10 Halletts Point
10, 20, 30 Halletts Pt,
Astoria, NY 11102
2 Beds | $4,388 - $6,390
Rental Market Trends in Long Island City, NY
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Long Island City, NY is $3,740/month.
Rent in Long Island City is 125% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,740/month
Average Rent
475 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.5%
Change / Year
336
Available Apartments
Long Island City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Long Island City average $3,114 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Long Island City average $3,740 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Long Island City average $5,146 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Long Island City average $7,718 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
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Bedrooms
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How much has average rent changed in Long Island City, NY?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.5%, which averages out to $55 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Long Island City, NY
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
1%
$700 - $1,000/month
3%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
11%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
85%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Long Island City?
Based on current rent prices, Hunters Point is the most affordable neighborhood in Long Island City.
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Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Long Island City?
Based on current rent prices, Hunters Point is the most expensive neighborhood in Long Island City.
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Which Long Island City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Long Island City with the most apartments available is Hunters Point .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Long Island City, NY?
Because the average rent in Long Island City is $3,740, you’ll want to make about $12,466 per month or $149,592 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 Long Island City, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Long Island City, 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 Long Island City Area GuideStudio
$3,445/month
$3,445/month
One Bedroom
$4,131/month
$4,131/month
Two Bedroom
$5,648/month
$5,648/month
Three Bedroom
$8,935/month
$8,935/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Long Island City?
The average rent in Long Island City is $3,740 per month, which is 124.9% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a condo in Long Island City?
The average rent for a condo in Long Island City, NY is $3,357 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Long Island City?
Rents in Long Island City, NY are increasing, with prices up 1.5% year-over-year and $55 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Long Island City?
In Long Island City, NY, 85% 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 June 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.