Affordable buildings in NYC
This page features affordable buildings in NYC with at least 28+ options available. These buildings have median asking rents below their neighborhood's median. Affordable buildings are not income-restricted housing, and provide market-relative options for renters looking for cost-effective solutions. Openigloo empowers renters with reviews, open-data signals, and tenant Q&A to help you make informed decisions. You can explore each building's features, read about tenant experiences, and uncover valuable information regarding lease terms and conditions.
Affordable buildings in NYC
Showing 19–28 of 28 affordable buildings in NYC.
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408 East 58 Street
Sutton Place
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1500 Lexington Avenue
Carnegie Hill
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141 West 10 Street
West Village
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1160 5 Avenue
Carnegie Hill
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233 Schermerhorn Street
Downtown Brooklyn
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490 2 Avenue
Kips Bay
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60 Duffield Street
Downtown Brooklyn
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20-45 Seagirt Boulevard
Far Rockaway
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140 East 34 Street
Kips Bay
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68 North 8 Street
Williamsburg
What to check before for affordable buildings in NYC
- Expect median asking rents below the neighborhood median; this is not income-restricted housing.
- Review the total monthly cost, including broker fees, deposits, and utilities, as these can significantly impact affordability.
- Confirm lease terms and conditions carefully; buildings may have specific requirements or restrictions before signing.
- Check for the presence of market-relative affordable buildings that do not rely on housing-lottery programs or government subsidies.
- Research each building's history of tenant reviews and open-records data to gauge overall conditions.