Affordable buildings near the Z train in Manhattan
Find affordable buildings near the Z train in Manhattan—87+ eligible buildings across the borough that match an affordability screen. This page uses a market-relative approach: the building’s median asking rent is below the neighborhood median. Openigloo helps you narrow down faster with building signals and renter input. Check what other tenants said (including any concerns), review available apartments currently posted, and use open-data signals plus building-level notes to compare before you tour or apply.
Affordable buildings near the Z train in Manhattan
Showing 37–54 of 87 affordable buildings near the Z train in Manhattan.

188 Ludlow Street
Lower East Side

543 East 5 Street
East Village

280 East 2 Street
East Village

251 East 2 Street
East Village

377 Rector Place
Battery Park City

40 Clinton Street
Lower East Side
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150 Ludlow Street
Lower East Side

280 E Houston St
East Village

20 Prince Street
Nolita

376 Broadway
Tribeca
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179 Essex St
Lower East Side
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262 E 2 St
East Village

380 Rector Place
Battery Park City
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78 Ridge Street
Lower East Side

31 East 1 Street
East Village

210 Rivington Street
Lower East Side
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159 East Houston Street
Lower East Side

186 Norfolk Street
Lower East Side
What to check before choosing an affordable building near the Z train in Manhattan
- Filter applies to “affordable” only, not income-restricted, subsidized, NYCHA, HPD, or Section 8 housing. Still confirm the exact lease terms and rent for the specific unit.
- Near the Z train means you should verify the walking time and the exact nearest station for each building you shortlist.
- Before signing, ask about total monthly cost beyond the asking rent: broker fee rules (if any), security deposit, and what utilities are included vs. separate.
- Use building reviews and tenant Q&A to flag practical issues (noise, elevator reliability, package handling, maintenance response) that affect daily life.
- If you’re working with a short timeline, rely on “with available apartments” signals on each building page and confirm move-in dates directly with management.