Affordable buildings near the waterfront in Manhattan
Explore affordable buildings near the waterfront in Manhattan with 519+ options available. This page showcases budget-friendly choices for those looking to live close to the water. Openigloo helps you navigate the rental landscape with tenant reviews, open-data insights, and Q&A resources. Make informed decisions about your future home by utilizing the tools available to discover quality buildings within your budget.
Affordable buildings near the waterfront in Manhattan
Showing 37–54 of 519 affordable buildings near the waterfront in Manhattan.

405 East 63 Street
Lenox Hill

141 East 26 Street
Kips Bay
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160 East 27 Street
Kips Bay
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38 3 Avenue
East Village
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445 W 19 St
West Chelsea

510 East 23 Street
Stuyvesant Town/PCV
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199 Madison Avenue
Murray Hill

157 East 32 Street
Kips Bay
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535 West 52 Street
Hell's Kitchen

397 3 Avenue
Kips Bay

220 West 71 Street
All Upper West Side

449 West 56 Street
Hell's Kitchen
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146 5 Avenue
Flatiron

169 Allen Street
Lower East Side

74 West 68 Street
All Upper West Side

151 East 20 Street
Gramercy Park

305 East 24 Street
Kips Bay

77 Barrow Street
West Village
What to check before choosing an affordable building near the waterfront in Manhattan
- Expect market-relative affordable rents, meaning the median asking rent is below Manhattan's overall median.
- Always confirm the full monthly cost, including broker fees, utilities, and deposits, before signing a lease.
- Check pet policies and any applicable fees, breed/weight restrictions, or count limits if you plan to bring a pet.
- Review tenant feedback and building ratings on Openigloo to assess quality and satisfaction levels before moving in.
- Look into nearby amenities and access to public transportation to ensure convenient living arrangements.