Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Liberty Island Neighborhood of New York, NY from $900 (32 Rentals)
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286 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Dr

337 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Dr

2275 John F. Kennedy Blvd

568 Communipaw Ave, Unit 206

568-572 Communipaw Ave

517 COMMUNIPAW Ave
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306 Bergen Ave

60 Wilkinson Ave, Unit 2L

21 VREELAND Ter

16 E Bidwell Ave, Unit 1
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639 GARFIELD Ave

16 E Bidwell Ave, Unit 1

54 Monitor St

425 M.L.K. Drive

170 Claremont Ave
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Liberty Island, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Liberty Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Island Studio Apartments | $3,440 | $1,800 | $9,300 |
| Liberty Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,953 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Liberty Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,705 | $1,699 | $10,000+ |
| Liberty Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,225 | $1,566 | $9,999 |
| Liberty Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,751 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Liberty Island Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Liberty Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Liberty Island area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lotus priced from $1,950. 568-572 Communipaw Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Liberty Island apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lotus | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 568-572 Communipaw Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| 37 Wall Street | $4.25/sq.ft. - 17Q | Studio,1BA | $2,211 |
| Ascent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,290 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Liberty Island, NY
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Liberty Island area is the $2.31 price per square foot 97 Wilkinson Ave Model at 97 Wilkinson Ave, Unit 2F in the in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Liberty Island apartment is the 706 Ocean Ave Model at 706 Ocean Ave, Unit #2 starting at $2,600 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Liberty Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Wilkinson Ave, Unit 2F | 97 Wilkinson Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 706 Ocean Ave, Unit #2 | 706 Ocean Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| 557 Ocean Ave, Unit 5 | 557 Ocean Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 56 Atlantic St, Unit 1 | 56 Atlantic St | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 97 Wilkinson Ave, Unit 2 | 97 Wilkinson Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 17 Belmont Ave, Unit 1 | 17 Belmont Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 568-572 Communipaw Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 398 Rose Ave, Unit 5 | 398 Rose Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 735 Garfield Ave, Unit 3B | 735 Garfield Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 60 Wilkinson Ave, Unit 2L | 60 Wilkinson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLiberty Island, New York, NY
Ranked #8
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Liberty Island Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
17 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Liberty Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Liberty Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Liberty Island is at 37 Wall Street listed at $2,211.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Liberty Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Liberty Island Apartment is $1,950 at The Lotus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Liberty Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Liberty Island is starting from $2,250 at The Lotus.
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