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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 (M3)4BR,2BA$1,595
116 Seaman AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750
121 Bennett Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,067
EHS Hudson Yards CampusSingle Occupancy RoomStudio,1BA$2,175
1395 Lexington AveDouble OccupancyStudio,$2,400
154 East 37th StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,450
664 West 163rd Street1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,600
53 W 72nd StStudioStudio,1BA$2,625
3333 BroadwayStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan County, NY

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manhattan County area is the $2.64 price per square foot 140 W 123rd St Model at 140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 2 in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Manhattan County apartment is the 1 BR, 1 Bath Model at 560 West 218th Street starting at $2,795 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the Fordham 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.
140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 2140 W 123rd St1BR,1BA$2.64
560 West 218th Street1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.80
32 East 7th Street32 EAST 7TH STREET - 2 BR / 1 BATH / GARDEN2BR,1BA$3.61
FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/InternShared Double Room in 3B2B3BR,1BA$2.44
Estela PropertiesLuxe 11BR,1BA$3.87
Winston ChurchillJunior 41BR,1.5BA$3.70
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
121 Bennett Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.95
664 West 163rd Street1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.00

Frequently Asked Questions about Manhattan County

What type of rentals are currently available in Manhattan County?

There are currently 19831 Apartments for Rent in Manhattan County, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,606 to $38,720. There are also 3102 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manhattan County ranging from $1,200 to $57,000.

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 $1,200 to $57,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,109.

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 $3,400 to $38,720, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $57,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,606.

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.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.