
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of New York, NY (53 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown area of New York near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


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FOUND Study Union Square

EHS 55 John Street

349 W Broadway

176 Bleecker St

85 2nd Ave

336 E 15th St

Palladium Hall

Coral Tower
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Ludlow Residence Hall

Greenwich Halll - NYU

Cooper Union Residence Hall

Third Avenue North

Cooper Square Residence Hall

Brittany Hall - NYU

Moses Center for Students with Disabilities

NYU Second Street Residence

4 Washington Square Vlg
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10 Waverly Pl

Pace University Residence Hall

Founders Hall

Alumni Hall Dormitory

Rufus D. Smith Hall

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Pace University Dormitory

Hayden Hall

Broome Street Residential College

Paulette Goddard Hall
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Lipton Hall

246 Mercer St

94 East 4th Street- 2 Months Free!

104 Suffolk Street

207 East 14th Street

520 East 11th Street

Alabama Flats LLC

328-330 E 14th St

Rivington & Clinton St.

85 Pitt Street
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133 W Third St

235 Sullivan St

35 E 7th St

Barclay Tower

229 E 12th St

81 Sullivan St

230 Sullivan St

93 1/2 East 7th St

The Verdesian

159 Bleecker 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 | $4,894 | $1,200 | $8,500 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $6,250 | $2,613 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,270 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,540 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,721 | $6,495 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,271 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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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 Student Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown is at FOUND Study Financial District listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown is $2,475.
What is the largest Student Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $1,850 at FOUND Study East Village.
What is the average size for Downtown Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown is currently at 550 sq ft.
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