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Adorable ROOM at The Monroe House, Unit 2
355 Tompkins Ave
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Modern ROOM at The Monroe House, Unit 5
355 Tompkins Ave
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Modern ROOM at The Monroe House, Unit 1
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Adorable ROOM at The Monroe House, Unit 4
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Modern ROOM at The Monroe House, Unit 4
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191 Henry StNew York, NY 10002
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Governors Island, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Governors Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governors Island Studio Apartments | $4,110 | $1,975 | $9,233 |
| Governors Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,776 | $1,297 | $10,000+ |
| Governors Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,196 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Governors Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,012 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| Governors Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,636 | $6,495 | $10,000+ |
| Governors Island 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,550 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Governors Island Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Governors Island area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 295J priced from $2,228. FOUND Study Brooklyn Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here are the most affordable Governors Island apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 295J | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,228 |
| FOUND Study Brooklyn Heights | Single - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
| 224 3rd Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,933 |
| 22 Chapel St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,100 |
| Lenox | S4 | Studio,1BA | $3,136 |
| The Addison | Studio 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $3,162 |
| Webster Apartments- ALL WOMENS HOUSING | Studio: Double | Studio,1BA | $3,175 |
| 260 Gold | 08 Line 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $3,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Governors Island, NY
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Governors Island area is the $5.27 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at THE FLEET in the in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood starting from $7,900. The second greatest value Governors Island apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath Model at 18 Park starting at $4,595 with a $4.69 price per square foot in the Pavonia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Governors Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE FLEET | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $5.27 |
| 18 Park | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.69 |
| 143 Sussex St, Unit Apt. #3 | 143 Sussex St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 412A 17th St, Unit duplex | 412A 17th St | 1BR,1.5BA | $5.44 |
| 138 9th St, Unit Two bedroom apartment | 138 9th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Atlas | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| Warren at York by Windsor | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
| Liberty Towers | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.07 |
| 270 Marin Blvd, Unit 14Q | 270 Marin Blvd | Studio ,1BA | $4.50 |
| 295J | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $5.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Governors Island Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Governors Island?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Governors Island is under $3,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Governors Island?
The cheapest apartment in Governors Island is 295J which is listed at $3,052, while the average apartment in Governors Island costs $4,635.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Governors Island?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 17 regular apartments in Governors Island that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Governors Island?
Cheap apartments in Governors Island have an average cost of $248 which is $4,387 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Governors Island.
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