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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New York?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| New York Studio Apartments | $3,226 | $881 | $10,000+ |
| New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,470 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,215 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,565 | $1,397 | $10,000+ |
| New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,024 | $1,608 | $10,000+ |
| New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,484 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,410 | $4,200 | $9,450 |
| New York 7 Bedroom Apartments | $6,678 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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October 16, 2025Good vibes - but the stores could be better. Too many junk stores and nail salons. Not enough food stores - and the ones here are rather pricey. Not pet friendly - yet another service presented by the greedy landlords--rents are too high.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New York Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in New York?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in New York is under $1,039.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in New York?
The cheapest apartment in New York is Harlem Place 1 which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in New York costs $6,026.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in New York?
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 649 regular apartments in New York 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 New York?
Cheap apartments in New York have an average cost of $797 which is $5,229 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New York.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City
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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: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.