
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kips Bay Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,078 (71 Rentals)
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159 E 30th St

401 E 34th St, Unit S14X

239 E 33rd St, Unit 2B

240 E 23rd St

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149 E 29th St

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245 E 24th St, Unit 10F

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236 E 30th St
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Kips Bay, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kips Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kips Bay Studio Apartments | $4,236 | $2,700 | $5,920 |
| Kips Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,271 | $3,000 | $9,820 |
| Kips Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,119 | $4,090 | $10,000+ |
| Kips Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,694 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
| Kips Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,252 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 71 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kips Bay Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Kips Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kips Bay area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 240 E 23rd St priced from $3,200. Waterside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,292. Here are the most affordable Kips Bay apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240 E 23rd St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| Waterside | 0A | Studio,1BA | $3,292 |
| 382 Third Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $3,595 |
| 534 3rd Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,650 |
| 219 E 28th St | studio | Studio,1BA | $3,650 |
| Marquis Apartments | Murray Hill Marquis - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,960 |
| Windsor Court | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $4,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kips Bay, NY
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kips Bay area is the $5.38 price per square foot 141 E 29th St Model at 141 E 29th St in the in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Kips Bay apartment is the 202 E 35th St Model at 202 E 35th St starting at $7,700 with a $6.42 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kips Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 141 E 29th St | 141 E 29th St | 3BR,2BA | $5.38 |
| 202 E 35th St | 202 E 35th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $6.42 |
| 219 E 28th St | 4 bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $7.15 |
| 142 E 35th St | 142 E 35th St | 3BR,2BA | $6.52 |
| 328 E 30th St, Unit 1 | 328 E 30th St | 3BR,1BA | $4.95 |
| 205 East 31st Street | Flex 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $5.64 |
| 247 E 35th St | 247 E 35th St | 2BR,2BA | $7.50 |
| 202 E 22nd St | 202 E 22nd St | 1BR,1BA | $7.29 |
| 236 E 30th St | 236 E 30th St | 1BR,1BA | $7.67 |
| Marquis Apartments | Murray Hill Marquis - Studio One Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $7.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKips Bay, New York, NY
Ranked #26
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kips Bay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kips Bay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kips Bay is under $4,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kips Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Kips Bay is 240 E 23rd St which is listed at $3,200, while the average apartment in Kips Bay costs $5,456.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kips Bay?
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 3 regular apartments in Kips Bay 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 Kips Bay?
Cheap apartments in Kips Bay have an average cost of $245 which is $5,211 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kips Bay.
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