What is the average apartment size in Yonkers?

The average size for a Yonkers, NY apartment is 801 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Yonkers?

As of Sep / 2026, the average rent in Yonkers is $2,593 per month, a 2.25% decrease from last years average of $2,653.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Yonkers?

In Yonkers, studios rent for $2,253 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,288 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $3,023 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $3,234 per month

What is the average apartment size in Yonkers?

The typical apartment in Yonkers offers about 801 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Yonkers?

Studio apartments in Yonkers average 519 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 674 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,002 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,135 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Yonkers?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Yonkers include Radford ($1,749/month), Wakefield Park ($1,832/month), and Kimball ($1,892/month), all below the citywide average of $2,593.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Yonkers?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Yonkers are Lamartine Heights ($2,324/month), Getty Square ($2,668/month), and Nepera Park ($4,117/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Yonkers, NY Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Yonkers?

The typical rent budget in Yonkers ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 30% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Yonkers?

In Yonkers, 54% of households rent while 46% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 30, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Yonkers is $2,593, a 2.25% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,653.

Studio Apartments at $2,253 offer the most budget-friendly option with 519 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 674 square feet for $2,288, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $3,023 offer 1,002 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,135 sq ft) for $3,234, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Yonkers, NY

Last updated: October 30, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,593	801 sq. ft.
Studio	$2,253	519 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,288	674 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$3,023	1,002 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$3,234	1,135 sq. ft.

Yonkers, NY rent trends

Rental prices in Yonkers, NY have decreased by 2.25% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,653 to $2,593.

What's the typical rent budget in Yonkers, NY?

The largest share of rentals in Yonkers, NY (30%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Yonkers, NY?

43,908 or 54% of the households in Yonkers, NY are renter-occupied while 37,737 or 46% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Yonkers?

Radford $1,749/month

Wakefield Park $1,832/month

Kimball $1,892/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,593/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Yonkers?

Lamartine Heights $2,324/month

Getty Square $2,668/month

Nepera Park $4,117/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Yonkers, NY By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Nepera Park	$4,117
Getty Square	$2,668
Lamartine Heights	$2,324
Ludlow Park	$1,896
Kimball	$1,892
Wakefield Park	$1,832
Radford	$1,749

Yonkers | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Getty Square is 41% higher than in Kimball

$2,668

Getty Square rent is 3% higher than Yonkers average

Average Rent $2,668

$1,892

Kimball rent is 27% lower than Yonkers average

Average Rent $1,892

How Yonkers Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Yonkers	$2,593
New York City	$5,250
Manhattan	$5,795
Brooklyn	$4,231
Hudson Valley	$2,643
Queens	$3,697
Buffalo	$1,460
Albany	$1,762
Rochester	$1,553
Syracuse	$1,717
Ithaca	$2,263
White Plains	$3,513
Hackensack, NJ	$2,612
Englewood, NJ	$2,956
New Rochelle	$2,890
Mount Vernon, NY	$2,167
Elmsford, NY	$3,391
Dobbs Ferry, NY	$2,531
Tarrytown, NY	$3,182
Hartsdale, NY	$2,668

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Yonkers apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.