1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Valley Stream, NY
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Valley Stream, New York as of July 2026. That's +28% lower than the citywide median of $2,994 and +54% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Valley Stream
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Valley Stream
Compare Valley Stream's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in New York
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elmira | $711 |
| 2 | Gloversville | $790 |
| 3 | Auburn | $840 |
| 4 | Potsdam | $870 |
| 5 | Utica | $895 |
| 6 | Endicott | $900 |
| 7 | Lockport | $900 |
| 8 | Niagara Falls | $903 |
| 9 | North Tonawanda | $910 |
| 10 | Rome | $940 |
| 11 | Watertown | $940 |
| 12 | Binghamton | $947 |
| 13 | Palmyra | $950 |
| 14 | Johnson City | $960 |
| 15 | Oneonta | $990 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in New York
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rye | $3,770 |
| 2 | Harrison | $3,440 |
| 3 | Garden City | $3,360 |
| 4 | Scarsdale | $3,240 |
| 5 | Nanuet | $3,190 |
| 6 | Dobbs Ferry | $3,040 |
| 7 | White Plains | $2,922 |
| 8 | Larchmont | $2,870 |
| 9 | Mamaroneck | $2,840 |
| 10 | Port Chester | $2,820 |
| 11 | Plainview | $2,750 |
| 12 | Ossining | $2,750 |
| 13 | Farmingville | $2,750 |
| 14 | New York | $2,732 |
| 15 | Hicksville | $2,700 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Valley Stream.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Valley Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City, NY | 6.6 mi | $3,360 | +$1,210 (+56%) |
| Uniondale, NY | 8.6 mi | $2,210 | +$60 (+3%) |
| Levittown, NY | 13.9 mi | $2,510 | +$360 (+17%) |
| Hicksville, NY | 14.4 mi | $2,700 | +$550 (+26%) |
| Larchmont, NY | 19.2 mi | $2,870 | +$720 (+33%) |
| Farmingdale, NY | 19.6 mi | $2,150 | — |
| Mamaroneck, NY | 20.1 mi | $2,840 | +$690 (+32%) |
| Yonkers, NY | 22 mi | $2,443 | +$293 (+14%) |
| Scarsdale, NY | 23.2 mi | $3,240 | +$1,090 (+51%) |
| Union City, NJ | 23.5 mi | $1,830 | $-320 (-15%) |
| Palisades Park, NJ | 23.6 mi | $2,020 | $-130 (-6%) |
| North Bergen Township, NJ | 23.6 mi | $2,120 | $-30 (-1%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Valley Stream — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Valley Stream?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Valley Stream, New York is $2,150 per month. This is +28% below the citywide median of $2,994.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Valley Stream?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $86,000 ($7,167/month gross), which works out to roughly $41.35/hour at a full-time job.
Is Valley Stream expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Valley Stream's 1-bedroom median of $2,150 is +54% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 87th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Valley Stream rank for 1-bedroom rent in New York?
Among the 124 cities in New York with 1-bedroom data, Valley Stream ranks #82 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Valley Stream?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Union City ($1,830), Palisades Park ($2,020), North Bergen Township ($2,120).