
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent near Manhattan, NY from $1,495 (206 Rentals) Page 3 of 5


658-666 West 188th

515 W 169th St

Dartmouth Apartments

Dor L'Dor Properties

527 E 78th

333-335 E 89th St

Newport Rental Towers

357 East 87th Street

329 W 14th St
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137 W 137th St

213 Bennett Avenue

Gantry Park Landing

627 W 142nd St

The Tempo Apartments

409 East 81st Street

322 East 74th Street

155 E 30th St

342 East 55th Street

221-227 Wadsworth Ave
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513 East 82nd Street

414 E 77th St

The Stables at Van Cortlandt

414 East 88th Street

244 East 78th Street

1470 First Ave

225 East 85th Street- 1 Month Free

Cumberland Apartments

25 Tudor City Place

The Madison
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The Manor

132 East 96th Street

314 E 6th St

106 W 13th St

417-421 W 120th St

43-08 40th Street

22-77 Steinway St

New Whitehall Apartments

244 West 72nd Street

Post Towers
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Sheridan Plaza

Southgate Apartments III

35-16 34th Street

12-15 Broadway

The Bedford

531 E 187th St

207-213 E 89th St

1043-1045 Lexington Ave

75 Pineapple St

211 East 5th Street
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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 | $3,917 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,563 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,818 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,188 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,941 | $1,695 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,678 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 6 Bedroom Apartments | $11,183 | $7,750 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 7 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,765 | $1,765 |
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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 Harlem Lodge listed at $1,638.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manhattan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manhattan Apartment is $1,638 at Harlem Lodge.
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 $1,638 at Harlem Lodge.
What is the most affordable Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harlem Lodge and starts from $1,638.
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