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property at 325 79th St

$1,150

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325 79th St

North BergenNJ07047
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122 India St
$1,260 - $3,500
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1

122 India St

122 India StBrooklyn, NY 11222
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property at 9015 New York Ave

$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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9015 New York Ave

North BergenNJ07047

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The Carolina
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Carolina

1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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2 Jackson Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2 Jackson Park

28-02 Jackson AveLong Island City, NY 11101
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7803 Hudson Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7803 Hudson Ave

7803 Hudson AveNorth Bergen, NJ 07047
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Riverwalk Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Park

460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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34 Hillside Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

34 Hillside Ave

34-64 Hillside AveNew York, NY 10040
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L @ 31st Drive
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

L @ 31st Drive

2336 31st DrAstoria, NY 11106
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Harlem Place 1
1 Bedroom Apartments

Harlem Place 1

511 W 145th StNew York, NY 10031
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Ponce De Leon
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ponce De Leon

9209 Kennedy BlvdNorth Bergen, NJ 07047
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30-07 Astoria Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

30-07 Astoria Blvd

30-07 Astoria BlvdAstoria, NY 11102
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Lenox Terrace
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lenox Terrace

484 Lenox AveNew York, NY 10037
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53 Cooper Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

53 Cooper Pl

53 Cooper PlWeehawken, NJ 07086
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1630-1636 Park Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1630-1636 Park Ave

1630-1636 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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216 E 83rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

216 E 83rd St

216 E 83rd StNew York, NY 10028
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54 Throop Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

54 Throop Ave

54 Throop AveBrooklyn, NY 11206

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Palisades Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palisades Apartments

701 Palisade AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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147 E 30th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

147 E 30th St

147 E 30th StNew York, NY 10016
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Douglass Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Douglass Park

300 W 128th StNew York, NY 10027
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2300 Grand Concourse
Studio Apartments

2300 Grand Concourse

2300 Grand ConcourseBronx, NY 10458
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Allendale Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Allendale Apartments

808 West End AveNew York, NY 10025
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1500 Bergenline Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1500 Bergenline Ave

1500 Bergenline AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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407 E 88th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

407 E 88th St

407 E 88th StNew York, NY 10128
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Surrey Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Surrey Park Apartments

6425 BroadwayBronx, NY 10471
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2301 Creston Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

2301 Creston Avenue

2301 Creston AveBronx, NY 10468
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74 Realty LLC
2 Bedroom Apartments

74 Realty LLC

100 74th StNorth Bergen, NJ 07047
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960 Sheridan Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

960 Sheridan Ave

960 Sheridan AveBronx, NY 10456
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7700 Kennedy Blvd W.
1 Bedroom Apartments

7700 Kennedy Blvd W.

7700 Jf Kennedy BlvdNorth Bergen, NJ 07047
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Linwood Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Linwood Park

3081-3091 Edwin AveFort Lee, NJ 07024
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3422 Knox Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3422 Knox Pl

3422 Knox PlBronx, NY 10467
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630 Concord Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

630 Concord Ave

630 Concord AveBronx, NY 10455
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101-105 W 133rd St
Studio Apartments

101-105 W 133rd St

101-105 W 133rd StNew York, NY 10030
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Manhattan, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Manhattan Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Manhattan, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve in the Uptown neighborhood priced from $1,595. Hudson Crest - Cliffside Park in the Bergen County Waterfront neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manhattan apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ReserveFurnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (O3)4BR,2BA$1,595
Hudson Crest - Cliffside Park0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,600
525 - Golden Crest 525 60th Street, LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,700
4614 Park Ave Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,700
The ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
109 67th Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,700
St Georges CrescentStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
The Post on FortStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
116 Seaman AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, NY and Nearby

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manhattan area is the $1.00 price per square foot 472 Myrtle Ave Model at 472 Myrtle Ave, Unit RETAIL in the in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Manhattan apartment is the 3251 Riverdale Ave Model at 3251 Riverdale Ave, Unit 1 starting at $4,800 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Bergen County Waterfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
472 Myrtle Ave, Unit RETAIL472 Myrtle Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
3251 Riverdale Ave, Unit 13251 Riverdale Ave4BR,3BA$1.78
3611 Waldo Ave, Unit Apt 13611 Waldo Ave3BR,2BA$2.14
433 74th St, Unit 1433 74th St3BR,1BA$2.27
FOUND Study Chelsea- Student/InternPrivate room in 12B2B Suite1BR,1BA$1.65
250 GORGE Rd, Unit 7-H250 GORGE Rd2BR,2BA$2.34
6th at West Hoboken2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.75
20 63rd St20 63rd Apt 52BR,1BA$2.25
134 71st St, Unit 1134 71st St1BR,1BA$1.85
Ponciana1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.39

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Manhattan Overview

Has there ever been a more prominent location that the bright lights of Manhattan, New York? The old adage that if 'you can make it here you can make it anywhere' still holds true, and a world of opportunity and excitement awaits right on the doorstep of most Manhattan apartments. From the glitz of Broadway to the multitude of restaurants, museums and art galleries that line the famous streets, Manhattan is the gem of the Big Apple.

Why live in Manhattan, NY?

Thousands have been drawn to the glamour of New York City every year, and Manhattan practically personifies the Big Apple. Home to the New York Yankees as well as Madison Square Garden, this 'city within the city' is an epicenter of culture, as well as one of the largest job markets in the entire world.

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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 Hudson Crest - Cliffside Park listed at $1,600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manhattan Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manhattan Apartment is $1,700 at 525 - Golden Crest 525 60th Street, LLC.

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 $1,900 at 6th at West Hoboken.

What is the most affordable Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 812 - OM-812 New York Avenue LLC and starts from $2,700.

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