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 January 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 remained at $4,200 this month. With winter in full swing, those brave enough to tour in the cold can find appealing deals. However, there are fewer availabilities at this time of year, so renters must still remain vigilant when looking for an apartment. The following Queens listings under $2,450 offer stainless steel appliances, fitness centers, and in-unit laundry.
Best Queens Listings in January 2025
1. 66-6 Grand Central Parkway #1A
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Price: $2,450 Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 30.00% Those looking for a two-bedroom apartment can consider this Forest Hills unit. Tenants will rent directly from the owner and not pay a broker fee, saving money during the move-in process. The unit features a kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and natural light. Each bedroom includes a spacious floor plan with hardwood floors and oversized windows. Applicants must receive co-op approval to live in the unit. The apartment resides in a building with a laundry room that is a 14-minute walk from the E, M, and R trains. |
2. 46-10 70th Street #1015
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Price: $2,212 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 12.14% Tenants looking for a modern and bright studio apartment can consider this Elmhurst rental with oversized windows. The spacious floorplan permits a full or queen-sized bed and multiple pieces of furniture. Tenants will appreciate a separate kitchen, providing a sense of more space throughout the unit. In the kitchen, they’ll find stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and an in-unit washer and dryer. This pet-friendly unit offers three months free on a 16-month lease, appealing to those who plan to rent for a longer lease duration. Throughout the elevator and doorman building, residents can use multiple amenities like a roof deck, a tenant lounge, and a fitness center with a yoga studio. Renters will live 12 minutes away from the 7 train. |
3. 144-60 26th Avenue #1F
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Price: $2,100 Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 20.45% This custom-designed one-bedroom apartment in Flushing offers unique features like a tile floor and recessed lighting. Renters will appreciate stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and counter space in the open-concept kitchen and living area. The spacious bedroom includes closet space, and renters can also access the common backyard at the back of the unit. This building also provides laundry access. Tenants may want a car or bike, as the nearest bus is a 23-minute walk from the unit. |
4. 22-69 41st Street #4C
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Price: $1,800 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 25.00% Renters looking for a budget-friendly option in Astoria can consider this charming and well-lit studio. The unit includes hardwood floors, plenty of windows, and a separate kitchen. The windowed kitchen includes white appliances, a dishwasher, and numerous cabinets. The living area includes a door so that renters can feel a sense of separation, similar to a bedroom. This unit resides in a cat-friendly building that is a nine-minute walk from the N and W trains. |
5. 43-7 39th Place #1E
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Price: $2,150 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 34.47% Prospective tenants looking for a quick commute to Manhattan can consider this Long Island City rental. The unit includes stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and room for additional kitchen furniture, like a portable island or pantry shelves. In the living space, tenants will find an oversized room with hardwood floors that comfortably fit living and bedroom furniture. This cat-friendly unit resides in an elevator building with a laundry room. Renters will live three minutes from the 7 train. |
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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 within days on market. 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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