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7 Eldridge St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower West Side Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,500 (75 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
7 Eldridge St
New YorkNY10002
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Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home
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133 W Third StNew York, NY 10012
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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 | $4,030 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,891 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,253 | $3,195 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,455 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,943 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $35,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Lower West Side 6 Bedroom Apartments | $50,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 75 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower West Side Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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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 Studio unit found at 26 Van Reipen priced from $2,100. 133 W Third St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,500. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| 133 W Third St | Private Bedroom | 1BR, | $2,500 |
| The Hazel Jersey City | S2B | Studio,1BA | $2,525 |
| Newport Rentals | PARKSIDE EAST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,822 |
| 308 W 18th St | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| The Hendrix | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,348 |
| The Devan | 1 Bed 1 Bath K | 1BR,1BA | $3,374 |
| Gateway Battery Park City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,445 |
| 230 Sullivan St | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, NY
As of April 08, 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 $7,225 with a $6.29 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 | $6.29 |
| Cast Iron Lofts | 2 Bed/2 Bath-13 | 2BR,2BA | $4.54 |
| Newport Rentals | BISBY - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $6.05 |
| The Lexington | The Standard | 1BR,1BA | $4.65 |
| 26 Van Reipen | 1 bed w/ Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| Liberty Luxe | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $6.57 |
| The Devan | Studio L | Studio ,1BA | $5.26 |
| The Hazel Jersey City | S2B | Studio ,1BA | $4.70 |
| 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
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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 $3,600.
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 $50,000.
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 12 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 $186 which is $49,814 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower West Side.
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