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property at 92 Pulaski St

92 Pulaski St

BrooklynNY11206

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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property at 33 Lenox Rd

33 Lenox Rd

BrooklynNY11226

New York's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about New York and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Joshua Carlucci

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property at 690 Prospect Pl

690 Prospect Pl

BrooklynNY11216
property at 1225 Hancock St

1225 Hancock St

BrooklynNY11221
property at 600 Park Pl

600 Park Pl

BrooklynNY11238
property at 951 Madison St

951 Madison St

BrooklynNY11221
property at 980 Kent Ave

980 Kent Ave

BrooklynNY11205
property at 1513 Summit Ave

1513 Summit Ave

Union CityNJ07087
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Getting Around New York, NY

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Virginia • 4+ years in New York

October 16, 2025

Good 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 $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in New York?

The cheapest apartment in New York is 41 Leick Ave which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in New York costs $7,451.

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 839 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 $1,380 which is $6,071 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New York.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.