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    1 bd $1,175
    2 bd $1,180+
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    3.5 (7)
    396 Willowbrooke Drive, Brockport, NY 14420
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials
    2 bd $1,195
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    4.5 (1)
    4055 Knoll Drive, Hamburg, NY 14075
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $1,163+
    2 bd $1,128+
    Base rent
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    Greystone Apartments

    4.0 (24)
    177 Greystone Lane #14, Brighton, NY 14618
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 1 bd $1,182+
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    Woodland Apartments

    4.5 (13)
    1833 W. Water St., Elmira, NY 14905
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $1,100
    Base rent
    5.0 (2)
    161 Victor Ln, Hamlin, NY 14464
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Air conditioner
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $1,175
    2 bd $1,180+
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    3.5 (7)
    396 Willowbrooke Drive, Brockport, NY 14420
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,100
    1 bd $1,200+
    Base rent
    4.5 (10)
    77 Clinton Street, New York Mills, NY 13417
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,200
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    The Knick

    4.0 (97)
    16 Sheridan Avenue, Albany, NY 12210
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 4 units available
    Studio $1,025+
    1 bd $1,125+
    Base rent
    923 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • 11 units available
    1 bd $1,090+
    Base rent
    101 Slate Creek Dr, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 14 units available
    1 bd $1,150+
    2 bd $1,175+
    Base rent
    103 Raintree Is, Tonawanda, NY 14150
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Studio $1,155+
    1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Clayton Arms Apartments

    4.0 (73)
    394 Clay Road, Rochester, NY 14623
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 1 bd $1,175
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Driftwood Village

    120 Locust Lane, Schoharie, NY 12157
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Hardwood Floors
  • 7 units available
    2 bd $1,175+
    Base rent
    103 Raintree Is, Tonawanda, NY 14150
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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    1 bd $1,160+
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    Cedar Park Apartments

    4.0 (4)
    2500 Lavin Court, Troy, NY 12180
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  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,105+
    Base rent
    12 Pondview, Painted Post, NY 14870
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  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,095+
    Base rent
    40 Hazelhurst Dr, Rochester, NY 14606
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Studio $940+
    1 bd $1,085+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Ellison Park Apartments

    4.0 (56)
    1 Bobrich Drive, Rochester, NY 14610
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 1 bd $1,175+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Browncroft Apartments

    4.0 (22)
    366 Browncroft Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14609
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Air conditioner
  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,085+
    1 bd $1,085+
    Base rent
    460 Village II Dr, Hilton, NY 14468
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,013+
    Base rent
    4.5 (1)
    220B Roosevelt Ave, Horseheads, NY 14845
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,170+
    Base rent
    457 State Route 146, Guilderland Center, NY 12085
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 2 bd $1,095+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Brody Townhomes

    4.0 (15)
    1-A Lakeview Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,115+
    Base rent
    4672 Dewey Ave Apt 2, Rochester, NY 14612
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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Prices and availability in New York were last updated on 4 Nov 2026.

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In New York 46% of the housing is rented out compared to 54% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 28% of New York's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 63% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 9% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in New York under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in New York under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In New York, where the average rent is $1,332 per month, there are 594 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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