright and welcoming kitchen, tenants will find plenty of counter and cabinet space, white appliances, and a tile backsplash. Original oak wood floors run throughout the remainder of the unit in the living room and bedroom, which both offer massive floor plans. The bedroom boasts a double exposure, welcoming plenty of natural light. This unit resides in a co-op building that includes live-in supers, laundry facilities, and landscaped outdoor space with benches and picnic tables. The pet-friendly building sits across the street from a year-round farmers market, and is nine minutes from the 7 train.
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4. 48-56 47th Street #5H
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Neighborhood: Long Island City
Price: $2,299
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 61.59%
Prospective tenants in the market for a two-bedroom apartment can consider this rent-stabilized unit in Long Island City. Each bedroom comfortably fits a full bed, making this an appealing option for small families or roommates. The smaller bedroom could also convert to a home office. Tenants will find stainless steel appliances, a window, and plenty of cabinets in the kitchen. The bathroom includes a tiled floor, a medicine cabinet, and a full-size tub. This unit allows pets and is a nine-minute walk to the 7 train.
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5. 140-16 34th Avenue #3
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Neighborhood: Flushing
Price: $2,500
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 16.67%
This one-bedroom unit in Downtown Flushing offers a renovated living space and access to several amenities in June 2025. The unit includes private outdoor space overlooking the roof, letting tenants get plenty of time in the sun. In the oversized living room, they’ll find plenty of space for furniture and numerous closets. This apartment also includes a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The pet-friendly unit resides in an elevator building with laundry and a parking space. Tenants can also access the n20G bus.
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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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