
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Manhattan, NY from $1,150 (398 Rentals)


214 68th St

3411 Irwin Ave, Unit Shared Apartment

122 India St, Unit 2B

261 14th St

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16 John St, Unit John Street Apartments

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354 Butler St, Unit Room

600.5 Grove St

Fort Washington

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404 Henry St, Unit 2
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647 Anderson Ave, Unit Fl. 3

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134 71st St, Unit 1

134 71st St

30 Fair St LLC

81 70th St

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150 6th St, Unit 3

2329 Hudson Terrace

245 LAWTON LLC

Park Avenue Skyline

1620 Palisade Ave
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322 Anderson Ave

6311 Dewey Ave

130 India St, Unit 3

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122 India St

The Park

3207 Oxford Ave, Unit 11

2339 Hudson Terrace

101 73rd St

234 Cliff St

The Post on Fort
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133 Anderson Ave, Unit 2F

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169 Fulton Ave, Unit 1 -first floor -private entrance

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706 73rd St, Unit 1

The Station Apartments

St Georges Crescent

EHS Hudson Yards Campus

509 St Pauls Ave

216 E 203rd St, Unit 6B

44 Monitor St

Riverside Terrace
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140 71st St

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783 Elton Ave, Unit 2

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262 Suydam Ave, Unit unit#2

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3661 Waldo Ave, Unit Waldo

281 Monmouth St

23 Marble Hill Ave

514 Monastery Pl

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1013 Bloomfield St, Unit 1

2661 Marion Ave, Unit 2

Whitlock Mills
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Manhattan, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manhattan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan Studio Apartments | $3,814 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,483 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,817 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,963 | $2,224 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,417 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,968 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 6 Bedroom Apartments | $10,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manhattan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Manhattan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Manhattan is at 214 68th St listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manhattan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manhattan Apartment is $1,200 at 214 68th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Manhattan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Manhattan is starting from $1,200 at 214 68th St.
What is the most affordable Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 214 68th St and starts from $1,200.
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