
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, NY Under $1,500 (72 Rentals)


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101 Post Ave, Unit 5B

354 Butler St, Unit Room

Linwood Park

Common Hamilton (Furnished Rooms)

960 Sheridan Ave

7700 Kennedy Blvd W.
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3343 Sedgwick Ave

34 Hillside Ave

Astoria Senior Citizen Residence 62+

Harlem Place 1

53 Cooper Pl

54 Throop Ave

1500 Bergenline Ave

2301 Creston Avenue

Ponce De Leon

3422 Knox Pl
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630 Concord Ave

4409 Palisade Ave

200-206 Marcy Place

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157-159 Vermilyea Ave

1340 Merriam Avenue

330-346 E 188th St

156 Sherman Ave

6402 Dewey

Horizon Heights
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214 East 163 Street

65 E 175TH ST

Belmont Townhouses

160 East 107

524 W 169th St

Crossroads Plaza: Phase II

JULIANNE EQUITIES, LLC

2714 Bainbridge Ave

266-68-270-72 Nagle Ave

2500 WEBB AVENUE
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3410 Kingsbridge Ave

James Lenox House- 55 and Over- NYC Residents

378 3rd St

RIVERVIEW TOWER

153-175 Father Zeiser Pl

2200 Tiebout Ave

2435-2447 Walton Ave

418 East 81st Street

1726 Davidson Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manhattan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan Studio Apartments | $4,031 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,787 | $250 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,989 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,097 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,118 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,138 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Manhattan Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Manhattan with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Manhattan is at 525 - Golden Crest 525 60th Street, LLC listed at $1,800.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Manhattan Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Manhattan is $4,787.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Manhattan Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Manhattan is a 1,300 square feet unit starting from $1,900 at FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/Intern.
What is the average size for Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Manhattan is currently 753 sq ft.
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