
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alphabet City Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,700 (42 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alphabet City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Alphabet City Studio Apartments | $4,297 | $2,700 | $6,300 |
Alphabet City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,617 | $2,650 | $7,700 |
Alphabet City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,392 | $3,595 | $10,000+ |
Alphabet City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,000 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
Alphabet City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,572 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Alphabet City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alphabet City area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 518 East 5th Street priced from $2,550. 25 Clinton Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,625. Here are the most affordable Alphabet City apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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518 East 5th Street | 518 EAST 5TH STREET - 2 ROOM STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
25 Clinton Street | 25 CLINTON STREET - STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $2,625 |
516 East 5th Street | 516 EAST 5TH STREET - 2 ROOM STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $2,630 |
514 East 5th Street | 514 EAST 5TH STREET - 2 ROOM STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $2,630 |
112 East 7th Street | 112 EAST 7TH STREET - LOFT STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $2,660 |
620 East 11th Street | 620 EAST 11TH STREET - 2 ROOM STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $2,750 |
512 East 5th Street | 512 EAST 5TH STREET - 2 ROOM STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $2,800 |
622 East 11th Street | 622 EAST 11TH STREET - 1 BR / 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
315 E 58th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,850 |
221 2nd Avenue | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alphabet City, NY
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alphabet City area is the $3.88 price per square foot 270 E 7th St Model at 270 E 7th St, Unit Duplex in the in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood starting from $6,990. The second greatest value Alphabet City apartment is the 266 E 7th St Model at 266 E 7th St, Unit 4F starting at $5,500 with a $6.11 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alphabet City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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270 E 7th St, Unit Duplex | 270 E 7th St | 4BR,2BA | $3.88 |
266 E 7th St, Unit 4F | 266 E 7th St | 2BR,2BA | $6.11 |
197 E 4th St | 3 Bed/1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $6.56 |
315 E 58th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
50 N 5th | Apt ME & MW | 1BR,1BA | $8.68 |
96 Fifth Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.92 |
221 2nd Avenue | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $6.70 |
620 East 11th Street | 620 EAST 11TH STREET - 2 BR / 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $9.25 |
622 East 11th Street | 622 EAST 11TH STREET - 1 BR / 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $9.33 |
25 Clinton Street | 25 CLINTON STREET - STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio ,1BA | $9.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAlphabet City, New York, NY
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Getting Around the Alphabet City Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
99 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alphabet City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alphabet City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alphabet City is at 518 East 5th Street listed at $2,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alphabet City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alphabet City Apartment is $3,300 at 197 E 4th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alphabet City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alphabet City is starting from $3,800 at 315 E 58th St.
What is the most affordable Alphabet City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alphabet City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 315 E 58th St and starts from $5,000.
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