Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Roosevelt Island Neighborhood of New York, NY from $506 (48 Rentals)

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1366 York Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1366 York Ave

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

418 East 81st Street

418 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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1450 Second Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1450 Second Avenue

1448-1450 Second AveNew York, NY 10021
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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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324 East 66th Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

324 East 66th Street

324 E 66th StNew York, NY 10065
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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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225 24TH Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

225 24TH Street

225 E 73rd 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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527 E 78th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

527 E 78th

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

403 E 70th St

403 E 70th 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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346 E 62nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

346 E 62nd St

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

425 East 77th Street

425 E 77th 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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415 E 73rd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

415 E 73rd St

415 E 73rd 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 $3,101. 252-254 E 74th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,550. 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$3,101
252-254 E 74th StSTUDIOStudio,1BA$3,550
Riverwalk Crossing1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$4,225
The OctagonA41BR,1BA$4,230
Riverwalk Point1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$4,345
Manhattan ParkFlex 2 / 2 Bathroom1BR,2BA$5,000
The Wellesley1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$5,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $8.33 price per square foot 167 E 71st St Model at 167 E 71st St in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $10,000. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Manhattan Park starting at $6,600 with a $6.00 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.
167 E 71st St167 E 71st St3BR,2BA$8.33
Manhattan Park3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$6.00
27 on 27th2 Bedroom - D Line2BR,2BA$6.75
The StratfordOne Bedroom 1 1/2 Bath Convertible 2 BR1BR,1.5BA$8.66
420 E 64th St, Unit Royal York420 E 64th St1BR,1BA$5.63
The Wellesley1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$7.10
341 E 79th St341 E 79th St2BR,1BA$7.67
The OctagonA21BR,1BA$7.23
252-254 E 74th StSTUDIOStudio ,1BA$7.10

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Roosevelt Island, New York, NY

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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 $3,101.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roosevelt Island Apartment is $3,900 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 $5,300 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 $6,000.

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