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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 The Octagon priced from $3,342. 27 on 27th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,529. Here are the most affordable Roosevelt Island apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The OctagonS3Studio,1BA$3,342
27 on 27thStudio - F Line with TerraceStudio,1BA$3,529
252-254 E 74th StSTUDIOStudio,1BA$3,600
Tower 2817-45 KStudio,1BA$3,953
1413 Second Ave1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY

As of October 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $7.69 price per square foot 3 Bedroom / 3 Bathroom Model at The Wellesley in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $10,000. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the Flex 3 / 2 Bathroom Model at Manhattan Park starting at $6,500 with a $5.91 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.
The Wellesley3 Bedroom / 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$7.69
Manhattan ParkFlex 3 / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$5.91
The StratfordOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.33
The CaldwellA051BR,1BA$7.77
1413 Second Ave1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$4.99
2310 42nd Rd, Unit 18F2310 42nd Rd1BR,1BA$5.86
The OctagonA41BR,1BA$7.02
Tower 2817-45 KStudio ,1BA$7.49
252-254 E 74th StSTUDIOStudio ,1BA$7.20
27 on 27thStudio - F Line with TerraceStudio ,1BA$7.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Roosevelt Island, New York, NY

Ranked #65

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 Roosevelt Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Roosevelt Island?

There are currently 1013 Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY with pricing that ranges from $2,720 to $22,821. There are also 131 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Roosevelt Island ranging from $1,930 to $15,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Roosevelt Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Roosevelt Island ranges from $1,930 to $15,950 with an average monthly rent of $5,038.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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