
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Manhattan Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,500 (19 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Manhattan?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lower Manhattan Studio Apartments | $3,900 | $2,850 | $5,000 |
Lower Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,853 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Lower Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,437 | $3,500 | $6,980 |
Lower Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $16,238 | $6,895 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Lower Manhattan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Manhattan area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 11 Stanton Street priced from $3,099. 249 Eldridge St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,950. Here are the most affordable Lower Manhattan apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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11 Stanton Street | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,099 |
249 Eldridge St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,950 |
The Chrystie | Market Studio + Alcove | Studio,1BA | $4,615 |
Avalon Bowery Place | A8-209-609-747sq | 1BR,1BA | $6,514 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Manhattan, NY
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Manhattan area is the $8.72 price per square foot A8-209-609-747sq Model at Avalon Bowery Place in the in the NoHo neighborhood starting from $6,514. The second greatest value Lower Manhattan apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 249 Eldridge St starting at $5,950 with a $9.15 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Avalon Bowery Place | A8-209-609-747sq | 1BR,1BA | $8.72 |
249 Eldridge St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $9.15 |
The Chrystie | Market Studio + Alcove | Studio ,1BA | $8.26 |
277 Mott St, Unit 1R | 277 Mott St | 1BR,1BA | $9.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Manhattan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Manhattan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Manhattan is at The Chrystie listed at $4,615.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartment is $3,099 at 11 Stanton Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Manhattan is starting from $5,950 at 249 Eldridge St.
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