Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY from $300 (25 Rentals)

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Riverwalk Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Park

460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
property at 31-16 36th Ave

31-16 36th Ave

QueensNY11106
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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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30-07 Astoria Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

30-07 Astoria Blvd

30-07 Astoria BlvdAstoria, NY 11102
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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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35 West 65th Street
Studio Apartments

35 West 65th Street

35 W 65th StNew York, NY 10023
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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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Roosevelt Island, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Roosevelt Island Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
143 E 36th StPrivate Bedroom1BR,$2,100
The OctagonS3Studio,1BA$2,180

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY

As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $3.25 price per square foot 182 Lexington Ave Model at 182 Lexington Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the 182 Lexington Ave Model at 182 Lexington Ave, Unit 1 starting at $7,350 with a $3.68 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron 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.
182 Lexington Ave, Unit 2182 Lexington Ave3BR,2BA$3.25
182 Lexington Ave, Unit 1182 Lexington Ave4BR,2BA$3.68
3104 31st Ave, Unit 33104 31st Ave3BR,2BA$3.12
3375 10th St, Unit B3375 10th St1BR,1BA$2.05
3434 10th St, Unit 23434 10th St1BR,1BA$3.21
3220 35th St, Unit 23220 35th St1BR,1BA$3.56
3212 23rd St, Unit 33212 23rd St1BR,1BA$3.56
1829 26th Ave, Unit 31829 26th Ave1BR,1BA$3.50
3156 31st St, Unit 23156 31st St1BR,1BA$3.79
3707 36th Ave, Unit 23707 36th Ave1BR,1BA$3.64

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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 The Octagon listed at $2,180.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment is $2,100 at 143 E 36th 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 $2,800 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 Alta+ and starts from $4,633.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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