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522 East 5th Street

331 East 5th Street

99 Orchard St

87 1st Ave

177 Ludlow St

207 E 5th St

55 Spring Street

31 east 1st

120 E 4th St
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102 Norfolk St

138 Ludlow Street Apartments

Unfurnished 1 Bedroom

103 Avenue A

41 Henry St

178 Clinton Street

520 East 11th Street

500 E 11th St

175 Ludlow Street

122 orchard
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37 Catherine St

435 East 9th Street

102 Saint Mark's Place

128 2nd Avenue

168 Rivington Street

254 E 3rd St

132-134 Ludlow St

361 East 10th Street

57 Spring Street

66 Second Avenue
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True North Soho

195 E 4th St

279 MOTT ST

340 East 5th Street

121 Mulberry Street

132 Allen St

344 E 9th St

103 East 2nd Street

174 Canal Street

19 Eldridge St
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172 Mulberry Street

151 Mott St

264 E Second St

257Clinton

89 Bleecker Street

426 East 9th Street

424 East 10th Street

33 Henry St

321 E 3rd St

512 East 5th Street
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Lower East Side, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower East Side Studio Apartments | $5,937 | $2,575 | $8,500 |
| Lower East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,939 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Lower East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,616 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
| Lower East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,034 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
| Lower East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,673 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Lower East Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $12,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 129 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower East Side Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower East Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower East Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower East Side is at Freeman Residences listed at $4,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower East Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower East Side Apartment is $4,962 at The East.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower East Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower East Side is starting from $3,225 at 622 East 11th Street.
What is the most affordable Lower East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lower East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 55-61 Delancey Street and starts from $5,575.
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