Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY from $300 (20 Rentals)

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Riverwalk Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Park

460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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2028 2nd Ave
$1,4752 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

2028 2nd Ave

New York, NY 10029
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The Carolina
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Carolina

1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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L @ 31st Drive
Studio Apartments

L @ 31st Drive

2336 31st DrAstoria, NY 11106
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216 E 83rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

216 E 83rd St

216 E 83rd StNew York, NY 10028
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1630-1636 Park Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1630-1636 Park Ave

1630-1636 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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147 E 30th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

147 E 30th St

147 E 30th StNew York, NY 10016
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407 E 88th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

407 E 88th St

407 E 88th StNew York, NY 10128
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160 East 107
1 Bedroom Apartments

160 East 107

160 E 107th StNew York, NY 10029
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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

Roosevelt Island, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Roosevelt Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Roosevelt Island, NY is a Studio unit found at 2-21 Malt Drive Apartments in the Upper East Side neighborhood priced from $2,490. The Exo in the Yorkville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roosevelt Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2-21 Malt Drive ApartmentsLottery StudioStudio,1BA$2,490
The Exo3-13AStudio,1BA$2,650
34 BerryA1Studio,1BA$2,710
Halletts Point10 HLP - Studio/1 BathStudio,1BA$2,761
622 East 11th Street622 EAST 11TH STREET - 1 BR / 1 BATH2BR,1BA$2,765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY

As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $2.95 price per square foot Studio / 1 Bathroom Model at 200 East 87th Street in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the 3303 Broadway Model at 3303 Broadway, Unit 2 starting at $4,200 with a $4.20 price per square foot in the Ditmars Steinway 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.
200 East 87th StreetStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.95
3303 Broadway, Unit 23303 Broadway3BR,1BA$4.20
The BarclayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.85
3212 23rd St, Unit 23212 23rd St2BR,1BA$2.97
2445 23rd St, Unit Upstairs2445 23rd St3BR,1BA$3.22
3156 31st St, Unit 23156 31st St1BR,1BA$3.79
3707 36th Ave, Unit 23707 36th Ave1BR,1BA$3.64
1829 26th Ave, Unit 31829 26th Ave1BR,1BA$3.39
3220 35th St, Unit 23220 35th St1BR,1BA$3.50
Symphony HouseSymphony House Residence – R (Alcove Studio)1BR,1BA$4.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Roosevelt Island, NY

Ranked #46

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Roosevelt Island, NY

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

94 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

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 $2,800 at 305 W 45th St.

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 $2,765 at 622 East 11th Street.

What is the most affordable Roosevelt Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Roosevelt Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 405 East 12th Street and starts from $4,300.

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