What is the average apartment size in LIC, Queens, NY?

The average size for a LIC, Queens, NY apartment is 66 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in LIC?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in LIC is $3,786 per month, a 9.3% decrease from last year’s average of $4,174.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in LIC?

In LIC, studios rent for $3,786 per month, one-bedroom units average $3,799 per month.

What is the average apartment size in LIC?

The typical apartment in LIC offers about 66 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in LIC?

Studio apartments in LIC average 66 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 35 sq. ft.

LIC, Queens, NY Rental Market Trends

Q: Do most people rent or own in LIC?

In LIC, 83% of households rent while 17% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in LIC is $3,786, a 9.3% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $4,174.

Studio Apartments at $3,786 offer the most budget-friendly option with 66 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 35 square feet for $3,799, balancing privacy and affordability.

Average rent in LIC, Queens, NY

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$3,786	66 sq. ft.
Studio	$3,786	66 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$3,799	35 sq. ft.
2 Beds	n/a	n/a
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

LIC, Queens, NY rent trends

Rental prices in LIC, Queens, NY have decreased by 9.3% over the past year. The average rent moved from $4,174 to $3,786.

Do most people rent or own in LIC, Queens, NY?

15,362 or 83% of the households in LIC, Queens, NY are renter-occupied while 3,092 or 17% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in LIC?

Briarwood $2,144/month

Jamaica $2,164/month

Downtown Flushing $2,202/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $4,252/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in LIC?

Forest Hills $3,434/month

LIC $3,786/month

Hunters Point $4,415/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Queens, NY By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Hunters Point	$4,415
LIC	$3,786
Forest Hills	$3,434
Old Astoria	$3,390
Jackson Heights	$2,741
Rego Park	$2,529
Jamaica Hills	$2,508
Far Rockaway	$2,426
Elmhurst	$2,406
Corona	$2,367
Murray Hill	$2,364
Jamaica Estates	$2,217
Downtown Flushing	$2,202
Jamaica	$2,164
Briarwood	$2,144

Queens | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in LIC is 77% higher than in Briarwood

$3,786

LIC rent is the same as Queens average

Average Rent $3,786

$2,144

Briarwood rent is 43% lower than Queens average

Average Rent $2,144

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all LIC apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.