What is the average apartment size in Long Island City, Queens, NY?

The average size for a Long Island City, Queens, NY apartment is 413 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 Long Island City?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Long Island City is $4,516 per month, a 1.81% increase from last year’s average of $4,436.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Long Island City?

In Long Island City, studios rent for $3,574 per month, one-bedroom units average $4,475 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $6,528 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $8,295 per month

What is the average apartment size in Long Island City?

The typical apartment in Long Island City offers about 413 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Long Island City?

Studio apartments in Long Island City average 39 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 553 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 872 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,125 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Long Island City?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Long Island City include Briarwood ($2,144/month), Jamaica ($2,164/month), and Downtown Flushing ($2,202/month), all below the citywide average of $4,171.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Long Island City?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Long Island City are Forest Hills ($3,434/month), LIC ($3,786/month), and Hunters Point ($4,572/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Long Island City, Queens, NY Rental Market Trends

Q: Do most people rent or own in Long Island City?

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

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Long Island City is $4,516, a 1.81% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $4,436.

Studio Apartments at $3,574 offer the most budget-friendly option with 39 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 553 square feet for $4,475, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $6,528 offer 872 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,125 sq ft) for $8,295, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Long Island City, Queens, NY

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$4,516	413 sq. ft.
Studio	$3,574	39 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$4,475	553 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$6,528	872 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$8,295	1,125 sq. ft.

Long Island City, Queens, NY rent trends

Rental prices in Long Island City, Queens, NY have increased by 1.81% over the past year. The average rent moved from $4,436 to $4,516.

Do most people rent or own in Long Island City, Queens, NY?

22,284 or 83% of the households in Long Island City, Queens, NY are renter-occupied while 4,567 or 17% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Long Island City?

Briarwood $2,144/month

Jamaica $2,164/month

Downtown Flushing $2,202/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $4,171/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Long Island City?

Forest Hills $3,434/month

LIC $3,786/month

Hunters Point $4,572/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	$4,572
LIC	$3,786
Forest Hills	$3,434
Old Astoria	$3,390
Jackson Heights	$2,741
Far Rockaway	$2,426
Elmhurst	$2,406
Murray Hill	$2,364
Downtown Flushing	$2,202
Jamaica	$2,164
Briarwood	$2,144

Queens | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Briarwood is 3% lower than in Downtown Flushing

$2,144

Briarwood rent is 53% lower than Queens average

Average Rent $2,144

$2,202

Downtown Flushing rent is 51% lower than Queens average

Average Rent $2,202

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 Long Island City 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.