2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New York, NY Under $1,500 (64 Rentals)

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Allendale Apartments
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Allendale Apartments

808 West End AveNew York, NY 10025
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Douglass Park
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Douglass Park

300 W 128th StNew York, NY 10027
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The Carolina
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The Carolina

1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029

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12 Agate Ct
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12 Agate Ct

12 Agate CtBrooklyn, NY 11213
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Ventnor Flatz
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Ventnor Flatz

1115 Dorchester RdBrooklyn, NY 11218
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191 Wegman Pkwy
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191 Wegman Pkwy

191 Wegman PkwyJersey City, NJ 07305
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595 Elizabeth Ave
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595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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209 E 165th St
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209 E 165th St

209 E 165th StBronx, NY 10456
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1 E Harriet Ave
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1 E Harriet Ave

1 E Harriet AvePalisades Park, NJ 07650
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47-19 44th St
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47-19 44th St

47-19 44th StFlushing, NY 11377
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7803 Hudson Ave
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7803 Hudson Ave

7803 Hudson AveNorth Bergen, NJ 07047
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OVM Affordable
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OVM Affordable

683-689 Ocean AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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80 Lexington Ave
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80 Lexington Ave

80 Lexington AveJersey City, NJ 07304

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31-33 High St
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31-33 High St

31-33 High StJersey City, NJ 07306
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129 Chancellor Ave
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129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Continental Gardens
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Continental Gardens

850 W Grand StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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53 Cooper Pl
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53 Cooper Pl

53 Cooper PlWeehawken, NJ 07086
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Oceanview Associates
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Oceanview Associates

146 Beach 24Th StFar Rockaway, NY 11691
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1500 Bergenline Ave
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1500 Bergenline Ave

1500 Bergenline AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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85 Kearney Ave
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85 Kearney Ave

85 Kearney AveJersey City, NJ 07305

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Lidgerwood Manor
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Lidgerwood Manor

514 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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22 Duncan Avenue
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22 Duncan Avenue

22 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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2435 Frisby Ave
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2435 Frisby Ave

2435 Frisby AveBronx, NY 10461
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402-404 Riverdale Ave
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402-404 Riverdale Ave

402-404 Riverdale AveYonkers, NY 10705
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730 NORTH AVENUE
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730 NORTH AVENUE

730 North AveNew Rochelle, NY 10801
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Manchester Arms
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Manchester Arms

330 Fort Lee RdLeonia, NJ 07605
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Clinton House
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Clinton House

1254-1262 Clinton PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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The Local NYC Expert's Guide to the Perfect Neighborhoods Near Top Employers

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Virginia • 4+ years in New York

October 16, 2025

Good 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 2 Bedroom New York Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in New York with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in New York is at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community listed at $1,480.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom New York Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in New York is $4,350.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom New York Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in New York is a 2,890 square feet unit starting from $5,200 at RIDGE POINT APARTMENTS.

What is the average size for New York 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in New York is currently 1,194 sq ft.

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Beyond the Bridges: Brooklyn, Queens, Jersey City, and the Other Smart Moves for NYC Renters

Written by: Joshua Carlucci

I'm Josh, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for New York City, and I live in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. I love it here.

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The Unofficial NYC Playbook: An Insider's Guide to Where to Eat, Roam, and Find Your Home in the City That Never Sleeps

Written by: Joshua Carlucci

Every block of New York City feels like a stage set for daily life.

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The Local NYC Expert's Guide to the Perfect Neighborhoods Near Top Employers

Written by: Joshua Carlucci

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

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC

Written by: Joshua Carlucci

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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.