
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Park West Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,200 (1,023 Rentals)
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One Lincoln Plaza

Total Monthly Price
189 W 89th St, Unit SI FL11-ID1050

The Corner

152 W 73rd St

The Boulevard

2505 Broadway

The Olcott

105 W 72nd St

15 W 81st St
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Marlow

The Carlyle

One Sherman Square Apartments

The Orleans

965 Fifth Ave

303-305 W 86th St

The Normandy

870 5th Ave

The Europa

The Dorilton
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880 Fifth Ave

60 W 68th St

110 W 86th St

875 Fifth Ave

35 W 81st St

122 West 80th Street (j7)

120 West 80th Street (k6)

Mayfair Towers

Westbury House

The Century Condominium
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Harperly Hall

279 Central Park W

El Dorado

327 Central Park W

12 W 96th St

Seventy Five Central Park West

The Dakota

15 Central Park W

111 West 67th St

The Harrison
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740 Park Ave

503-505 West End Ave

393 West End Ave

The Broadway

200 W 86th St

Umbria Apartments

151 West 80th Street (j9)

170 W 81st St

One Lincoln Square

West 88th Street
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Central Park West, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Park West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park West Studio Apartments | $4,266 | $3,200 | $5,676 |
| Central Park West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $6,647 | $3,195 | $10,000+ |
| Central Park West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,577 | $4,595 | $10,000+ |
| Central Park West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,030 | $6,251 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Central Park West Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laney | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,950 |
| 502-504 Amsterdam Avenue | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Park West, NY
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Park West area is the $10.44 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Laney in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $11,200. The second greatest value Central Park West apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at 502-504 Amsterdam Avenue starting at $4,595 with a $9.19 price per square foot in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Park West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laney | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $10.44 |
| 502-504 Amsterdam Avenue | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $9.19 |
| 141 W 78th St | 141 W 78th St | Studio ,1BA | $7.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Park West, New York, NY
Ranked #54
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Park West, New York, NY
Ps 87 William Sherman
The Anderson School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Park West Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Park West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Park West Apartment is $3,950 at The Laney.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Park West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Park West is starting from $4,595 at 502-504 Amsterdam Avenue.
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