Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roosevelt Island Neighborhood of New York, NY from $500 (45 Rentals)

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1366 York Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1366 York Ave

1366 York AveNew York, NY 10021
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418 East 81st Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

418 East 81st Street

418 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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410 E 81st St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

410 E 81st St

410 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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424 East 66th Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

424 East 66th Street

424 E 66th StNew York, NY 10021
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50 East End Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

50 East End Avenue

50 East End AveNew York, NY 10028
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1427 York Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1427 York Ave

1427 York AveNew York, NY 10021
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324 East 66th Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

324 East 66th Street

324 E 66th StNew York, NY 10065
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The Oxford Houses
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Oxford Houses

430-434 E 72nd StNew York, NY 10021
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1450 Second Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1450 Second Avenue

1448-1450 Second AveNew York, NY 10021
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426 East 66th Street
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

426 East 66th Street

426 E 66th StNew York, NY 10021
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357 E 68th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

357 E 68th St

357 E 68th StNew York, NY 10065
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225 24TH Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

225 24TH Street

225 E 73rd StNew York, NY 10021

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527 E 78th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

527 E 78th

527 E 78th StNew York, NY 10075
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403 E 70th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

403 E 70th St

403 E 70th StNew York, NY 10021
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414 E 77th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

414 E 77th St

414 E 77th StNew York, NY 10021
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1470 First Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1470 First Ave

1470 First AveNew York, NY 10075
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344 E 62nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

344 E 62nd St

344 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
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418 E 73rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

418 E 73rd St

418 E 73rd StNew York, NY 10021
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450 East 81st Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

450 East 81st Street

450-452 E 81st StNew York, NY 10028
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211-213 East 73rd Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

211-213 East 73rd Street

211-213 E 73rd StNew York, NY 10021
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346 E 62nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

346 E 62nd St

346 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
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425 East 77th Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

425 East 77th Street

425 E 77th StNew York, NY 10021
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415 E 73rd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

415 E 73rd St

415 E 73rd StNew York, NY 10021
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307 East 76th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

307 East 76th Street

307 E 76th StNew York, NY 10021
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1382 1st Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1382 1st Avenue

1380-1382 First AveNew York, NY 10021
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405 East 69th Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

405 East 69th Street

405-409 E 69th StNew York, NY 10021
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334 East 74th Street
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

334 East 74th Street

334 E 74th StNew York, NY 10021
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Beta House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beta House

401 E 77th StNew York, NY 10075
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Riverwalk Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Park

460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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Roosevelt Island, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Roosevelt Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roosevelt Island area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 27 on 27th priced from $2,886. The Octagon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,361. Here are the most affordable Roosevelt Island apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 on 27thStudio - F Line with TerraceStudio,1BA$2,886
The OctagonS3Studio,1BA$3,361
The YorkStudioStudio,1BA$3,379
252-254 E 74th StSTUDIOStudio,1BA$3,500
Riverwalk Crossing1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$4,230
Riverwalk Point1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$4,325
Tower 285-30 B1BR,1BA$4,512
Manhattan Park2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$4,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY

As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $8.10 price per square foot 420 E 64th St Model at 420 E 64th St, Unit W7H in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $15,000. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at The York starting at $11,500 with a $8.85 price per square foot in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roosevelt Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
420 E 64th St, Unit W7H420 E 64th St4BR,3BA$8.10
The York3 bedroom3BR,2BA$8.85
Manhattan Park2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$5.53
27 on 27th1 Bedroom - E Line1BR,1BA$6.90
Tower 285-30 B1BR,1BA$6.76
The OctagonA81BR,1BA$7.11
The Wellesley1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$7.62
341 E 79th St341 E 79th St2BR,1BA$7.67
252-254 E 74th StSTUDIOStudio ,1BA$7.00
440 E 79th St440 E 79th StStudio ,1BA$7.00

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From Battery Park City to Hudson Heights, find a rental that makes walking to work a reality. Explore the best NYC neighborhoods near major employers.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Roosevelt Island, New York, NY

Ranked #52

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roosevelt Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Roosevelt Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Roosevelt Island is at 27 on 27th listed at $2,886.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment is $3,910 at 27 on 27th.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Roosevelt Island is starting from $4,700 at Manhattan Park.

What is the most affordable Roosevelt Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Roosevelt Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 252-254 E 74th St and starts from $5,900.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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