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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 2 Beds unit found at 224 E 59th St in the Upper East Side neighborhood priced from $2,200. 1567 2nd Ave in the Upper East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roosevelt Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
224 E 59th StFurnished Room2BR,1BA$2,200
1567 2nd Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,800
Metro ViewModel 1A1BR,1BA$2,900
519 E 83rd StStudioStudio,1BA$2,900
Halletts Point10 HLP - 1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,973

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

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roosevelt Island area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2607 9th St Model at 2607 9th St, Unit Mahmuda Rahman in the in the Yorkville neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Roosevelt Island apartment is the 2607 9th St Model at 2607 9th St, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $4,500 with a $2.25 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.
2607 9th St, Unit Mahmuda Rahman2607 9th St3BR,2BA$2.14
2607 9th St, Unit 2nd Floor2607 9th St4BR,1.5BA$2.25
3104 31st Ave, Unit 33104 31st Ave3BR,2BA$3.43
2548 14th Pl, Unit 22548 14th Pl4BR,2BA$3.04
3707 36th Ave, Unit 33707 36th Ave2BR,1BA$3.00
3086 29th St, Unit 33086 29th St2BR,1BA$4.09
3434 10th St, Unit 23434 10th St1BR,1BA$3.79
3220 35th St, Unit 23220 35th St1BR,1BA$3.68
3212 23rd St, Unit 33212 23rd St1BR,1BA$3.68
1829 26th Ave, Unit 31829 26th Ave1BR,1BA$3.68

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Frequently Asked Questions about Roosevelt Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Roosevelt Island?

There are currently 9548 Apartments for Rent in Roosevelt Island, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,249 to $37,500. There are also 1558 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Roosevelt Island ranging from $1,225 to $100,000.

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 $1,225 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,285.

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 $1,300 to $35,540, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,625 to $100,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,225 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,249.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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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