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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roosevelt Island Neighborhood of New York, NY from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Roosevelt Island, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roosevelt Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Island Studio Apartments | $3,925 | $2,795 | $9,250 |
| Roosevelt Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,421 | $2,725 | $6,768 |
| Roosevelt Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,606 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Roosevelt Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,848 | $5,395 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Roosevelt Island Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Roosevelt Island area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oxford Houses priced from $1,795. The Octagon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,322. Here are the most affordable Roosevelt Island apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oxford Houses | Oxford House Residence – D (434) | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Octagon | S3 | Studio,1BA | $3,322 |
| 27 on 27th | Studio - F Line with Terrace | Studio,1BA | $3,538 |
| 252-254 E 74th St | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $3,600 |
| Tower 28 | 17-45 K | Studio,1BA | $3,963 |
| 1413 Second Ave | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,995 |
| Manhattan Park | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,100 |
| Riverwalk Crossing | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,175 |
| Riverwalk Point | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $6.89 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 $12,750. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the One Bedroom Model at The Stratford starting at $4,895 with a $5.44 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 420 E 64th St, Unit W7H | 420 E 64th St | 3BR,3.5BA | $6.89 |
| The Stratford | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.44 |
| 1413 Second Ave | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| Manhattan Park | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.21 |
| 2310 42nd Rd, Unit 18F | 2310 42nd Rd | 1BR,1BA | $5.86 |
| The Octagon | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $7.02 |
| 252-254 E 74th St | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $7.20 |
| 27 on 27th | Studio - F Line with Terrace | Studio ,1BA | $7.21 |
| 316 E 63 Street | Studio | Studio , | $5.99 |
| The Oxford Houses | Oxford House Residence – D (434) | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
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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 The Octagon listed at $3,322.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment is $1,795 at The Oxford Houses.
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 252-254 E 74th St.
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 $5,950.
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