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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Downtown, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 14 St Marks Pl priced from $1,200. 37 Wall Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,396. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
14 St Marks PlSTUStudio,$1,200
37 Wall Street$4.25/sq.ft. - 17QStudio,1BA$2,396
25 Clinton Street25 CLINTON STREET - STUDIO / 1 BATHStudio,1BA$2,775
328-330 E 14th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,800
221 2nd AvenueStudioStudio,1BA$3,000
81 Sullivan StStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,200
11 Stanton Street1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3,299
230 Sullivan StStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,300
431 East 9th Street431 EAST 9TH STREET - 2 BR / 1 BATH / DUPLEX / ...2BR,1BA$3,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.00 price per square foot $4.25/sq.ft. - 17Q Model at 37 Wall Street in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,396. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Exhibit starting at $5,909 with a $6.52 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
37 Wall Street$4.25/sq.ft. - 17QStudio ,1BA$1.00
Exhibit2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$6.52
215 E 4th St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$5.33
328-330 E 14th St2 Bedroom w/ LR2BR,1BA$4.89
160 2nd Ave, Unit 8K160 2nd Ave1BR,2BA$5.89
130 Water St, Unit 9C130 Water St1BR,1BA$4.93
7 Bleecker St, Unit 2B7 Bleecker St1BR,1BA$6.46
92-96 3rd Avenue1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$5.99
251 Water St, Unit 2B251 Water StStudio ,1BA$6.52
14 St Marks PlSTUStudio ,0.5BA$6.00

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Downtown, New York, NY

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?

There are currently 5169 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $39,500. There are also 939 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $1,750 to $49,000.

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 $1,750 to $49,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,002.

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 $5,700 to $39,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,775 to $49,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $8,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City

Written by: Joshua Carlucci

New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.