Apartments For Rent in Elmont, NY

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Apartments For Rent Near Elmont, NY

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What Locals Say about Elmont

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Elmont: energetic Long Island hub near Queens with strong schools, transit, and family-friendly ease. People love the schools, community events, parks, and fast access to NYC, beaches, and arenas. Some note rising theft, scarce parking, traffic, and pockets that feel less safe than before.
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  • Trulia User
    "Some green spaces"
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  • Salvador Varela
    "Itā€™s safe and convenient to get to NYC queens and Brooklyn. Also to arenas in Long Island and the beaches "
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  • 2bytp2cn88
    "Great schools parks perfect place to raise family close to everything easy access to the city Elmont is a free place also UBS ARENA "
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  • 2bytp2cn88
    "I live minutes from work. Love schools here homely community good place to raise children. Safe and warm"
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  • Dee Reyes Wozniak
    "We sometimes have parades and block parties. There are also fairs that come to the town. We also have access to shows at UBS Arena and Jones Beach."
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  • Talkswithtee0912
    "Lived here , very safe to live & raise a family .. the education is good here . They people are friendly "
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  • Stephanie Marchetti
    "Not safe or community-like as it used to be. A lot of crime and bad people. Looking to get out of here as soon as possible. "
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  • Jamie.bernadine6060
    "Itā€™s a good safe environment schools are amazing greatest place to raise your kids and your kids kids dog parks and good parks to walk in "
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  • Alishaa933
    "I lived in elmont for twenty years itā€™s great place to raise your kids. Itā€™s very safe. Very diverse neighborhood "
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  • Stephanie Marchetti
    "Iā€™ve lived here my whole life, 38 years. It used to be homey and safe but things have gone downhill in the last 10 years or so. Cars are stolen and homes are burglarized often in the surrounding area. Packages are stolen daily on my street. Police do little to stop it. "
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  • Mrshowell1023
    "There many programs for the youth in Elmont to attend. Excellent school district. Nice parks and play areas. Walking distance to many of the school. Safe neighborhoods. Both of my childrenā€™s grew up and graduated from the Elmont School District. "
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  • Trulia User
    "prevent fights with neighbors. do not leave your dog unleashed outside and clean up after your dog. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I feel really safe here and school district is excellent. Friendly people access to everything. I just love here but now I'm ready to move."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great area to live raise a family commute and just live life "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great transportation options available and buses are on time almost all of the time. This makes the morning commute great from a timing perspective."
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  • Trulia User
    "Investigate the school system. What are their rating? What percentage graduate? What percentage goes to college? What is the teacher retention!"
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  • Kingjayden1
    "There are many families in this neighborhood. There is a sense of community and the schools are great. "
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  • Kingjayden1
    "There are many families and a welcoming community. It is a safe neighborhood and the schools are great. "
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  • Tiffany B.
    "I have a highly diverse neighborhood, many minorities. Everyone is mainly family oriented, the schools are very good as well. Many extracurricular activities, specially sports & clubs offered. "
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  • Hyder A.
    "I am living here for last two years nice neighborhood safe and secure location. One of the best school district in Long Island i am happy "
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  • Xavier
    "Lived in Elmont for 40 years. Born and raised and working in the community. Knowledgeable of its history and current trends and issues."
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  • Tra3619
    "I hope the dog is trained otherwise people can be a little nervous walking past you and you pooch. But thereā€™s plenty of space to take them for a walk. Let them run free in the yard too and no one will mind. "
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  • Deanna S.
    "It's a beautiful, quiet neighborhood close to shops, restaurants and good schools. I have lived here my entire life and have never felt unsafe as a young adult living alone. There's tons of privacy and the neighborhood is quiet especially in the evenings which I appreciate."
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  • Alexandra S.
    "I travel by car and there is not a lot of traffic. Mostly good drivers and pedestrians. Roads are good."
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  • Terrystead
    "Community events occur through the Sawanaka High School and Elmont Union Free School districts. Local events also take place like Memorial and Veteran's Day Parades, and holiday tree lighting ceremony. "
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  • Carl L.
    "Safe and clean neighborhood. I love it and im not changing it for any other neighborhood. šŸ˜˜šŸ˜˜šŸ˜˜šŸ˜˜šŸ˜˜šŸ˜šŸ˜šŸ˜šŸ˜„šŸ˜„"
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  • Whernandez1972
    "Belmont race track, home depot, target, Marshalls, car wash, kFC, Wendyā€™s, Dunkinā€™ Donuts, gas stations."
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  • Milly_mexgurl89
    "nice area for family. great school and nice people. we enjoy walk at night and get along with neighbors. "
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  • Lendingjames
    "people walk their dogs here often. dogs are friendly when i see them. they come around maybe twice a week. "
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  • Swaroopboban29
    "I live here for 7 years and i love it quiet and calm neighborhood lovely neighbors and plenty of parking and safe place love this place"
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  • Myron S.
    "I lived in this area for over 30 years never had any problems. People here are friendly. Can go anywhere itā€™s very safe."
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  • Melissa D.
    "Far from trains. But buses are pretty close. Quiet neighborhood. Superior School Systems. Grocery shops in walking distance. "
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  • Swaroopboban29
    "Its awesome neighborhood quiet place to live and surrounded by beautiful people have libary at a walking distance is a plus"
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  • Victor M. G.
    "Smooth traveling to everything 30 mins driving to city with LIRR close by. Elmont has local parks and recreation areas like public pools and restaurants in surrounding towns."
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  • Floracuret
    "I love walking my dog in this neighborhood people are very friendly. Once my dog got loose and in matter of minutes I was able to find her because of the helpful neighbors. I am visiting after owning a house for over 30 years in the neighborhood."
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  • Francis C.
    "I do not of any , because I just moved not long. ago. b u t it is a nice neighborhood to rise a family with great school."
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  • Terrystead
    "memorial day parades, homecoming day parade, Belmont Stakes parade and race. There are several 4th of July fireworks events"
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  • visitor
    "very dog friendly area,and kept clean, there is a huge dog park right by vall ey stream long island railroad station. "
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  • Marino R.
    "Itā€™s quite and you have the Belmont racetrack here. Not a rough neighborhood. You have the cross island right here"
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  • Shrimati S.
    "I lived here in Elmont for nine years never like it at first ,however my children started from preschool until up to high school so I started to like Elmont and I met. alots of good people here I work in Elmont and very convincing the Elmont libraries and Sewanhaka High School is good and buses ,and parks, events alots of activities and streets parades marching in Elmont "
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Average Rent Trends in Elmont, NY

Rent in Elmont, NY varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Sep 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Oct 2025$3,018
Nov 2025$2,800
Dec 2025$2,600
Jan 2026$2,700
Feb 2026$2,300
Mar 2026$2,700
Apr 2026$3,000
May 2026$2,850
Jun 2026$2,600
Jul 2026$2,600
Aug 2026$2,500
Sep 2026$2,400
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In September 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,800$2,000$3,800$5,000$2,250
Apartments and Condos$1,800$3,000$3,800$5,000$1,900
Houses$1,750$2,000$4,000$5,000$2,250
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Elmont, NY

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Elmont, NY?
    The average rent of an apartment in Elmont, NY is $1,900 per month. This is about 2% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Elmont, NY?
    In the last year, the average rent in Elmont, NY was lowest in Jul 2025 when it was $1,900 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Elmont, NY?
    In the last year, the average rent in Elmont, NY was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $3,500 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Elmont, NY?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Elmont, NY is $1,800 per month. That is about $200 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Elmont, NY?
    There are 21 available rental listings in Elmont, NY.
  • What are some zip codes in Elmont, NY?
    Elmont, NY includes zip codes such as: 11003.
  • What are some cities near Elmont, NY?
    Some nearby cities include: South Floral Park, Floral Park, Franklin Square, Valley Stream, Malverne. These cities may have more rental options to explore.

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