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1681 Madison AveNew York, NY 10029
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300 W 128th StNew York, NY 10027
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136 Pine StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community
225 2nd StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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1081 Tompkins AveStaten Island, NY 10305
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7803 Hudson AveNorth Bergen, NJ 07047
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191 Wegman PkwyJersey City, NJ 07305
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69 Storms AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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1115 Dorchester RdBrooklyn, NY 11218
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501 Southern BlvdBronx, NY 10455
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255 Third StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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555 E Hazelwood AveRahway, NJ 07065
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12 Agate Ct
12 Agate CtBrooklyn, NY 11213
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683-689 Ocean AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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80 Lexington Ave
80 Lexington AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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70 N Burgher AveStaten Island, NY 10310
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4 Madison AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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129 Chancellor Ave
129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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31-33 High StJersey City, NJ 07306
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1546 St Johns PlBrooklyn, NY 11213
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Continental Gardens
850 W Grand StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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336 Douglass StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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595 Elizabeth Ave
595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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The Bradley
1230 Avenue XBrooklyn, NY 11235
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The Willows at Park Pointe
6601 Park AveWest New York, NJ 07093
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53 Cooper PlWeehawken, NJ 07086
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74 Lexington AveBayonne, NJ 07002
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211 Sommerville PlYonkers, NY 10703
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2435 Frisby AveBronx, NY 10461
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550 Bainbridge StBrooklyn, NY 11233
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85 Kearney AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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1500 Bergenline AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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514 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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3656 John F Kennedy BlvdJersey City, NJ 07307
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101 Cedar StFort Lee, NJ 07024
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306-308 Palisade AveCliffside Park, NJ 07010
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402-404 Riverdale AveYonkers, NY 10705
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730 North AveNew Rochelle, NY 10801
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1450 Rahway AveWoodbridge Township, NJ 07001
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80 Magnolia AveElizabethport, NJ 07206
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Marineview East & West
57 Water StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New York?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Studio Apartments | $3,311 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,654 | $250 | $10,000+ |
| New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,419 | $1,209 | $10,000+ |
| New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,911 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,386 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,855 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,661 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| New York 7 Bedroom Apartments | $5,587 | $3,750 | $9,013 |
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October 16, 2025Good vibes - but the stores could be better. Too many junk stores and nail salons. Not enough food stores - and the ones here are rather pricey. Not pet friendly - yet another service presented by the greedy landlords--rents are too high.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New York Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in New York?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in New York is under $1,039.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in New York?
The cheapest apartment in New York is Ventnor Flatz which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in New York costs $6,097.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in New York?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 496 regular apartments in New York that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in New York?
Cheap apartments in New York have an average cost of $981 which is $5,116 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New York.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City
Written by: Joshua Carlucci
New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.
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Written by: Joshua Carlucci
New York City is more than just a destination—it’s a way of life, especially for students eager to dive into a melting pot of cultures, endless activities, and academic prestige.
The Local NYC Experts Guide to the Perfect Neighborhoods Near Top Employers
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New York has a funny way of making your commute part of your identity.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.
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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.