
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,400 (35 Rentals)
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444 W 49th St

444 W 49th St

1600 Broadway

305 W 45th St

35 West 65th Street

63 West

33-11 69th street
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365 W 52nd St

328 W 44TH ST

544-548 W 50th St

330 WEST 45TH STREET

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146-148 W 68th St

Clinton Parkview

357 West 53rd St
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428 W 46TH ST

AMSTRDM

102 W 79th Street

360 West 53rd Street

355 W 51ST ST

330 W 55th St

601 10TH AVE

The Brixford
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42 West 72nd Street

102 West 80th Street

256 West 73rd Street

428 West 48th Street

19 W 69th St

440 W 47th St

South Pierre

57 West 85th Street
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The Coronet Condominium

15 w 64th St

EASTWIND EQUITIES, LLC
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side Studio Apartments | $4,266 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,127 | $2,362 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,450 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,089 | $5,100 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,848 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
| West Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,645 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Side Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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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 305 W 45th St priced from $2,550. 53 W 72nd St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,625. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 305 W 45th St | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
| 53 W 72nd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,625 |
| RiverTrace at Port Imperial | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $2,851 |
| 419-421 W 50th St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| 726 Tenth Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
| The Ellington | MZS01- Residence 4A, 6-10A | 3B, 6B, 8-10B | Studio,1BA | $3,484 |
| Avalon Clinton | 398 | Studio,1BA | $3,505 |
| Avalon Midtown West | S1-428-Classic | Studio,1BA | $3,610 |
| Carnegie Mews | MXS02 - B03-20 | Studio,1BA | $3,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, NY
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $5.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at The Biltmore in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $7,519. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at 525 West 52nd starting at $5,446 with a $5.73 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Biltmore | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $5.94 |
| 525 West 52nd | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.73 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| VIA 57 WEST | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.07 |
| 350 W 46th St, Unit 5A | 350 W 46th St | 2BR,1BA | $5.60 |
| 315 W 48th St, Unit 9F | 315 W 48th St | 1BR,1BA | $6.43 |
| 449 W 50th St, Unit 2B | 449 W 50th St | 2BR,1BA | $5.50 |
| RiverTrace at Port Imperial | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $5.75 |
| 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 305 W 45th St listed at $2,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment is $2,895 at RiverTrace at Port Imperial.
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 $3,895 at 502-504 Amsterdam Avenue.
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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