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285 West 12th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

285 West 12th St

285-287 W 12th StNew York, NY 10014
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111 Mott St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

111 Mott St

111 Mott StNew York, NY 10013

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116-120 Mott St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116-120 Mott St

116-120 Mott StNew York, NY 10013
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238 W 20th St
Studio Apartments

238 W 20th St

238 W 20th StNew York, NY 10011
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110 Greenwich Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

110 Greenwich Ave

234 W 13th StNew York, NY 10011
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329 W 14th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

329 W 14th St

329 W 14th StNew York, NY 10014
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106 W 13th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

106 W 13th St

106 W 13th StNew York, NY 10011
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111 Mulberry St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

111 Mulberry St

111 Mulberry StNew York, NY 10013
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211 East 5th Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

211 East 5th Street

211 E 5th StNew York, NY 10003
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28 Allen St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

28 Allen St

28 Allen StNew York, NY 10002
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208 Sullivan St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

208 Sullivan St

208 Sullivan StNew York, NY 10012
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67 Mott St
1 Bedroom Apartments

67 Mott St

67 Mott StNew York, NY 10013

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Lower West Side, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower West Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower West Side area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 234-236 Thompson Street priced from $3,795. Gateway Battery Park City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,904. Here are the most affordable Lower West Side apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
234-236 Thompson Street1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3,795
Gateway Battery Park CityStudioStudio,1BA$3,904
55-61 Delancey Street55-D Line 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$4,100
Avalon Bowery PlaceS1-706Studio,1BA$5,140
110 Horatio StStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$5,450
Freeman ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$5,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West Side, NY

As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower West Side area is the $7.27 price per square foot 319 W 13th St Model at 319 W 13th St in the in the West Village neighborhood starting from $8,000. The second greatest value Lower West Side apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom Model at 100 Jane St starting at $8,295 with a $8.22 price per square foot in the West Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
319 W 13th St319 W 13th St2BR,2BA$7.27
100 Jane St1 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom1BR,1.5BA$8.22
Freeman ResidencesOne Bedroom1BR,2BA$10.00
Echelon ChelseaA021BR,1BA$9.21
7 Bleecker St, Unit 2B7 Bleecker St1BR,1BA$6.69
349 Grand St349 Grand St1BR,1BA$9.17
111 Worth1E Renovation 21BR,1BA$9.51
Gateway Battery Park CityStudioStudio ,1BA$6.55
21 ChelseaOne Bedroom A1J-R1BR,1BA$10.74
234-236 Thompson Street1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$9.49

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The Local NYC Expert's Guide to the Perfect Neighborhoods Near Top Employers

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the New York City area for affordable living. Find your perfect NYC Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Lower West Side, New York, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower West Side Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lower West Side?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower West Side is under $5,500.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower West Side?

The cheapest apartment in Lower West Side is 234-236 Thompson Street which is listed at $3,795, while the average apartment in Lower West Side costs $16,495.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower West Side?

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 1 regular apartments in Lower West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City

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New York City is more than just a destination—it’s a way of life, especially for students eager to dive into a melting pot of cultures, endless activities, and academic prestige.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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