
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New York, NY Under $5,000 (2,869 Rentals) Page 2 of 58


443 W 43rd St

West 160th Street, Unit 1D

Saint Nicholas Avenue, Unit 4B

haven avenue, Unit 4E

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474 9th Ave, Unit SI ID1514393P

First Avenue, Unit 4A

700 Fort Washington Ave, Unit 4F

330 E 100th St, Unit 6D

1590 Lexington Ave, Unit 11
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Bradhurst Avenue, Unit 4N

295 Convent Ave, Unit 23

230 E 32nd St, Unit 3A

243 E Broadway, Unit 3R

45 W 139th St, Unit 11M

15 W 139th St, Unit 3N

WEST 125 STREET, Unit 5

2100 2nd Ave, Unit 29

111 John St, Unit 22F

433 W 34th St., Unit 17
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428-430 West 47th Street-SI ID1021830P, Unit SI ID1021830P

Thayer Street, Unit C52

Bradhurst Avenue, Unit 3

328 E 4th St, Unit A

126 Pearl St, Unit 22R

West 127th Street, Unit 2B

126 Pearl St, Unit 18C

2 Maiden Ln, Unit 27C

475 9th Ave, Unit 18L

128 Water St, Unit 2401
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2 Maiden Ln, Unit 2906

West 147th Street, Unit 11

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428-430 West 47th Street-SI ID1021928P, Unit SI ID1021928P

15 Park Row, Unit 10U

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88 East End Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1752

130 Water St, Unit 1122

16 E 116th St, Unit 2B

55 Second Avenue, Unit 13

23 Waverly Pl, Unit 3X

383 Grand St, Unit 7k

50 Murray St, Unit 19-43

3 Hanover Square, Unit 6A

40 Hudson St, Unit 25-B

245 E 24th St, Unit 10J

130 E 63rd St, Unit 8D

West 150th Street, Unit 1A

70 Battery Pl, Unit 412

185 Park Row, Unit 4R

44 E 12th St, Unit 20D

221 E 23rd St, Unit 20
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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 | $3,318 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,678 | $250 | $10,000+ |
| New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,421 | $1,209 | $10,000+ |
| New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,769 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,568 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,462 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,959 | $950 | $7,500 |
| 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 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 Ventnor Flatz listed at $850.
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 $4,421.
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 1,784 square feet unit starting from $7,450 at Bryant Plaza.
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 1,122 sq ft.
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