
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Times Square Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,700 (36 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

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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 | $4,283 | $2,695 | $5,760 |
| Times Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,364 | $3,250 | $8,640 |
| Times Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,692 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Times Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,225 | $6,995 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 36 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 The Ellington priced from $3,879. 576 9th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,995. Here are the most affordable Times Square apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ellington | MZS01- Residence 4A, 6-10A | 3B, 6B, 8-10B | Studio,1BA | $3,879 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,995 |
| Avalon Midtown West | S1-428-1 | Studio,1BA | $4,027 |
| The Biltmore | A9d | 1BR,1BA | $6,406 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Times Square, NY
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Times Square area is the $8.58 price per square foot B2 Model at The Biltmore in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $7,609. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Biltmore | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $8.58 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| 150 West 51st Street, Unit 1008 | 150 West 51st Street | 1BR,1BA | $8.29 |
| 358 W 48th St | 358 W 48th St | 1BR,1BA | $7.14 |
| 350 W 46th St | 350 W 46th St | Studio ,1BA | $7.00 |
| The Ellington | MZS01- Residence 4A, 6-10A | 3B, 6B, 8-10B | Studio ,1BA | $8.38 |
| 315 W 48th St | 315 W 48th St | Studio ,0.5BA | $7.78 |
| Avalon Midtown West | S1-428-1 | Studio ,1BA | $9.41 |
| 413 W 43rd St | 413 W 43rd St | Studio ,1BA | $10.00 |
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 The Ellington listed at $3,879.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Times Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Times Square Apartment is $3,995 at 576 9th Ave.
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 $5,495 at 576 9th Ave.
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