
Cheap Homes for Rent in Governors Island Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,300 (14 Rentals)
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414 4th Ave

7 Eldridge St

295 York St

174 Canal St

270 Marin Blvd

90 William St

85 Livingston St

201 Marin Blvd

100 Montgomery St
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204 Washington St

73 Monroe St

376 Columbia St

130 Water St
Governors Island, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Governors Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Governors Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,735 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Governors Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,464 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Governors Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,673 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
Governors Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Governors Island 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Governors Island Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Governors Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Governors Island area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 295J priced from $2,630. 235 Grand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,934. Here are the most affordable Governors Island apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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295J | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,630 |
235 Grand | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,934 |
Lenox | S4 | Studio,1BA | $2,963 |
225 Grand | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,020 |
18 Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,151 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Governors Island, NY
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Governors Island 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 Governors Island apartment is the 170 14th St Model at 170 14th St, Unit Park Slope starting at $3,800 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Park Slope neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Governors Island apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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517 Grand St, Unit 1st Floor Duplex | 517 Grand St | 4BR,2BA | $3.39 |
170 14th St, Unit Park Slope | 170 14th St | 3BR,1BA | $3.17 |
62 Sussex St, Unit #3 | 62 Sussex St | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
177 YORK St, Unit 2 | 177 YORK St | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
354 Butler St | 354 Butler St | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
138 9th St | 138 9th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
331 16th St, Unit Apt 3 | 331 16th St | 3BR,1BA | $4.09 |
450 GRAND St, Unit 3 | 450 GRAND St | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
295J | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
270 Marin Blvd, Unit 6F | 270 Marin Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Governors Island
What type of rentals are currently available in Governors Island?
There are currently 4756 Apartments for Rent in Governors Island, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $29,951. There are also 203 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Governors Island ranging from $1,300 to $75,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Governors Island?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Governors Island ranges from $1,300 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,724.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Governors Island?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Governors Island range from $3,295 to $12,853, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $19,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.
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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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