
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fordham Neighborhood of Bronx, NY from $1,000 (73 Rentals)
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2000 Grand Ave

531 E 187th St

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1875 Carter Ave, Unit 1s, Unit 1s

2406 Hoffman St

2486 Hughes Ave

2505 Hoffman St

2381 Belmont Ave

2043 Webster Ave
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Fordham Place

2300 Grand Concourse

2301 Creston Avenue

330-346 E 188th St

120 West 183rd Street

340 E Mosholu Parkway

2186-2190 Grand Concourse

65 E 175TH ST

2714 Bainbridge Ave

2500 WEBB AVENUE
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1777 Grand Concourse

2435-2447 Walton Ave

2200 Tiebout Ave

153-175 Father Zeiser Pl

278 Bedford Park Blvd

Mosholu Plaza East

1726 Davidson Ave

2403 Cambreleng Ave

2705 Morris Ave

2724 Heath Ave
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2340 Valentine Avenue

Quality Communities/2608 Creston Avenue Bronx

2333 Beaumont Ave

2695 Briggs Avenue

Fordham Terrace

4521 3rd Ave

225 East 202nd Street

2120 Tiebout Ave

2330 Hoffman St

2305 Grand Ave
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Clinton Towers

2400 Cambreleng Ave

255-271 W Kingsbridge Rd

2710 Valentine Ave

2710 Morris Ave

River Hill Gardens

2855 Claflin Ave

2110 Hughes Ave

Quality Communities/2353 Crotona Avenue

2485 Elm Place
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fordham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordham Studio Apartments | $1,975 | $1,950 | $2,000 |
| Fordham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,986 | $1,750 | $4,400 |
| Fordham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,941 | $2,500 | $4,600 |
| Fordham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,764 | $2,350 | $6,075 |
| Fordham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,001 | $3,600 | $6,400 |
| Fordham 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,883 | $6,700 | $7,300 |
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Cheapest Available Fordham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fordham area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 2406 Hoffman St priced from $2,400. 2486 Hughes Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here are the most affordable Fordham apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2406 Hoffman St | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| 2486 Hughes Ave | 6 | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 2505 Hoffman St | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| 560 West 218th Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Fordham Place | 3 bed 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| The Arabella | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,100 |
| 2501 Hughes Ave | 3 bed | 3BR,1BA | $3,450 |
| 2478 Arthur Ave | 8 | 3BR,1BA | $3,600 |
| 558 E 191st St | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $3,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fordham, NY
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fordham area is the $5.27 price per square foot 3 Model at 531 E 187th St in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $5,600. The second greatest value Fordham apartment is the 1 BR, 1 Bath Model at 560 West 218th Street starting at $2,795 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the Fordham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fordham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 531 E 187th St | 3 | 4BR,2BA | $5.27 |
| 560 West 218th Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 558 E 191st St | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| 514 E 188th St | 1 | 3BR,2BA | $4.32 |
| Fordham Place | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| 2486 Hughes Ave | 3 | 3BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| 2505 Hoffman St | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $5.75 |
| 2406 Hoffman St | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 1875 Carter Ave, Unit 1s | 1875 Carter Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| 2501 Hughes Ave | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $6.62 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Fordham, Bronx, and the greater New York City area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fordham Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fordham?
The cheapest apartment in Fordham is 2406 Hoffman St which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Fordham costs $6,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fordham?
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 18 regular apartments in Fordham 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 Fordham?
Cheap apartments in Fordham have an average cost of $2,600 which is $4,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fordham.
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