Queens Listings Under $2,520 in May 2025

Neighborhood: Jamaica Price: $2,325 Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 11.56% Renters looking for a luxury unit can consider this new apartment in Jamaica in May 2025. Upon entering the unit, renters will find a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and plenty of counter space with room for barstool seating. The living area and bedroom boast floor-to-ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light, and hardwood floors run throughout the space. Beyond the unit, tenants can access numerous building amenities like a landscaped outdoor terrace, a rooftop deck, EV-ready parking, laundry facilities, and bike storage. This elevator building is a three-minute walk from the E and F trains.

2. 37-14 36th Street #8G

Neighborhood: Long Island City Price: $2,520 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 25.26% Long Island City features the most expensive apartments in the borough due to its luxury units and building amenities. While this studio apartment offers luxurious features, it has a lower price point than comparable units. Renters will step into the studio to find oversized windows that let in plenty of natural light. In the kitchen, they’ll find white quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. This building also features numerous amenities, including a furnished roof deck, laundry facilities, and a lounge.

3. 45-31 163rd Street #1

Neighborhood: Flushing Price: $2,100 Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 11.58% While this unit offers one bedroom, it can flex into three small rooms that renters can use as offices or other recreational spaces. The kitchen includes white fixtures like cabinets and appliances, and the unit also includes light-colored hardwood floors. Throughout the unit, renters will find plenty of space and recessed lighting. Tenants can access the private backyard and pay for additional parking if they desire. This unit resides near the n20G bus line and is not within walking distance of a train station.

4. 70-69 Walnut Street #3FL

Neighborhood: Forest Hills Price: $2,500 Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 32.71% Prospective tenants in the market for a two-bedroom apartment can consider this bright and welcoming Forest Hills option. This unit sits on the top floor of a detached brick house and includes an extra room for a home office. The separate kitchen includes wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dishwasher, and each bedroom offers a spacious floor plan. Renters can access laundry machines in the building, and they will be a 24-minute walk from the J and Z trains, so they may want to consider alternative forms of transportation.

5. 31-32 37th Street #2R

Neighborhood: Astoria Price: $2,200 Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 26.67% Astoria renters can consider this below-market-priced one-bedroom with numerous windows. The unit spans 800 square feet and includes hardwood floors, a finished bathroom, and plenty of closet space. Renters will appreciate a separate and spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances. This building is only seven minutes from the N and W trains.

Methodology

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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