
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Manhattan, NY Under $2,000 (91 Rentals)


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Fort Washington

595 67th St

6100 Broadway

1208 50th St

2033 Bergenline Ave

406 Communipaw Ave

236 E 118th St

Linwood Park
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209 E 165th St

2695 Briggs Avenue

57 W 127th St

FAM Pleasant Realty

2710 Morris Ave

529 54th St

167 St. Nicholas

368 East 155 LLC

131 Fort George Avenue

7803 Hudson Ave
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Crossroads Plaza: Phase II

The Willows at Park Pointe

53 Cooper Pl

1500 Bergenline Ave

1220 Grand Concourse

1250 Grand Concourse

1372 Nelson Avenue

501 W 168th St

579-585 W 204th St

Horizon Heights
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The Liberty

Liberty Place at Fort Lee

Allendale Apartments

403-405 W 205th St

463 W 159th St

2705 Morris Ave

650 Palisade Ave

321 Wadsworth Ave

6402 Dewey

Cliffs On Hudson
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501 W 173rd St

559-561 W 183rd St

1630-1636 Park Ave

2714 Bainbridge Ave

46 Wadsworth Ter

605 West 177th Street

31-14 28th Ave

2120 Tiebout Ave

248 sherman Ave

28 Macombs Place
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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 | $3,803 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,467 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,780 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,918 | $1,540 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,345 | $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 2 Bedroom Manhattan Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Manhattan with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Manhattan is at 6th at West Hoboken listed at $1,900.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Manhattan Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Manhattan is $5,780.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Manhattan Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Manhattan is a 1,871 square feet unit starting from $5,646 at Windsor at Mariners.
What is the average size for Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Manhattan is currently 1,024 sq ft.
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