Cheap Apartments for Rent in Staten Island, NY from $800 (76 Rentals)

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551 Bay St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

551 Bay St

551 Bay StStaten Island, NY 10304
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Willowbrook Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willowbrook Apartments

360 W Willow RdStaten Island, NY 10314
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800 Victory Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

800 Victory Blvd

800 Victory BlvdStaten Island, NY 10301
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Seaview Estates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seaview Estates

201 Hamilton AveStaten Island, NY 10301
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Tysens Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tysens Park Apartments

30 Ebbitts StStaten Island, NY 10306
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Silver Lake Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Silver Lake Apartments

961 Victory BlvdStaten Island, NY 10301
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Parkview House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview House

700 Victory BlvdStaten Island, NY 10301
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Park Lane at Sea View
2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane at Sea View

460N Brielle AveStaten Island, NY 10314
Senior Living
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388 RICHMOND TER
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

388 RICHMOND TER

388 Richmond TerStaten Island, NY 10301
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Grymes Hill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grymes Hill Apartments

42 Arlo RdStaten Island, NY 10301
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Reservoir Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Reservoir Apartments

610 Victory BlvdStaten Island, NY 10301
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585 N Railroad Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

585 N Railroad Ave

585 N Railroad AveStaten Island, NY 10304
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1000 Targee St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1000 Targee St

1000 Targee StStaten Island, NY 10304
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60 Hamilton Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

60 Hamilton Ave

60 Hamilton AveStaten Island, NY 10301
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New York's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Staten Island, NY

Pricing Updated: 06/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Staten Island, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Staten Island Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Princes Bay$2,400$1,6952
Oakwood$3,200$2,2953
Tottenville$3,379$890107

Cheapest Available Staten Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Staten Island, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Senior Horizon in the Bergen Point neighborhood priced from $1,205. Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,229. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Staten Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Senior Horizon2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,205
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Market LivingStudio - RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,525
4 Pleasant Plains AvePP1BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Staten Island, NY

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Staten Island area is the $1.60 price per square foot 434 S 5th St Model at 434 S 5th St, Unit 434 S 5th St in the in the Peterstown neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Staten Island apartment is the 285 Albourne Ave Model at 285 Albourne Ave starting at $2,400 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Tottenville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Staten Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
434 S 5th St, Unit 434 S 5th St434 S 5th St3BR,1.5BA$1.60
285 Albourne Ave285 Albourne Ave2BR,1.5BA$1.20
86 W 10th St, Unit floor 186 W 10th St5BR,3BA$2.06
682 Broadway, Unit 3R682 Broadway2BR,1BA$2.00
682 Broadway, Unit 3682 Broadway3BR,1BA$2.00
468 4th Ave, Unit Third Floor468 4th Ave1BR,1BA$1.80
Markham Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
147 Inslee Pl, Unit 3R147 Inslee Pl2BR,1BA$2.09
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
Senior Horizon2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.85

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Staten Island Overview

Ah, Staten Island, one of the most blue collar and proud destinations in all of the New York boroughs. The southernmost tip of not only the Big Apple but also the entire Empire State, the aptly named locale is a fantastic place to call home, flush with job opportunities, exciting nightlife and some of the most colorful residents you are apt to meet in all of New York.

Why live in Staten Island, NY?

Considerably more affordable than outlying New York city boroughs like Manhattan or Brooklyn, Staten Island offers an easy charm all its own. Ideal for families, this blue collar hot spot is a consistently growing hot spot for industry jobs, and the natural scenery of the beaches and seafood eateries don't hurt much either. A large number of public parks and recreation area also contribute to making Staten Island a favorite.

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Getting Around Staten Island, NY

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

63 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Staten Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Staten Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Staten Island is at Market Living listed at $1,525.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Staten Island Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Staten Island Apartment is $1,229 at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Staten Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Staten Island is starting from $1,025 at Markham Gardens.

What is the most affordable Staten Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Staten Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbortown Terrace and starts from $3,050.

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