Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Park South Neighborhood of New York, NY from $2,400 (151 Rentals)

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Parc Vendome
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parc Vendome

332-350 W 57th StNew York, NY 10019
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The Sheffield
Studio Apartments

The Sheffield

322 W 57th StNew York, NY 10019
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The Galleria
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Galleria

117 E 57th StNew York, NY 10022
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The Allegro
Studio Apartments

The Allegro

62 W 62nd StNew York, NY 10023
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The Europa
Studio Apartments

The Europa

22 W 66th StNew York, NY 10023

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Harperly Hall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Harperly Hall

41 Central Park WNew York, NY 10023
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15 Central Park W
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

15 Central Park W

15 Central Park WNew York, NY 10023
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7 W 57th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

7 W 57th St

7 W 57th StNew York, NY 10019
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Trump Parc
Studio Apartments

Trump Parc

106 Central Park SNew York, NY 10019
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The Adlon
Studio Apartments

The Adlon

200 W 54th StNew York, NY 10019
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The Villas
Studio Apartments

The Villas

220 Central Park SNew York, NY 10019
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One Central Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

One Central Park

25 Columbus CirNew York, NY 10019
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The Coronet
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Coronet

1424-1426 Avenue of the AmericasNew York, NY 10019
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The Sofia
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sofia

43 W 61st StNew York, NY 10023
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128 Central Park S
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

128 Central Park S

128 Central Park SNew York, NY 10019
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The Albemarle
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Albemarle

205 W 54th StNew York, NY 10019
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Windsor Park
Studio Apartments

Windsor Park

1411 Avenue of the AmericasNew York, NY 10019
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CitySpire
Studio Apartments

CitySpire

150 W 56th StNew York, NY 10019
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Robin Court
Studio Apartments

Robin Court

29 W 65th StNew York, NY 10023
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838 Fifth Ave
Studio Apartments

838 Fifth Ave

838 Fifth AveNew York, NY 10065
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432 Park Ave
Studio Apartments

432 Park Ave

432 Park AveNew York, NY 10022
Corporate Housing
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The Aristocrat
Studio Apartments

The Aristocrat

45 W 54th StNew York, NY 10019
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40 W 55th St
Studio Apartments

40 W 55th St

40 W 55th StNew York, NY 10019
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475 Park Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

475 Park Ave

475 Park AveNew York, NY 10022
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40 E 61st St
Studio Apartments

40 E 61st St

40 E 61st StNew York, NY 10065
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The Park Laurel
Studio Apartments

The Park Laurel

15 W 63rd StNew York, NY 10023
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The Ritz Tower
Studio Apartments

The Ritz Tower

465 Park AveNew York, NY 10022
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34 W 65th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

34 W 65th St

34 W 65th StNew York, NY 10023
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Park South
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park South

120 W 58th StNew York, NY 10019
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Tower 53
Studio Apartments

Tower 53

159 W 53rd StNew York, NY 10019

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The Centurion
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Centurion

33 W 56th StNew York, NY 10019
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The Briarcliff
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Briarcliff

167-171 W 57th StNew York, NY 10019
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135 W 52nd St
Studio Apartments

135 W 52nd St

135 W 52nd StNew York, NY 10019
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Carnegie Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carnegie Plaza

162 W 56th StNew York, NY 10019
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140 W 58th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

140 W 58th St

140 W 58th StNew York, NY 10019

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Central Park South, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Park South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Park South area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 69 W 55th St priced from $3,100. The Ellington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,879. Here are the most affordable Central Park South apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
69 W 55th StStudioStudio,1BA$3,100
The EllingtonMZS01- Residence 4A, 6-10A | 3B, 6B, 8-10BStudio,1BA$3,879
240 Central Park SouthStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$4,000
The RegentOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$5,995
One Lincoln Plaza1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$6,275
Grand TierOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$6,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Park South, NY

As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Park South area is the $10.81 price per square foot Jr 4 / 1.5 Bathroom Model at 240 Central Park South in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $10,000. The second greatest value Central Park South apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at One Lincoln Plaza starting at $6,275 with a $10.44 price per square foot in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Park South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
240 Central Park SouthJr 4 / 1.5 Bathroom1BR,1.5BA$10.81
One Lincoln Plaza1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$10.44
The EllingtonMZS01- Residence 4A, 6-10A | 3B, 6B, 8-10BStudio ,1BA$8.38

The Local NYC Expert's Guide to the Perfect Neighborhoods Near Top Employers

From Battery Park City to Hudson Heights, find a rental that makes walking to work a reality. Explore the best NYC neighborhoods near major employers.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the New York City area for affordable living. Find your perfect NYC Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Park South, New York, NY

Ranked #67

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Park South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Park South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Park South is at 69 W 55th St listed at $3,100.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Park South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Park South Apartment is $4,100 at 69 W 55th St.

Expert Rental Resources

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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