85-40 68th Ave
85-40 68th Ave,
Queens, NY 11374
3 Beds | $6,000
Rental Market Trends in Forest Hills, NY
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Forest Hills, NY is $2,464/month.
Rent in Forest Hills is 48% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,464/month
Average Rent
738 Sq Ft
Average Size
+3.3%
Change / Year
87
Available Apartments
Forest Hills rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Forest Hills average $2,130 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Forest Hills average $2,464 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Forest Hills average $3,917 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Forest Hills average $4,210 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Forest Hills, NY?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3.3%, which averages out to $82 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Forest Hills, NY
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
40%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
60%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Forest Hills?
Based on current rent prices, Forest Hills is the most affordable neighborhood in Forest Hills.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Forest Hills?
Based on current rent prices, Forest Hills is the most expensive neighborhood in Forest Hills.
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Which Forest Hills neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Forest Hills with the most apartments available is Forest Hills .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Forest Hills, NY?
Because the average rent in Forest Hills is $2,464, you’ll want to make about $8,213 per month or $98,556 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Forest Hills, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Forest Hills, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Forest Hills Area GuideStudio
$2,206/month
$2,206/month
One Bedroom
$2,348/month
$2,348/month
Two Bedroom
$4,170/month
$4,170/month
Three Bedroom
$4,247/month
$4,247/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Kew Gardens Hills
Avg Rent: $2,871/month
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Rego Park
Avg Rent: $2,298/month
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Kew Gardens
Avg Rent: $2,047/month
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Flushing
Avg Rent: $2,064/month
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Richmond Hill
Avg Rent: $1,869/month
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Corona
Avg Rent: $1,576/month
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Elmhurst
Avg Rent: $1,909/month
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Woodhaven
Avg Rent: $1,727/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Forest Hills?
The average rent in Forest Hills is $2,464 per month, which is 48.1% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Forest Hills?
The average rent for a house in Forest Hills, NY is $4,870 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Forest Hills?
The average rent for a condo in Forest Hills, NY is $2,668 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Forest Hills?
Rents in Forest Hills, NY are increasing, with prices up 3.3% year-over-year and $82 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Forest Hills?
In Forest Hills, NY, 60% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.