Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit C
961 Columbus Ave
New YorkNY10025
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1993 3rd Ave
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Room in Shared 6 bed/3 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit E
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in East Harlem, Unit B
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New YorkNY10029
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit C
169 Manhattan Ave
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New YorkNY10025
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354 Cathedral
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit D
354 Cathedral Pkwy
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in East Harlem, Unit C
23 E 109th St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in East Harlem, Unit A
23 E 109th St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in East Harlem, Unit A
23 E 109th St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home in East Harlem, Unit B
23 E 109th St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home in East Harlem, Unit B
23 E 109th St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home in East Harlem, Unit B
23 E 109th St
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Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home in East Harlem, Unit B
23 E 109th St
New YorkNY10029
Welcoming ROOM at The Parkside House, Unit 1
15 W 110th St
New YorkNY10026
Modern ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 2
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
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1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
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Tranquil ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 2
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
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1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Absolutely ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 3
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New YorkNY10029
Modern ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 1
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Absolutely ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 1
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Tranquil ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 1
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
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1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home in East Harlem, Unit A
23 E 109th St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Upper East Side, Unit C
1521 York Ave
New YorkNY10028
Enchanting ROOM at The Lexington House, Unit 1
118 E 102nd St
New YorkNY10029
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Contemporary ROOM at The Lexington House, Unit 1
118 E 102nd St
New YorkNY10029
Contemporary ROOM at The Lexington House, Unit 1
118 E 102nd St
New YorkNY10029
Amazing ROOM at The Lexington House, Unit 1
118 E 102nd St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home in East Harlem, Unit B
23 E 109th St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Upper East Side, Unit B
509 E 87th St
New YorkNY10128
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Upper East Side, Unit A
509 E 87th St
New YorkNY10128
Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Upper East Side, Unit B
1523 York Ave
New YorkNY10028
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Upper East Side, Unit A
509 E 87th St
New YorkNY10128
Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home in East Harlem, Unit A
23 E 109th St
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1521 York Ave
New YorkNY10028
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Adorable ROOM at The Lexington House, Unit 2
118 E 102nd St
New YorkNY10029
Room in Shared 6 bed/3 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit C
15 W 107th St
New YorkNY10025
Tranquil ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 5
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Vibrant ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 1
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Harmonious ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 2
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Modern ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 4
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Modern ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 1
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Exquisite ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 4
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Spacious ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 1
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
Spacious ROOM at The Heritage House, Unit 5
1660 Madison Ave
New YorkNY10029
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Upper East Side, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper East Side Studio Apartments | $4,250 | $1,450 | $7,951 |
| Upper East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,719 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
| Upper East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,336 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Upper East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,474 | $3,150 | $10,000+ |
| Upper East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,746 | $5,995 | $10,000+ |
| Upper East Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,995 | $6,995 | $6,995 |
| Upper East Side 6 Bedroom Apartments | $10,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Upper East Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper East Side area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at The Aspen priced from $2,900. 337 East 90th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,900. Here are the most affordable Upper East Side apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aspen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,900 |
| 337 East 90th Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,900 |
| 518 East 83rd Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| 1567 2nd Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $3,100 |
| 252-254 E 74th St | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $3,550 |
| 792 Columbus Avenue | Jr 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper East Side, NY
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper East Side area is the $5.07 price per square foot 401 E 57th St Model at 401 E 57th St in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $5,100. The second greatest value Upper East Side apartment is the 2/2 Model at 518 East 83rd Street starting at $7,200 with a $7.20 price per square foot in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 401 E 57th St | 401 E 57th St | 2BR,1BA | $5.07 |
| 518 East 83rd Street | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $7.20 |
| 420 E 64th St, Unit Royal York | 420 E 64th St | 1BR,1BA | $5.63 |
| 115 E 81st St, Unit 3F | 115 E 81st St | 1BR,1BA | $5.50 |
| 205 E 110th St | 1BR / 1BA + den | 1BR,1BA | $5.96 |
| 347 East 85th Street | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $7.46 |
| The Octagon | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $6.93 |
| Manhattan Park | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.23 |
| The Aspen | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.42 |
| 252-254 E 74th St | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $7.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Upper East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper East Side is under $3,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper East Side?
The cheapest apartment in Upper East Side is 518 East 83rd Street which is listed at $2,900, while the average apartment in Upper East Side costs $5,640.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper East Side?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Upper East Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Upper East Side?
Cheap apartments in Upper East Side have an average cost of $152 which is $5,488 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper East Side.
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