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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Roosevelt Island, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Roosevelt Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Roosevelt Island, NY is a Studio unit found at 249 E 53rd St in the Midtown neighborhood priced from $2,150. 1370-1374 York Ave in the Upper East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roosevelt Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
249 E 53rd StSTU/1BAStudio,1BA$2,150
1370-1374 York Ave2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2,650
Metro ViewModel 1A1BR,1BA$2,750
312 E 51st Ststudio 11BR,1BA$2,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY and Nearby

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $3.53 price per square foot 3104 31st Ave Model at 3104 31st Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Ditmars Steinway neighborhood starting from $5,650. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the 3212 23rd St Model at 3212 23rd St, Unit 2 starting at $2,995 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Yorkville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roosevelt Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3104 31st Ave, Unit 33104 31st Ave3BR,2BA$3.53
3212 23rd St, Unit 23212 23rd St2BR,1BA$3.00
1370-1374 York Ave2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.31
3220 35th St, Unit 23220 35th St1BR,1BA$3.39
3434 10th St, Unit 23434 10th St1BR,1BA$3.57
1829 26th Ave, Unit 31829 26th Ave1BR,1BA$3.39
3156 31st St, Unit 23156 31st St1BR,1BA$3.82
3707 36th Ave, Unit 23707 36th Ave1BR,1BA$3.50
Metro ViewModel 1A1BR,1BA$4.40
2545 32nd St, Unit 12545 32nd StStudio ,1BA$3.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Roosevelt Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Roosevelt Island?

There are currently 9794 Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $100,000. There are also 805 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Roosevelt Island ranging from $1,800 to $50,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Roosevelt Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Roosevelt Island ranges from $1,800 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,594.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Roosevelt Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Roosevelt Island range from $1,200 to $100,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,375.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.