
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New York, NY Under $3,500 (2,733 Rentals)


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581 W 161st St

419-421 W 50th St

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3333 Broadway

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2150 5th Ave, Unit 1

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130 W 132nd St, Unit Garden Level

138 W 132nd St, Unit Garden - Free Month
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258 10th Ave, Unit 10TH AVE

19 Cumming St, Unit 1L

3333 Broadway, Unit D22D

29 Orchard St, Unit 5D

19 Eldridge St, Unit 13

664 W 163rd St, Unit 8

615 Fort Washington Ave, Unit 5A

Edgecombe Avenue, Unit 3B

101 Audubon Ave, Unit 23

585 W 204th St, Unit 3G
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635 2nd Ave, Unit 4R

Central Park West, Unit 5B

42 Mulberry St, Unit D

20 William St, Unit 2403

128 Water St, Unit 1909

128 Water St, Unit 1419

2 Maiden Ln, Unit 1510

Edgecombe Avenue, Unit 2D

W 56th St, Unit 4B

401 E 34th St, Unit S14X
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383 Grand St, Unit 404

245 E 24th St, Unit 10F

Edgecombe Avenue, Unit 5K

90 Rector St, Unit 3Q

176 Broadway, Unit 11l

475 9th Ave, Unit 7M

1 Wall St, Unit 4-33

409 Edgecombe Ave, Unit 10-16

210 E Broadway, Unit H1703

500 Grand St, Unit 1BGD
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5055 Broadway, Unit 212

20 Wall St, Unit 1808

77 Fulton St, Unit 5E

45 Tiemann Pl, Unit 3R

229 W 16th St, Unit 2D

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224 E 95th St, Unit SI ID1058699P

3 W 103rd St, Unit 1FW

736 Riverside Dr, Unit 1DD

8 Liberty Pl, Unit 13

340 E 58th St, Unit 2B
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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 | $3,325 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,693 | $250 | $10,000+ |
| New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,431 | $1,209 | $10,000+ |
| New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,917 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,686 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,023 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,136 | $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 $3,693.
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 1,331 square feet unit starting from $5,535 at Radio Lofts at Hudson House.
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 773 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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New York City is more than just a destination—it’s a way of life, especially for students eager to dive into a melting pot of cultures, endless activities, and academic prestige.

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New York has a funny way of making your commute part of your identity.

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