
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, NY Under $5,000 (1,188 Rentals)


River Club Apartments

The Riverdale Tower

The Reserve at Estuary

Newport Rentals

The Hazel Jersey City
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The Hendrix

Parc West

The Grand

Grand Adams Apartments

Verdant Fort Greene

Riverbend at Port Imperial

Hudson Ridge Apartments
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Park + Garden

Atlas

The Reserve

Skylar Lofts
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Plaza 53

295J

Mariner's Landing Apartments

RiverTrace at Port Imperial
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55 Riverwalk Place

Hudson Lights

1000 Jefferson Street Apartments

535 Carlton Ave
New York's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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 |
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Manhattan Studio Apartments | $3,912 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,402 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,793 | $1,482 | $10,000+ |
Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,356 | $1,714 | $10,000+ |
Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,953 | $1,440 | $10,000+ |
Manhattan 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,280 | $1,510 | $10,000+ |
Manhattan 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,450 | $9,450 | $9,450 |
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Getting Around Manhattan, NY
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
83 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Cliffs On Hudson listed at $1,482.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Manhattan Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Manhattan is $5,793.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Manhattan Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Manhattan is a 1,690 square feet unit starting from $5,370 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 996 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Joshua Carlucci
New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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