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

The average size for a Long Island City, Queens, NY apartment is 695 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 Jan / 2026, the average rent in Long Island City is $4,660 per month, a 3.86% increase from last years average of $4,487.

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

In Long Island City, studios rent for $3,532 per month, one-bedroom units average $4,222 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $5,945 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $7,269 per month

What is the average apartment size in Long Island City?

The typical apartment in Long Island City offers about 695 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 474 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 621 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 922 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,209 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 $4,401.

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 ($4,551/month), and Hunters Point ($4,667/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: February 25, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Long Island City is $4,660, a 3.86% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $4,487.

Studio Apartments at $3,532 offer the most budget-friendly option with 474 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 621 square feet for $4,222, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $5,945 offer 922 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,209 sq ft) for $7,269, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Long Island City, Queens, NY

Last updated: February 25, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$4,660	695 sq. ft.
Studio	$3,532	474 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$4,222	621 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$5,945	922 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$7,269	1,209 sq. ft.

Long Island City, Queens, NY rent trends

Rental prices in Long Island City, Queens, NY have increased by 3.86% over the past year. The average rent moved from $4,487 to $4,660.

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.

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 $4,401/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Long Island City?

Forest Hills $3,434/month

LIC $4,551/month

Hunters Point $4,667/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	$4,667
LIC	$4,551
Forest Hills	$3,434
Old Astoria	$3,390
Corona	$3,154
Jackson Heights	$2,741
Rego Park	$2,529
Jamaica Hills	$2,508
Far Rockaway	$2,426
Elmhurst	$2,406
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 Briarwood is 32% lower than in Corona

$2,144

Briarwood rent is 54% lower than Queens average

Average Rent $2,144

$3,154

Corona rent is 32% lower than Queens average

Average Rent $3,154

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.