
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New York, NY Under $1,200 (75 Rentals)


34 Hillside Ave

Harlem Place 1

Douglass Park

St Nicholas Park Apartments

Sendero Verde - Affordable

The Carolina

Lenox Terrace

216 E 83rd St

Bayshore Village (62+)
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Kings Plaza

Portside II

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855 E 55th St, Unit Shared Apartment For Rent

29 Buffalo Ave

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455 Jerome St, Unit #2B

17 Britton St

BROOKHAVEN AVENUE - ROOM RENTAL, Unit ROOM 1

524 Timpson Pl, Unit #5a studio

109 Vassar Ave, Unit PRIVATE Room ONLY Shared
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248 Lawrence Ave

301 Wyona St

347 E 53rd St

839 Lenox Rd

Ventnor Flatz

595 Elizabeth Ave

47 Watson Ave

The Abbington

960 Sheridan Ave

Resurrection House
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Astoria Senior Citizen Residence 62+

305 Osborne Ter

218-220 Duncan Ave

Portside Commons Westport Homes

Markham Gardens

100 Beacon Ave

129 Chancellor Ave

Heritage Village at Rosegate, 55+ Community

The Willows at Salem Lafayette

574 Bergen Ave
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53 Cooper Pl

85 Kearney Ave

54 Throop Ave

40-50 Locust Hill Ave

305 Fairmount Ave

Fountain Seaview B2

300 E Westfield Ave

759 Avenue A

1500 Bergenline Ave

Clinton House
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New York?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Studio Apartments | $3,317 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,655 | $250 | $10,000+ |
| New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,420 | $1,209 | $10,000+ |
| New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,890 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,511 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,810 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,716 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| New York 7 Bedroom Apartments | $5,587 | $3,750 | $9,013 |
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Virginia • 4+ years in New York
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 1 Bedroom New York Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in New York with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in New York is at Markham Gardens listed at $848.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom New York Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in New York is $3,655.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom New York Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in New York is a 1,400 square feet unit starting from $3,595 at Trolley Lofts.
What is the average size for New York 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in New York is currently 797 sq ft.
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