
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Manhattan Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,500 (563 Rentals)
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250 Bowery

42 Allen St

Ice House Condominiums

182 Mulberry St

463-465 Broadway

199 Mott St

514-516 Broadway

133 Mulberry St

109-111 Prince St
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123-129 Baxter St

36-44 Delancey St

108-114 Wooster St

42 Crosby St

215 Chrystie St

One Kenmare Square

200 Bowery Street

446 Broome St

139 Spring St

109 Mercer St
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114-116 Greene St

102-104 Wooster St

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57-63 Greene St

118 Greene St

443 Broadway

259 Elizabeth St

Cooperative

255 Bowery

211 Elizabeth St
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476 Broome St

101-105 Greene St

60 Spring St

35 E 1st St

224 Mulberry St

181 Hester St

519 Broadway

Nolita Place

75 Kenmare St

204 Forsyth St
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37 Crosby St

207 Bowery

235 Elizabeth Street

Forward Building

234 Mulberry St

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215 Bowery

116-118 Wooster St

8-14 Prince St

227 Mott St
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Lower Manhattan, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Manhattan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Manhattan Studio Apartments | $7,213 | $2,575 | $8,500 |
| Lower Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $6,039 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,596 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,773 | $5,712 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,663 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 563 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Manhattan Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Lower Manhattan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Manhattan area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at Freeman Residences priced from $4,200. 55-61 Delancey Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $4,500. Here are the most affordable Lower Manhattan apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeman Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $4,200 |
| 55-61 Delancey Street | 55-A Line 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4,500 |
| Avalon Bowery Place | A4-302-602-PH02-730sq | 1BR,1BA | $7,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Manhattan, NY
As of August 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Manhattan area is the $11.25 price per square foot 70 Mercer St Model at 70 Mercer St, Unit 2E in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $13,500. The second greatest value Lower Manhattan apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Freeman Residences starting at $6,200 with a $7.29 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Mercer St, Unit 2E | 70 Mercer St | 1BR,2BA | $11.25 |
| Freeman Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $7.29 |
| Avalon Bowery Place | A4-302-602-PH02-730sq | 1BR,1BA | $9.96 |
| 55-61 Delancey Street | 55-A Line 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $8.72 |
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Best Local Schools in Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Manhattan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Manhattan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Manhattan is at Freeman Residences listed at $4,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartment is $6,200 at Freeman Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Manhattan is starting from $4,500 at 55-61 Delancey Street.
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