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3215 Fairfield Ave, Unit 1LL

3360 Fort Independence St

Bright & Modern Living Space in a Prime NYC Location, Unit 6E

3411 Irwin Ave, Unit Shared Apartment

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Nice room in a good neighborhood, Unit 4B

Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Unit D

Nice room in a good neighborhood, Unit 2A

Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 3R
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61 Delmonico Pl, Unit 2A, Brooklyn

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit D

Nice room in a good neighborhood, Unit 3A

Nice room in a good neighborhood, Unit 2A

61 Delmonico Pl, Unit 2A, Brooklyn

Nice room in a good neighborhood, Unit 2A

Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 2

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Astoria, Unit C
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Nice room in a good neighborhood, Unit 4B

61 Delmonico Pl, Unit 2A, Brooklyn

Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit D

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/3 bath home in Fort Greene, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit C
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in West Harlem, Unit D

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit A

W 51ST ST., Unit BC

384 S 5th St, Unit 2

384 S 5th St, Unit 2

390 Lorimer St, Unit 2G

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit B

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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/3 bath home in Fort Greene, Unit D

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit 2B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Upper West Side

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Upper East Side, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit C

Furnished room/NOT APARTMENT, Unit 2D

Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home in West Harlem, Unit B
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Manhattan, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Manhattan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,358 | $1,560 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,227 | $1,410 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,795 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,473 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,603 | $1,610 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,668 | $1,500 | $1,830 |
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Cheapest Available Manhattan Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Manhattan, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 214 68th St in the Vista Pointe at Imperial Walk neighborhood priced from $1,200. The Reserve in the Uptown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manhattan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 214 68th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Reserve | Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (K4) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| 1106 - OM-1106 New York Avenue LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Harlem Lodge | Studio - W/Shared Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,638 |
| 7112 Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 509 - Golden Crest 509 47th Street, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 11th at West Hoboken | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, NY and Nearby
As of September 12, 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 26 Hudson Pl Model at 26 Hudson Pl, Unit 1st Floor starting at $2,800 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Union Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 472 Myrtle Ave, Unit RETAIL | 472 Myrtle Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 26 Hudson Pl, Unit 1st Floor | 26 Hudson Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 614 Gorge Rd, Unit Apt 2 | 614 Gorge Rd | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 3611 Waldo Ave, Unit Apt 1 | 3611 Waldo Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 433 74th St, Unit 1 | 433 74th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 365 Broadway | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 6th at West Hoboken | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 354 Butler St, Unit Room | 354 Butler St | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 7112 Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 16 John St, Unit John Street Apartments | 16 John St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Manhattan
What type of rentals are currently available in Manhattan?
There are currently 40649 Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $37,380. There are also 3569 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manhattan ranging from $1,050 to $48,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Manhattan?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manhattan ranges from $1,050 to $48,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,480.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Manhattan?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Manhattan range from $2,300 to $37,380, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,410 to $43,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,260 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,695.
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