Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Governors Island Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,200 (48 Rentals)

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116 John St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116 John St

1 Platt StNew York, NY 10038
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111 Mott St
1 Bedroom Apartments

111 Mott St

111 Mott StNew York, NY 10013
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Post Towers
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Post Towers

71 West StNew York, NY 10006
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111 Mulberry St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

111 Mulberry St

111 Mulberry StNew York, NY 10013
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67 Mott St
1 Bedroom Apartments

67 Mott St

67 Mott StNew York, NY 10013
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28 Allen St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

28 Allen St

28 Allen StNew York, NY 10002
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19 Orchard St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

19 Orchard St

19 Orchard StNew York, NY 10002
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126 E Broadway
1 Bedroom Apartments

126 E Broadway

126 E BroadwayNew York, NY 10002
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88 Fulton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

88 Fulton St

88 Fulton StNew York, NY 10038
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191 Henry
1 Bedroom Apartments

191 Henry

191 Henry StNew York, NY 10002
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28 Orchard St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

28 Orchard St

28 Orchard StNew York, NY 10002
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90 Sands
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

90 Sands

90 Sands StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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109 Joralemon St
Studio Apartments

109 Joralemon St

109 Joralemon StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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288 Clinton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

288 Clinton St

288 Clinton StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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323 Pine
1 Bedroom Apartments

323 Pine

323-325 Pine StJersey City, NJ 07304
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Brooklyn Heights
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brooklyn Heights

138 Joralemon StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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75 Pineapple St
Studio Apartments

75 Pineapple St

75 Pineapple StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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537 Clinton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

537 Clinton St

537 Clinton StBrooklyn, NY 11231
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430 13th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

430 13th St

430 13th StBrooklyn, NY 11215
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269 Henry St
Studio Apartments

269 Henry St

269 Henry StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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Andy's Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Andy's Place

215 20th StBrooklyn, NY 11232
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52 Clark St.
Studio Apartments

52 Clark St.

52 Clark StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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Governors Island, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Governors Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Governors Island area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at The Montgomery priced from $2,332. 225 Grand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,912. Here are the most affordable Governors Island apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The MontgomeryAStudio,1BA$2,332
225 GrandStudioStudio,1BA$2,912
LenoxS4Studio,1BA$2,963
AtlasA11BR,1BA$3,057
18 ParkStudioStudio,1BA$3,127
The AddisonStudio 1 bathStudio,1BA$3,238

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Governors Island, NY

As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Governors Island area is the $3.14 price per square foot 3 BED 2 BATH Model at 714 5th Ave in the in the Crown Heights South neighborhood starting from $6,275. The second greatest value Governors Island apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath J Model at The Gotham starting at $4,760 with a $4.43 price per square foot in the Pavonia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Governors Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
714 5th Ave3 BED 2 BATH3BR,2BA$3.14
The Gotham2 Bed 2 Bath J2BR,2BA$4.43
354 Butler St, Unit New354 Butler StStudio ,1BA$2.11
177 YORK St, Unit 2177 YORK St2BR,1BA$2.99
62 Sussex St, Unit #362 Sussex St2BR,1BA$3.61
450 GRAND St, Unit 3450 GRAND St1BR,1BA$2.53
AtlasA41BR,1BA$4.67
225 GrandStudioStudio ,1BA$4.47
18 Park1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$5.01
270 Marin Blvd, Unit 6F270 Marin Blvd1BR,1BA$4.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Governors Island, New York, NY

Ranked #87

Among neighborhoods in New York, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Governors Island, New York, NY

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Getting Around the Governors Island Neighborhood in New York, NY

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

63 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 Governors Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Governors Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Governors Island is at The Montgomery listed at $2,332.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Governors Island Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Governors Island Apartment is $2,470 at The Montgomery.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Governors Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Governors Island is starting from $3,900 at Essex Commons.

What is the most affordable Governors Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Governors Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 714 5th Ave and starts from $6,275.

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