Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Queens, NY

Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Queens are Southeast Queens, Central Queens, and Northeast Queens. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Queens, making them ideal for renters on a budget.

Southeast Queens

Average Rent

$2,298/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1%

TransitScore® Rating

83/100

Units Available

41 Rentals

Southeast Queens begins along Jamaica Bay and stretches north toward Queens. The area’s charming neighborhoods provide a suburban feel, but residents enjoy easy access to destinations like Manhattan and JFK Airport. The area is home to several parks, perfect for weekend picnics and recreational activities.

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Central Queens

Average Rent

$2,414/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

2%

TransitScore® Rating

86/100

Units Available

89 Rentals

Central Queens is a large area filled with smaller neighborhoods, including Elmhurst, Corona, Flushing, and Maspeth. This area boasts excellent transportation options, ensuring easy access to Manhattan and other parts of New York City. Additionally, parks like Flushing Meadows Corona Park and Rockaway Beach provide residents with ample outdoor activities.

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Northeast Queens

Average Rent

$2,544/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.3%

TransitScore® Rating

95/100

Units Available

80 Rentals

Located along the East River, Northeast Queens provides a peaceful environment ideal for those seeking tranquility without straying too far from the city's buzz. Northeast Queens contains several popular neighborhoods, including Bayside, Kew Gardens Hills, and Murray Hill. This part of Queens is known for its top-ranking schools and community amenities.

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Northwestern Queens

Average Rent

$3,183/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.8%

TransitScore® Rating

80/100

Units Available

63 Rentals

Renters in Northwestern Queens enjoy excellent views of Manhattan, located across the East River from the Upper East Side. Northwestern Queens attracts renters with its eclectic dining scene and artsy atmosphere while remaining budget friendly. The neighborhood's efficient public transportation network ensures residents can easily commute to work or explore the city.

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Methodology

Transit Score measures access to public transit. Scores range from 0 (minimal transit) to 100 (rider’s paradise). Learn more about the Transit Score methodology. Rental data is sourced from CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As a leading authority in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar performs in-depth research to build and sustain an extensive database of commercial real estate insights.

We've combined this data with public records to provide the most current rental information available.