
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of New York, NY (171 Rentals)


Gateway Battery Park City

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FOUND Study Financial District

Freeman Residences

EHS 55 John Street

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160 2nd Ave

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206 E 16th St

130 Water St

105 Thompson St

25 Murray St
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104 Thompson St

110 Charlton St

349 W Broadway

Rivington & Clinton St.

One Manhattan Square

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91 Leonard

56 Leonard St
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53 N Moore St

Five Nine John Lofts

56 Pine Street

45 First Avenue

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Fulton-Chambers Building

10 Leonard St

519 Broadway
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SoHo 25

78 Ridge St

228 E Second St

The Collection

52 Thomas St

Pearline Soap Factory Condominium

The Greenwich by Rafael Viñoly

101 Warren St

42 Saint Marks Pl
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53 Leonard St

226-230 E 12th St

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86 E 3rd St

44 Bowery

183 Avenue B

14 Murray St

45-47 Warren St

157 Chambers St

86-88 Franklin St
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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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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, New York, NY
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown, New York, NY
Pace High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Downtown is at FOUND Study Financial District listed at $1,625.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Downtown is $6,973.
What is the largest Gated Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $6,100 at 206 E 16th St.
What is the average size for Downtown Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Downtown is currently at 734 sq ft.
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