Apartments for Rent in the Alphabet City Neighborhood of New York, NY (1,249 Rentals)

214-216 First Ave
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Alphabet City, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alphabet City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Alphabet City Studio Apartments | $4,562 | $2,780 | $7,495 |
Alphabet City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,077 | $2,890 | $6,740 |
Alphabet City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,801 | $3,363 | $10,000+ |
Alphabet City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,664 | $6,295 | $10,000+ |
Alphabet City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,115 | $6,600 | $8,995 |
Alphabet City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,250 | $9,250 | $9,250 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Alphabet City Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
99 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alphabet City
How much are Studio apartments in Alphabet City?
There are currently 175 Studio Apartments in Alphabet City with rent ranges from $2,780 to $7,495 with an average price of $4,562.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Alphabet City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Alphabet City ranges from $2,890 to $6,740 with an average monthly rent of $4,077.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Alphabet City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Alphabet City range from $3,363 to $17,490. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,801.
How expensive are Alphabet City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 156 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Alphabet City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $6,295 to $13,800 - averaging $7,664 for the location.
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