
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,400 (60 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit 3B

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit 5D

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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit 2C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit 2A
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Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit 1A

635 W 42nd St

35 West 65th Street

63 West
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544-548 W 50th St

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244 West 72nd Street

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428 W 46TH ST

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102 W 79th Street

The Laney

360 West 53rd Street

355 W 51ST ST

330 W 55th St

601 10TH AVE

The Brixford

42 West 72nd Street
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West Side, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side Studio Apartments | $4,186 | $2,695 | $8,220 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,600 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,429 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,204 | $5,495 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,346 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $11,180 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 53 W 72nd St priced from $2,725. 419-421 W 50th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 W 72nd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,725 |
| 419-421 W 50th St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| 726 Tenth Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
| Symphony House | Symphony House Residence – R (Alcove Studio) | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
| 69 W 55th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,100 |
| RiverTrace at Port Imperial | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $3,266 |
| 141 E 56th St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $3,395 |
| 420 W 42nd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, NY
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $6.36 price per square foot 442 W 44th St Model at 442 W 44th St in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $7,000. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the Jr 4 / 1 Bathroom Model at 535 W 43rd Street starting at $6,750 with a $7.03 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 442 W 44th St | 442 W 44th St | 3BR,2BA | $6.36 |
| 535 W 43rd Street | Jr 4 / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.03 |
| RiverTrace at Port Imperial | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| 53 W 72nd St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $7.14 |
| The Ellington | MZA02 - Residence 3-16J | 1BR,1BA | $7.53 |
| Symphony House | Symphony House Residence – R (Alcove Studio) | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| 350 W 46th St | 350 W 46th St | Studio ,1BA | $7.00 |
| 419-421 W 50th St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $6.05 |
| 726 Tenth Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Side is at 53 W 72nd St listed at $2,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment is $2,995 at 419-421 W 50th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Side is starting from $3,995 at 419-421 W 50th St.
What is the most affordable West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 419-421 W 50th St and starts from $5,495.
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