Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roosevelt Island Neighborhood of New York, NY from $500 (36 Rentals)

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1366 York Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1366 York Ave

1366 York AveNew York, NY 10021
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410 E 81st St
Studio Apartments

410 E 81st St

410 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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418 East 81st Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

418 East 81st Street

418 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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424 East 66th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

424 East 66th Street

424 E 66th StNew York, NY 10021
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1427 York Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1427 York Ave

1427 York AveNew York, NY 10021
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324 East 66th Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

324 East 66th Street

324 E 66th StNew York, NY 10065
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The Oxford Houses
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Oxford Houses

430-434 E 72nd StNew York, NY 10021
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426 East 66th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

426 East 66th Street

426 E 66th StNew York, NY 10021
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225 24TH Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

225 24TH Street

225 E 73rd StNew York, NY 10021
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357 E 68th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

357 E 68th St

357 E 68th StNew York, NY 10065
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527 E 78th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

527 E 78th

527 E 78th StNew York, NY 10075
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403 E 70th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

403 E 70th St

403 E 70th StNew York, NY 10021
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414 E 77th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

414 E 77th St

414 E 77th StNew York, NY 10021
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244 E 78th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

244 E 78th St

244 E 78th StNew York, NY 10075
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1470 First Ave
Studio Apartments

1470 First Ave

1470 First AveNew York, NY 10075
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344 E 62nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

344 E 62nd St

344 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
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418 E 73rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

418 E 73rd St

418 E 73rd StNew York, NY 10021
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450 East 81st Street
Studio Apartments

450 East 81st Street

450-452 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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346 E 62nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

346 E 62nd St

346 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
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211-213 East 73rd Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

211-213 East 73rd Street

211-213 E 73rd StNew York, NY 10021
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Riverwalk Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Park

460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044

Roosevelt Island, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Roosevelt Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roosevelt Island area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 2-21 Malt Drive Apartments priced from $2,490. Halletts Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,761. Here are the most affordable Roosevelt Island apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2-21 Malt Drive ApartmentsLottery StudioStudio,1BA$2,490
Halletts Point10 HLP - Studio/1 BathStudio,1BA$2,761
The OctagonS3Studio,1BA$3,067
The Reserve2 Bed 1 Bath F2BR,1BA$3,091
Riverwalk CrossingStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,250
Riverwalk PointStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,270
27 on 27thStudio - F Line with TerraceStudio,1BA$3,270
The BoldS02Studio,1BA$3,287
88 East End AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$3,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY

As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $4.94 price per square foot Belon Model at The Oyster in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the 450 E 78th St Model at 450 E 78th St, Unit 4H starting at $3,800 with a $4.90 price per square foot in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roosevelt Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The OysterBelon2BR,2BA$4.94
450 E 78th St, Unit 4H450 E 78th St2BR,1BA$4.90
1406 2nd Ave, Unit 3A1406 2nd Ave2BR,1BA$5.07
27 on 27th1 Bedroom - E Line1BR,1BA$6.70
231 E 76th St, Unit FL2-ID1530231 E 76th St1BR,1BA$6.20
The Reserve2 Bed 1 Bath I2BR,1BA$6.63
The OctagonA41BR,1BA$6.59
42-22 27th St42-22 27th St1BR,1BA$6.65
Riverwalk CrossingStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$6.19
2-21 Malt Drive ApartmentsLottery StudioStudio ,1BA$4.98

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Roosevelt Island, New York, NY

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roosevelt Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Roosevelt Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Roosevelt Island is at 2-21 Malt Drive Apartments listed at $2,490.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment is $2,890 at 2-21 Malt Drive Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Roosevelt Island is starting from $3,091 at The Reserve.

What is the most affordable Roosevelt Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Roosevelt Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Octagon and starts from $6,509.

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