Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Times Square Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,700 (17 Rentals)
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305 W 45th St

305 W 45th St
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Times Square, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Times Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Times Square Studio Apartments | $3,690 | $2,100 | $5,478 |
Times Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,273 | $2,910 | $6,350 |
Times Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,442 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
Times Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,529 | $5,440 | $10,000+ |
Times Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,150 | $7,300 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Times Square Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Times Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Times Square area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 305 W 45th St priced from $2,550. The Ellington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,825. Here are the most affordable Times Square apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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305 W 45th St | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
The Ellington | MZS03 - Residence 3-16 C | Studio,1BA | $3,825 |
Avalon Midtown West | S1-412-Classic | Studio,1BA | $3,925 |
576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,995 |
The Biltmore | sb1b | Studio,1BA | $4,326 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Times Square, NY
As of September 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Times Square area is the $6.70 price per square foot 358 W 48th St Model at 358 W 48th St, Unit 7E in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $6,700. The second greatest value Times Square apartment is the Flex 2 Model at 576 9th Ave starting at $3,995 with a $4.99 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Times Square apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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358 W 48th St, Unit 7E | 358 W 48th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $6.70 |
576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
315 W 48th St, Unit 9F | 315 W 48th St | 1BR,1BA | $6.43 |
150 West 51st Street, Unit 1008 | 150 West 51st Street | 1BR,1BA | $7.86 |
The Ellington | MZS03 - Residence 3-16 C | Studio ,1BA | $7.92 |
The Biltmore | sb1b | Studio ,1BA | $10.40 |
Avalon Midtown West | S1-412-Classic | Studio ,1BA | $9.53 |
305 W 45th St | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $11.14 |
Getting Around the Times Square Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
92 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Times Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Times Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Times Square is at 305 W 45th St listed at $2,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Times Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Times Square Apartment is $3,300 at 305 W 45th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Times Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Times Square is starting from $3,800 at 305 W 45th St.
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