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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower West Side Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,500 (59 Rentals)
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Lower West Side, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower West Side Studio Apartments | $3,926 | $2,100 | $7,770 |
| Lower West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,881 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,173 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,786 | $4,733 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,223 | $9,000 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 6 Bedroom Apartments | $20,750 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Lower West Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower West Side area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 26 Van Reipen priced from $2,400. The Hazel Jersey City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,444. Here are the most affordable Lower West Side apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Van Reipen | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| The Hazel Jersey City | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,444 |
| 133 W Third St | Private Bedroom | 1BR, | $2,500 |
| Newport Rentals | PARKSIDE EAST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,691 |
| 11 Stanton Street | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,099 |
| 308 W 18th St | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| The Devan | Studio G | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| The Hendrix | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,348 |
| Cast Iron Lofts | 1 Bed/2 Bath-4E | 1BR,2BA | $3,478 |
| Gateway Battery Park City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,506 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, NY
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower West Side area is the $5.88 price per square foot C1 Model at One Grove in the in the Chelsea neighborhood starting from $8,095. The second greatest value Lower West Side apartment is the B3 Model at Hoboken Point starting at $6,975 with a $6.08 price per square foot in the Chelsea neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Grove | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $5.88 |
| Hoboken Point | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $6.08 |
| Gateway Battery Park City | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5.97 |
| Cast Iron Lofts | 2 Bed/2 Bath-13 | 2BR,2BA | $4.55 |
| Independence Plaza | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Floorplan | 2BR,1BA | $6.35 |
| 26 Van Reipen | 1 bed w/ Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| The Devan | Studio G | Studio ,1BA | $5.30 |
| The Hazel Jersey City | S2B | Studio ,1BA | $4.70 |
| Newport Rentals | ELLIPSE - Studio One Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $6.45 |
| The Hendrix | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Lower West Side, New York, NY
Ps 3 Charrette School
New York City Geographic District 2 Manhattan
Public School - Grades PK-5 (519)
7 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Lower West Side, New York, NY
Ps 3 Charrette School
New York City Geographic District 2 Manhattan
Public School - Grades PK-5 (519)
7 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower West Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower West Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower West Side is under $3,506.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Lower West Side is 26 Van Reipen which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Lower West Side costs $27,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower West Side?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Lower West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lower West Side?
Cheap apartments in Lower West Side have an average cost of $235 which is $26,765 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower West Side.
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