1-bedroom apartments for rent in top rated buildings in Long Island City
Long Island City has 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms most often in this neighborhood, and this page focuses on 34 apartments for rent in top rated buildings. The average building rating is 4.1/5 across 5 rated buildings, and the average rent increase is 9.0% based on 7 relisted units (building-level trends; individual units can differ).
This page shows 34 1-bedroom apartments for rent in top rated buildings in Long Island City, Queens. You can narrow by bedroom size and building rating to focus on rentals with stronger renter feedback. Openigloo helps you compare building-level signals like reviews and ratings before you apply. Use the top rated filter as a starting point, then confirm rent, lease terms, fees, and move-in costs with the agent or landlord.
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What to check before for 1-bedroom top rated apartments in Long Island City, Queens
- 1-bedroom units are a common fit in Long Island City, and this scope centers on buildings with stronger review signals.
- The median rent in this scope is $4,382, so budget for a higher monthly payment than in many outer-borough neighborhoods.
- Compare building reviews, not just photos, since rating differences can reflect maintenance, communication, and lease-handling issues.
- Confirm the full move-in cost, including broker fee, security deposit, and any application charges before you submit paperwork.
- If a unit is in a top rated building, still ask about noise, package handling, elevator wait times, and sublease or renewal terms.
