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Downtown, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,293 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,420 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $23,923 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $17,264 | $1,825 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Downtown, NY
Pricing Updated: 03/20/2025Current apartment rentals in the Downtown, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Downtown Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 133 W Third St priced from $2,500. 518 East 5th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,550. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 133 W Third St | Private Bedroom | 1BR, | $2,500 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $3.39 price per square foot 517 Grand St Model at 517 Grand St, Unit 1st Floor Duplex in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $4,750. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2 BR 2 BA Res 06: FL 42 - 47 Model at 65 Bay Street starting at $6,178 with a $5.22 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 517 Grand St, Unit 1st Floor Duplex | 517 Grand St | 4BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| 65 Bay Street | 2 BR 2 BA Res 06: FL 42 - 47 | 2BR,2BA | $5.22 |
| The Lexington | The Standard | 2BR,2BA | $4.62 |
| 20 Exchange | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $6.40 |
| Exhibit | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $6.52 |
| 197 E 4th St | 3 Bed/1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $6.56 |
| 32 East 7th Street | 32 EAST 7TH STREET - 1 BR / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| Gateway Battery Park City | Alcove Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.44 |
| 251 Water St, Unit 2B | 251 Water St | Studio ,1BA | $6.52 |
| Newport Rentals | ELLIPSE - Studio One Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $6.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?
There are currently 5469 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY with pricing that ranges from $2,000 to $31,720. There are also 184 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $1,275 to $75,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $1,275 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,540.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown range from $3,850 to $26,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,750.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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