Cheap Homes for Rent in Mount Vernon, NY from $1,400 (21 Rentals)

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property at 4384 Martha Ave

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4384 Martha Ave

BronxNY10470
property at 64 Kimball Ave

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

Studio, 0.5 Bath Home for Rent

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64 Kimball Ave

YonkersNY10704

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property at 4 Sadore Ln

$2,000

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4 Sadore Ln

YonkersNY10710

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property at 780 Bronx River Rd

$2,195

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$2,195

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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780 Bronx River Rd, Unit A

780 Bronx River Rd
YonkersNY10708

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Mount Vernon, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mount Vernon, NY

Pricing Updated: 08/20/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Mount Vernon, NY area range in price from $1,200 to $9,300 with an overall median price of $3,040. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mount Vernon Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Side$3,000$1,20036
South Side$3,100$1,20024

Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Vernon, NY is a Studio unit found at Garito Manor 62 and Older in the Chester Heights neighborhood priced from $1,367. The Williamsburg in the Chester Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,465. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garito Manor 62 and OlderStudio - KitchenetteStudio,1BA$1,367
The WilliamsburgStudioStudio,1BA$1,465
Shearwood StationStudio -S1Studio,1BA$2,055
Skyline New RochelleDolceStudio,1BA$2,065
StellaS1Studio,1BA$2,264

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, NY

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $2.53 price per square foot 239 Kingston Ave Model at 239 Kingston Ave, Unit apartment on 2 floors in the in the Lawrence Park West neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the C, D, H Model at The Princeton starting at $3,300 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Village of Bronxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
239 Kingston Ave, Unit apartment on 2 floors239 Kingston Ave3BR,2BA$2.53
The PrincetonC, D, H2BR,2BA$2.44
44 Wildwood Ave, Unit 144 Wildwood Ave3BR,1BA$2.73
2931 Mickle Ave, Unit 1st floor2931 Mickle Ave1BR,1BA$2.63
106 Kraft Ave, Unit 2106 Kraft Ave1BR,1BA$3.00
68 Pondfield Rd, Unit Right68 Pondfield Rd1BR,1BA$3.19
2 Fletcher Ave, Unit 42 Fletcher Ave2BR,1BA$3.11
249 S 11th Ave, Unit 1249 S 11th Ave2BR,1BA$3.11
412 Bronx River1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.97
The WilliamsburgStudioStudio ,1BA$3.12

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Mount Vernon, NY
Population: 67,593

Ranked #544

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Vernon

What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Vernon?

There are currently 1384 Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $9,980. There are also 121 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Vernon ranging from $1,450 to $16,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Vernon?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Vernon ranges from $1,450 to $16,250 with an average monthly rent of $4,573.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mount Vernon?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mount Vernon range from $2,975 to $9,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,100.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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