
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, NY from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Fairhern Apartments

10 Barker St

Drake Village Apartments

The Bowie Apartments

Ellicott Oaks Apartments

The Meadows

Wellman Building
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1831 W Grandview Blvd

Lighthouse Apartments

BirchGrove of Salamanca

Colonial Apartments

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The Reserve at Millcreek

716 Sassafras Apartments
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Lovell Place

Northview Heights Apartments

Modern Tool Square

30 Water St

810 E 21st St

Willow Commons Apartments

Plymouth Apartments

1404 E Lake Rd
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519-521 E 6th St

626 E 23rd St

426 Huron St

Springwood Apartments

407 E 13th St

Arneman Place

44 E Main St

338 W 10th St
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3704 E Lake Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Studio Apartments | $821 | $695 | $1,000 |
| Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,037 | $700 | $1,720 |
| Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $680 | $1,989 |
| Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $605 | $2,244 |
| Lakewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $961 | $600 | $1,055 |
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Cheapest Available Lakewood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakewood, NY is a 3 Beds unit found at Park Place Student Housing priced from $549. Drake Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakewood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $549 |
| Drake Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $680 |
| The Bowie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $704 |
| The Meadows | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, NY and Nearby
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakewood area is the $0.77 price per square foot The Nittany Model at Hudson Lofts in the starting from $1,055. The second greatest value Lakewood apartment is the Three Bedroom Townhome - B Model at Granite Ridge Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakewood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Lofts | The Nittany | 4BR,4BA | $0.77 |
| Granite Ridge Apartments | Three Bedroom Townhome - B | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Arneman Place | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.72 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| The Meadows | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakewood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakewood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakewood is at The Bowie Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Apartment is $700 at Fairmount Hills Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakewood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakewood is starting from $680 at Drake Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place Student Housing and starts from $549.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.