
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,100 (151 Rentals)
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Modern ROOM at The Monroe House, Unit 4

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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Chinatown, Unit B

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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 | $4,888 | $1,195 | $8,500 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,990 | $2,475 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,646 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,333 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,622 | $6,495 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $15,283 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 151 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of New York, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at 55-61 Delancey Street priced from $3,480. 34 East 7th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,790. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55-61 Delancey Street | B Line 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,480 |
| 34 East 7th Street | 34 EAST 7TH STREET - 2 BR / 1.5 BATH / DUPLEX /... | 2BR,1BA | $3,790 |
| Gateway Battery Park City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $4,044 |
| Freeman Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $4,200 |
| 70 Pine Apartments | S06 - 811|911|1011|1111 | Studio,1BA | $4,252 |
| 202 E 13th St | 1BA 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $4,295 |
| 218 East 6th Street | 218 EAST 6TH STREET - 2 BR / 2 BATH / DUPLEX / ... | 2BR,2BA | $4,495 |
| 1 Astor Pl | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $4,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $8.10 price per square foot B02 - 2107|2207 Model at 70 Pine Apartments in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $8,883. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at 68 E First St starting at $5,150 with a $5.15 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Pine Apartments | B02 - 2107|2207 | 2BR,2BA | $8.10 |
| 68 E First St | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $5.15 |
| 188 Second Ave | 3BR/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $7.40 |
| Exhibit | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $6.52 |
| Freeman Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $7.29 |
| 21 West Street | MZA03 - Res 3B, 5B-23B | 1BR,1BA | $7.11 |
| Gateway Battery Park City | Alcove Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.75 |
| 202 E 13th St | 1BA 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $7.81 |
| 55-61 Delancey Street | B Line 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $6.96 |
| 66 E 1st St | 66 E 1st St | Studio ,1BA | $6.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, New York, NY
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at Gateway Battery Park City listed at $4,044.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $4,295 at 202 E 13th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $3,480 at 55-61 Delancey Street.
What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 188 Second Ave and starts from $7,400.
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