
Cheap Apartments for Rent in McDonough, NY from $300 (31 Rentals)
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Glen View Apartments

Anthos at Kirkwood

Chenango Place

Mountain Shadow Apartments

Squire Colony

Kirkview Apartments
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10 Kellogg Rd

Riviera Ridge Apartments

Sherbrook Apartments

4 Livingston St

Community View Apartments

Homestead on Grand

90 Conklin Ave
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19 Edwards St

171.5 Murray St

2 Chapel Pl

4 Edwards St

73 Leroy St

16 North St

109 Chestnut St
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61 Leroy St

76 Front St

26 N Church St

93 Chestnut St

82 Second St

Norwich Court Apartments

Oakdale Arms
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Homer/Belden

348 Clinton St

34 Water St
McDonough, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McDonough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonough Studio Apartments | $1,474 | $1,253 | $1,629 |
| McDonough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $770 | $2,300 |
| McDonough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $775 | $3,400 |
| McDonough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $948 | $2,175 |
| McDonough 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $775 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available McDonough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in McDonough, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Creamery Hills priced from $770. Anthos at Kirkwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McDonough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creamery Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Anthos at Kirkwood | Kirkwood 2 - 1BDR (Lower & Middle Floors) | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Squire Colony | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| 10 Kellogg Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Sherbrook Apartments | Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Mountain Shadow Apartments | Two Bedroom with Balcony Second Fl | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| 4 Livingston St | 1 Bd/ 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 198 Court St | 2x1 - Fully Furnished | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The River House | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,253 |
| Anthos at Vestal | 2 Bedroom Size 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McDonough, NY and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the McDonough area is the $1.33 price per square foot Berkshire Enhanced Model at Country Townhomes in the starting from $1,595. The second greatest value McDonough apartment is the Two Bedroom with Balcony Second Fl Model at Mountain Shadow Apartments starting at $1,025 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the North Johnson City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McDonough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Townhomes | Berkshire Enhanced | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Mountain Shadow Apartments | Two Bedroom with Balcony Second Fl | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Squire Colony | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Riviera Ridge Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| 255 Main Street | Basement Unit | 3BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Sherbrook Apartments | Top Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 10 Kellogg Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Anthos at Kirkwood | Kirkwood 2 - 1BDR (Lower & Middle Floors) | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Creamery Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Printing House | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McDonough Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McDonough Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McDonough Apartment is $770 at Creamery Hills.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McDonough Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McDonough is starting from $871 at Creamery Hills.
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