Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Yonkers Neighborhood of Yonkers, NY from $1,000 (14 Rentals)

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40-50 Locust Hill Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

40-50 Locust Hill Ave

40-50 Locust Hill AveYonkers, NY 10701
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50 Riverdale Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

50 Riverdale Ave

50 Riverdale AveYonkers, NY 10701
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Riverview II Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview II Apartments

47-73 Riverdale AveYonkers, NY 10701
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UNO
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

UNO

44 Wells AveYonkers, NY 10701
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Dorado Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dorado Apartments

160 Warburton AveYonkers, NY 10701
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100 Riverdale Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

100 Riverdale Ave

100 Riverdale AveYonkers, NY 10701
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172 Warburton
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

172 Warburton

172 Warburton AveYonkers, NY 10701
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28-30 Locust Hill Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

28-30 Locust Hill Ave

28-30 Locust Hill AveYonkers, NY 10701
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Hudson Park South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hudson Park South

1 Van Der Donck StYonkers, NY 10701
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Cheapest Available Downtown Yonkers Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Yonkers area of Yonkers, NY is a Studio unit found at Hudson 44 priced from $2,100. Avalon Yonkers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,230. Here are the most affordable Downtown Yonkers apartments for rent in Yonkers, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hudson 44Studio E3Studio,1BA$2,100
Avalon YonkersSM04-mirrorStudio,1BA$2,230
66 Main StreetStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$2,250
Sawyer PlaceC_S2Studio,1BA$2,330
Alexander CrossingS1Studio,1BA$2,377

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Yonkers, NY

As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Yonkers area is the $3.19 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath | Loft Model at Trolley Lofts in the in the Getty Square neighborhood starting from $3,345. The second greatest value Downtown Yonkers apartment is the HPN AA2 Model at Hudson Park Community starting at $2,600 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Getty Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Yonkers apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Trolley Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath | Loft1BR,1BA$3.19
Hudson Park CommunityHPN AA21BR,1BA$3.67
Wheeler Block Lofts2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.43
Apex Hudson RiverfrontCedar1BR,1BA$4.30
66 Main StreetStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$3.87
Hudson 441br F6 Terrace1BR,1BA$4.88
Sawyer PlaceC_S2Studio ,1BA$4.57
Alexander CrossingS1Studio ,1BA$5.17

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Yonkers, Yonkers, NY

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

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New York and customized analysis for North New York City. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Yonkers Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Yonkers?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Yonkers is under $3,345.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Yonkers?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Yonkers is Sawyer Place which is listed at $2,204, while the average apartment in Downtown Yonkers costs $3,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Yonkers?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 20 regular apartments in Downtown Yonkers that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.