
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Governors Island Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,975 (34 Rentals)


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358 Henry Street

52 Clark St.

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Governors Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Governors Island Studio Apartments | $4,055 | $1,975 | $8,449 |
| Governors Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,803 | $1,297 | $10,000+ |
| Governors Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,248 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Governors Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,277 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| Governors Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,451 | $6,495 | $10,000+ |
| Governors Island 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,550 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 $2,228, 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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