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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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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 (L4)4BR,2BA$1,595
116 Seaman AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750
EHS Hudson Yards CampusSingle Occupancy Room1BR,1BA$1,950
560 West 218th StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,038
545 W 125th StStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
3333 BroadwayStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,650
FOUND Study Brooklyn HeightsSingle - StudioStudio,1BA$2,650
312 E 51st Ststudio 11BR,1BA$2,750
581 W 161st St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan County, NY

As of August 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manhattan County area is the $2.67 price per square foot 240 E 112th St Model at 240 E 112th St, Unit 2 in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Manhattan County apartment is the Private room in 12B2B Suite Model at FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/Intern starting at $2,150 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron 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.
240 E 112th St, Unit 2240 E 112th St3BR,1.5BA$2.67
FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/InternPrivate room in 12B2B Suite1BR,1BA$1.65
329 E 116th St, Unit Apt1329 E 116th St3BR,1BA$4.00
Third at Bankside2M w/ Terrace2BR,2BA$3.99
Winston ChurchillJunior 41BR,1.5BA$3.24
21 Magaw Place1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.11
507 W 173rd St, Unit Great 2br Apt near train507 W 173rd St2BR,1BA$3.81
174 E 111th St, Unit East 111th174 E 111th St1BR,1BA$3.84
77 E 119th St, Unit East 119th77 E 119th St1BR,1BA$4.22
560 West 218th StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio ,1BA$3.58

Frequently Asked Questions about Manhattan County

What type of rentals are currently available in Manhattan County?

There are currently 19729 Apartments for Rent in Manhattan County, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $37,470. There are also 2306 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manhattan County ranging from $1,250 to $100,000.

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 $1,250 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,191.

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 $3,150 to $37,470, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,280 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,699.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.