
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Lower Manhattan Neighborhood of New York, NY (241 Rentals)


47 1/2 East 1st Street

232 Elizabeth St

202 Mott St

134 Orchard St

61 Rivington St

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47 1/2 1st Street (2nd & 1st Ave), #5F

20 Prince St

232 Elizabeth St
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158 Hester St

153 Mercer St

75 Orchard St

167 Mott St

158 Hester St

Mott Street

150 Forsyth St

229 Chrystie St

508 Broadway

20 Prince St
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239 Elizabeth St

120 Mulberry St

250 Mott St

246 Mott St

248 Elizabeth St

508 Broadway

221 Mott St

232 Elizabeth St

47 E 1st St

232 Elizabeth St
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143 Mulberry St

209 Mulberry St

143 Mulberry St

20 Prince St

51 E Houston St

146 Mulberry St

209 Mulberry St

47 1/2 E 1st St

248 Broome St

246 Mott St
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7 Rivington St

446 Broome St

75 Bowery

29 Howard Street

199 Mott St

46-50 Rivington St

123-129 Baxter St

133 Mulberry St

Forward Building

175 Chrystie St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Manhattan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Manhattan Studio Apartments | $7,321 | $2,575 | $8,500 |
| Lower Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,629 | $3,350 | $10,000+ |
Lower Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,360 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,065 | $5,712 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Lower Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Bowery Place | B1-101-1031sq-ter | 1,032 Sq Ft | $9,540 |
Cheapest Available Lower Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Avalon Bowery Place | B1-101-1031sq-ter | $9,540 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Lower Manhattan with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Lower Manhattan is at Avalon Bowery Place listed at $9,540.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Lower Manhattan is $7,360.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Lower Manhattan Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lower Manhattan is a 1,032 square feet unit starting from $9,540 at Avalon Bowery Place.
What is the average size for Lower Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Lower Manhattan is currently 884 sq ft.
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