
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bronx, NY from $1,039 (396 Rentals)
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722 E 231st St, Unit Private Room

3180 Fish Ave, Unit One bedroom apartment

3940 Bronx Blvd, Unit 3G

3180 Fish Ave, Unit Apt#3 Fish ave

St Georges Crescent

The Post on Fort

The Park

The Station Apartments

4295 Webster Ave
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3207 Oxford Ave, Unit 11

437 Wilder Ave

2059 Colonial Ave

875 Longfellow Ave

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783 Elton Ave, Unit 2

2120 Daly Ave, Unit 4C

6645 Broadway, Unit 5I

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3661 Waldo Ave, Unit Waldo

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240 Pennyfield Ave, Unit 1.5 bedroom apartment
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1618 Melville St, Unit 1618 Melville 2nd Floor

2661 Marion Ave, Unit 2

Crossroads Plaza: Phase II

2435 Frisby Ave

1660 Hoe Ave

1105 Elder Ave

2300 Grand Concourse

2301 Creston Avenue

Surrey Park Apartments

960 Sheridan Ave
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3422 Knox Pl

630 Concord Ave

747 E 226th

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1340 Merriam Avenue

200-206 Marcy Place

1511-1521 Sheridan Ave

3572-3576 Dekalb Ave

3225 Olinville Ave

330-346 E 188th St
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120 West 183rd Street

65 E 175TH ST

2186-2190 Grand Concourse

214 East 163 Street

782 Pelham Parkway S

1865 Bogart Ave

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3534 Bronx Blvd

574 East 139th Street

2714 Bainbridge Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bronx?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Bronx Studio Apartments | $2,721 | $1,039 | $6,441 |
| Cheap Bronx 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,981 | $1,200 | $6,440 |
| Cheap Bronx 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,820 | $1,757 | $7,995 |
| Cheap Bronx 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,954 | $2,355 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Bronx 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,135 | $1,695 | $10,000+ |
| Bronx 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,406 | $3,800 | $6,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bronx, NY
Pricing Updated: 09/03/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bronx, NY area range in price from $1,200 to $23,840 with an overall median price of $3,288. The three Bronx neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hunts Point Longwood at $2,000, Throgs Neck Edgewater Park at $2,250, and Harlem River Waterfront at $2,762. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bronx Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunts Point Longwood | $2,000 | $2,000 | 1 |
| Throgs Neck Edgewater Park | $2,250 | $2,100 | 3 |
| Harlem River Waterfront | $2,762 | $2,350 | 12 |
| Co Op City | $2,770 | $1,300 | 29 |
| Van Courtlandt Park | $2,794 | $1,200 | 56 |
| Kingsbridge | $2,962 | $1,200 | 31 |
| Riverdale | $2,990 | $1,200 | 16 |
| West Bronx | $3,000 | $1,200 | 89 |
| Allerton | $3,249 | $2,550 | 4 |
| East Bronx | $3,250 | $1,200 | 244 |
Cheapest Available Bronx Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bronx, NY is a Studio unit found at Whitney Young Manor in the Getty Square neighborhood priced from $1,039. Garito Manor 62 and Older in the Chester Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,367. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bronx apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitney Young Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,039 |
| Garito Manor 62 and Older | Studio - Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $1,367 |
| The Reserve | Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (L3) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| The Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| St Georges Crescent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Post on Fort | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 116 Seaman Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bronx, NY
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bronx area is the $1.98 price per square foot 222 Primrose Ave Model at 222 Primrose Ave, Unit unit 2 in the in the Chester Heights neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value Bronx apartment is the 239 Kingston Ave Model at 239 Kingston Ave, Unit apartment on 2 floors starting at $5,500 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Lawrence Park West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bronx apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 222 Primrose Ave, Unit unit 2 | 222 Primrose Ave | 5BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| 239 Kingston Ave, Unit apartment on 2 floors | 239 Kingston Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| 3223 105th St, Unit 3223 105 St | 3223 105th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 1611 Research Ave, Unit 2 | 1611 Research Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| 4110 Monticello Ave, Unit 4110 monticello ave. | 4110 Monticello Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| 3611 Waldo Ave, Unit Apt 1 | 3611 Waldo Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| The Princeton | B, E, G | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 1618 Melville St, Unit 1618 Melville 2nd Floor | 1618 Melville St | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 2441 Jerome Ave, Unit 4N | 2441 Jerome Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 3661 Waldo Ave, Unit Waldo | 3661 Waldo Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
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Bronx Overview
Located in the northernmost tier of the five boroughs of New York City, The Bronx is an east coast destination known the world over. Synonymous with the Yankees, hip-hop and a truly distinct 'New York state of mind', residents of the tri-state area have been flocking to apartments in The Bronx for literally decades.
Why live in Bronx, NY?
The appeal of the New York City is longstanding, often referred to as the 'greatest city in the world', and the Bronx has long been held in high-regard in popular culture. Films and literature have often alluded to the area's gritty and hard-working citizens, and the Bronx often lays claim to the destination that gave birth to hip-hop. The job market marks steady growth, and the housing prices tend to be much more affordable than Manhattan or Brooklyn. The Bronx also boasts a huge array of nightlife, eateries and entertainment options, as well as schools and shopping. With plenty of options in Bronx apartments available to rent, this is a great area to move to.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bronx Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bronx?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bronx is under $1,750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bronx?
The cheapest apartment in Bronx is Garito Manor 62 and Older which is listed at $1,465, while the average apartment in Bronx costs $3,288.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bronx?
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 80 regular apartments in Bronx 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 Bronx?
Cheap apartments in Bronx have an average cost of $1,664 which is $1,624 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bronx.
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