Cheap Apartments for Rent in New York, NY from $300(478 Rentals)

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89 Kingston Ave
$1,0504 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

89 Kingston Ave

New York, NY 11213
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1594 Nostrand Ave
$1,1004 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1594 Nostrand Ave

New York, NY 11226
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1131 Broadway
$1,1254 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 31, 2025

1131 Broadway

New York, NY 11221
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4 St Nicholas Terrace
$1,1254 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Dec 18

4 St Nicholas Terrace

New York, NY 10027
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644 Park Pl
$1,1753 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 24, 2025

644 Park Pl

New York, NY 11216
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60 New York Ave
$1,1754 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Dec 30

60 New York Ave

New York, NY 11216
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350 Manhattan Ave
$1,2004 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

350 Manhattan Ave

New York, NY 10026
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615 W 136th St
$1,2254 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 17, 2025

615 W 136th St

New York, NY 10031
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227 Malcolm X Blvd
$1,2255 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 28, 2025

227 Malcolm X Blvd

New York, NY 11221
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252 Madison St
$1,2504 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 31, 2025

252 Madison St

New York, NY 11216
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362 Parkside Ave
$1,2504 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 1, 2025

362 Parkside Ave

New York, NY 11226
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542 W 147th St
$1,2503 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 30, 2025

542 W 147th St

New York, NY 10031
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60-47 68th Ave
$1,2604 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Dec 31

60-47 68th Ave

New York, NY 11385
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679 Halsey St
$1,2753 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 31, 2025

679 Halsey St

New York, NY 11233
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342 Manhattan Ave
$1,2754 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

342 Manhattan Ave

New York, NY 10026
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2376 Adam Clayton Powell
$1,3003 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 31, 2025

2376 Adam Clayton Powell

New York, NY 10030
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522 W 148th St
$1,3004 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 28, 2025

522 W 148th St

New York, NY 10031
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5619 Avenue J
$1,3501 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

5619 Avenue J

New York, NY 11236
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225 W 109th St
$1,3753 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Dec 20

225 W 109th St

New York, NY 10025
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932 Amsterdam Ave
$1,4003 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

932 Amsterdam Ave

New York, NY 10025
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281 Ellery St
$1,4254 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 28, 2025

281 Ellery St

New York, NY 11206
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285 Saint Nicholas Ave
$1,4252 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

285 Saint Nicholas Ave

New York, NY 10027
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3139 Broadway
$1,4504 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 5, 2025

3139 Broadway

New York, NY 10027
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235 W 109th St
$1,4504 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Dec 31

235 W 109th St

New York, NY 10025
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354 Cathedral Park Way
$1,4754 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Dec 31

354 Cathedral Park Way

New York, NY 10025
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211 W 109th St
$1,4753 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

211 W 109th St

New York, NY 10025
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964 Amsterdam Ave
$1,4804 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

964 Amsterdam Ave

New York, NY 10025
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4 Saint Nicholas Ter
$1,5004 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Dec 31

4 Saint Nicholas Ter

New York, NY 10027
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New York, NY

Pricing Updated: 12/17/2024

Current apartment rentals in the New York, NY area range in price from $367 to $999,999 with an overall median price of $6,632. The three New York neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Concord at $1,600, Annadale at $1,700, and Neponsit & Belle at $1,825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for New York Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Concord$1,600$1,6001
Annadale$1,700$1,7001
Neponsit & Belle$2,012$1,8251
Emerson Hill$2,065$9338
Great Kills$2,162$1,7502
Rossville$2,200$1,7001
Brighton Beach$2,312$1,4001
Fordham Heights$2,341$1,0921
Stapleton$2,451$1,0081
Heartland Village$2,624$1,7501

Cheapest Available New York Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 349-351 Kent Ave in the South Williamsburg neighborhood priced from $90. Ventnor Flatz in the Prospect Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New York apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
349-351 Kent AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$90
Ventnor Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$725
Park Lane at Sea ViewStudioStudio,1BA$933
La Vista At Highland ParkC3BR,1BA$1,000
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,014
Heritage EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New York, NY

As of December 17, 2024 the best value apartment in the New York area is the $1.00 price per square foot 117 Lewis St Model at 117 Lewis St, Unit 1 in the in the State Street neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value New York apartment is the 1375 E 12th St Model at 1375 E 12th St, Unit 2FL starting at $3,000 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Ocean Parkway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New York apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
117 Lewis St, Unit 1117 Lewis St2BR,1BA$1.00
1375 E 12th St, Unit 2FL1375 E 12th St2BR,2BA$1.20
37 Wall Street$4.25/sq.ft. - 17QStudio ,1BA$1.08
349-351 Kent AveStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$0.05
126 Kearney Ave, Unit 1126 Kearney Ave4BR,2BA$1.39
2069 Edenwald Ave, Unit 12069 Edenwald Ave1BR,1BA$1.23
Silver Lake ApartmentsTwo Bedroom / One Bath2BR,1BA$1.38
143 Scheerer Ave, Unit 2143 Scheerer Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
La Vista At Highland ParkC3BR,1BA$1.00
Ventnor Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.04

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New York Overview

There's a reason they call New York City the Big Apple. It is one of the most exciting cities in the world. The largest city in the United States in top of population, this city is a melting pot of culture, adventure and fun. Living here, you'll enjoy a global community that is home to the leaders in finance, fashion, culture, and art. With five boroughs to choose from when looking for apartments in New York City, there is something here for everyone. Maybe it's time for you to take your own bite out of the Big Apple.

Why live in New York, NY?

The easier question might be why wouldn't someone want to live in New York City. No matter the time of day, there is somewhere to go, something to do, and someone to do it with. From bars to restaurants to the theater, it's true this town never sleeps. Add in the parks, museums, and Times Square, and NYC is truly a unique place that will make you feel connected to the world in a way that isn't possible anywhere else.

New York, NY
Population: 8,398,748

Ranked #1

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
New York, NY

Ranked #1725

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Getting Around New York, NY

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

100 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New York Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in New York?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in New York is at 349-351 Kent Ave listed at $90.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom New York Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom New York Apartment is $725 at Ventnor Flatz.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom New York Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in New York is starting from $800 at Ventnor Flatz.

What is the most affordable New York Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap New York Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Vista At Highland Park and starts from $1,000.

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