Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Square Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,400 (14 Rentals)

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35 West 65th Street
Studio Apartments

35 West 65th Street

35 W 65th StNew York, NY 10023
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63 West
Studio Apartments

63 West

244 W 64th StNew York, NY 10023
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146-148 W 68th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

146-148 W 68th St

146-148 W 68th StNew York, NY 10023
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Clinton Parkview
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clinton Parkview

530-532 W 53rd StNew York, NY 10019
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330 W 55th St
Studio Apartments

330 W 55th St

330 W 55th StNew York, NY 10019
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South Pierre
Studio Apartments

South Pierre

160 W 71st StNew York, NY 10023
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15 w 64th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

15 w 64th St

15 W 64th StNew York, NY 10023
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330 W 56th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

330 W 56th St

328-330 W 56th StNew York, NY 10019
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Symphony House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Symphony House

235 W 56th StNew York, NY 10019
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Lincoln Square, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lincoln Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lincoln Square area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 504 W 55th St priced from $3,300. The Helena has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,689. Here are the most affordable Lincoln Square apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
504 W 55th StStudioStudio,1BA$3,300
The HelenaStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,689
21 West End AveStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,850
VIA 57 WESTStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$4,000
240 Central Park SouthStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$4,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Square, NY

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Square area is the $7.70 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at VIA 57 WEST in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $8,502. The second greatest value Lincoln Square apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at 21 West End Ave starting at $9,515 with a $9.68 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
VIA 57 WEST2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$7.70
21 West End Ave2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$9.68
The RegentOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$7.09
Park Towers SouthApartment 16A1BR,1BA$8.28
One Lincoln Plaza1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$10.07
FRANK 57 WEST1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$7.91
240 Central Park SouthStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$7.86
AIREStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$9.10
Avalon Clinton444Studio ,1BA$8.91
504 W 55th StStudioStudio ,1BA$8.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lincoln Square, New York, NY

Ranked #79

Among neighborhoods in New York, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Lincoln Square Neighborhood in New York, NY

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lincoln Square?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lincoln Square is at 504 W 55th St listed at $3,300.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lincoln Square Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lincoln Square Apartment is $4,000 at 504 W 55th St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lincoln Square Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lincoln Square is starting from $4,400 at 504 W 55th St.

What is the most affordable Lincoln Square Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lincoln Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 504 W 55th St and starts from $6,200.

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