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West Side, New York, NY Local Guide

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. RiverTrace at Port Imperial has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,850. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
305 W 45th StSTUDIOStudio,1BA$2,550
RiverTrace at Port ImperialA71BR,1BA$2,850
419-421 W 50th StStudio1BR,1BA$2,995
726 Tenth AveStudioStudio,1BA$2,995
The HelenaStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,147

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, NY

As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $4.33 price per square foot 448 W 44th St Model at 448 W 44th St, Unit 4 in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $6,495. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the B2 Model at RiverTrace at Port Imperial starting at $4,636 with a $4.35 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
448 W 44th St, Unit 4448 W 44th St3BR,2BA$4.33
RiverTrace at Port ImperialB22BR,2BA$4.35
576 9th AveFlex 21BR,1BA$4.99
350 W 46th St, Unit 5A350 W 46th St2BR,1BA$5.60
308 W 48th St, Unit 3308 W 48th St2BR,1BA$6.16
315 W 48th St, Unit 9F315 W 48th St1BR,1BA$6.43
449 W 50th St, Unit 2B449 W 50th St2BR,1BA$5.50
Symphony HouseSymphony House Residence – F1BR,1BA$6.36
419-421 W 50th StStudio1BR,1BA$6.05
726 Tenth AveStudioStudio ,1BA$6.18

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC

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West Side, New York, NY

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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Side

What type of rentals are currently available in West Side?

There are currently 2873 Apartments for Rent in West Side, NY with pricing that ranges from $2,350 to $36,000. There are also 435 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Side ranging from $1,510 to $77,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Side ranges from $1,510 to $77,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,610.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Side range from $5,100 to $17,655, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,760 to $77,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,730 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,995.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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