
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of New York, NY (1,509 Rentals)


Gateway Battery Park City

EHS 55 John Street

35 E 7th St

230 Sullivan St

81 Sullivan St

Village Mayfair Apartments

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79 Christopher St

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219 E 11th St

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135 John St
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20 John St

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160 2nd Ave

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206 E 16th St

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218 E 13th St

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94 Christopher St

251 Water St

169 Mercer St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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349 Grand St

East 10th Street, Unit 3

128 Water St, Unit 2401
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2 Maiden Ln, Unit 2906

Avenue B, Unit 5D

East 5th Street, Unit 3

1ST AVE., Unit 3

134 Orchard St, Unit 16

47 E 1st St, Unit 2R

ORCHARD ST., Unit 16

E 1ST ST., Unit 2R

125 Delancey St, Unit SI FL12-ID1604

102 Christopher St, Unit 4A
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East 1st Street, Unit 3R

East 6th Street, Unit 2B

248 Mott St, Unit 4

416 E 13th St, Unit 1A

202 E 13th St, Unit 3H

E 13TH ST., Unit 1A

50 Murray St, Unit 944

50 Murray St, Unit 444

50 Murray St, Unit 1432

542 E 14th St, Unit SI ID1261205P
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416 E 13th St, Unit 1A

432 E 13th St, Unit 18

60 Avenue B, Unit 3C

410 E 13th St, Unit 1A

416 E 13th St, Unit 3B

416 E 13th St, Unit 6D

411 E 12th St, Unit 7/PHE

232 Elizabeth St, Unit 4D

309 E 8th St, Unit D3

432 E 13th St, Unit 28
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Downtown, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $4,784 | $2,575 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,971 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,181 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,181 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,501 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $13,595 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $14,725 | $9,450 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown area of New York, NY is found at 37 Wall Street and is listed at 1,219 square feet priced from $7,300. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Wall Street | $3.92/sq.ft. - 22M | 1,219 Sq Ft | $7,300 |
| Avalon Bowery Place | B1-210-810-1089sq | 1,089 Sq Ft | $10,725 |
| 70 Pine Apartments | B11 - 2111|2211 | 1,069 Sq Ft | $8,128 |
| Gateway Battery Park City | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 1,041 Sq Ft | $7,281 |
| StuyTown | 2BMNS | 932 Sq Ft | $6,364 |
| Exhibit | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 906 Sq Ft | $5,909 |
| Village Mayfair Apartments | True 2 Bed | 900 Sq Ft | $8,200 |
| 32 East 7th Street | 32 EAST 7TH STREET - 2 BR / 1 BATH / GARDEN | 900 Sq Ft | $3,250 |
| 30 Charlton Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $8,000 |
| 516 East 5th Street | 516 EAST 5TH STREET - 2 BR / 1.5 BATH / DUPLEX ... | 400 Sq Ft | $4,500 |
Cheapest Available Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown of New York, NY is the 32 EAST 7TH STREET - 2 BR / 1 BATH / GARDEN Model starting from $3,250 at 32 East 7th Street. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown is currently $7,181. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 32 East 7th Street | 32 EAST 7TH STREET - 2 BR / 1 BATH / GARDEN | $3,250 |
| 516 East 5th Street | 516 EAST 5TH STREET - 2 BR / 1.5 BATH / DUPLEX ... | $4,500 |
| StuyTown | 2BMJS | $5,622 |
| Exhibit | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | $5,909 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, New York, NY
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown is at 32 East 7th Street listed at $3,250.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is $7,181.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,219 square feet unit starting from $7,300 at 37 Wall Street.
What is the average size for Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downtown is currently 674 sq ft.
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