Cheap Homes for Rent in Manhattan County, NY from $1,200 (430 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Manhattan County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Manhattan County, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve in the Uptown neighborhood priced from $1,595. 116 Seaman Avenue in the Kingsbridge Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manhattan County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ReserveFurnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (O4)4BR,2BA$1,595
116 Seaman AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750
EHS Hudson Yards CampusSingle Occupancy Room1BR,1BA$1,950
676 Riverside DriveStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,200
154 East 37th StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,450
3333 BroadwayStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,650
FOUND Study Brooklyn HeightsSingle - StudioStudio,1BA$2,650
53 W 72nd StStudioStudio,1BA$2,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan County, NY

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manhattan County area is the $3.13 price per square foot 231 E 110th St Model at 231 E 110th St, Unit 1 in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $6,250. The second greatest value Manhattan County apartment is the Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (F4) Model at The Reserve starting at $2,080 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manhattan County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
231 E 110th St, Unit 1231 E 110th St4BR,2BA$3.13
The ReserveFurnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (F4)4BR,2BA$1.92
560 West 218th Street1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.80
615 Fort Washington Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.20
FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/InternShared Double Room in 3B2B3BR,1BA$2.44
30 Dongan Place2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.65
Winston ChurchillJunior 41BR,1.5BA$3.70
Estela PropertiesGrand 11BR,1BA$4.17
Cedar ArmsApartment 05H1BR,1BA$2.60
138 W 132nd St, Unit Garden138 W 132nd St1BR,1BA$3.75

Frequently Asked Questions about Manhattan County

What type of rentals are currently available in Manhattan County?

There are currently 19782 Apartments for Rent in Manhattan County, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $37,680. There are also 2585 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manhattan County ranging from $1,200 to $57,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Manhattan County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manhattan County ranges from $1,200 to $57,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,264.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Manhattan County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Manhattan County range from $3,353 to $37,680, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,375 to $32,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,883.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.