
Top Rated 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New York, NY (478 Rentals)


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420 E 54th St, Unit SI FL21-ID1207

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160 W 24th St, Unit SI FL3-ID1652

The River Arts

116-118 W 112th St

The Collection

178 Clinton Street

Riverwalk Point
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The Sessanta

8 W 87th St

512 W 168th St

Ray Harlem

156 37th St

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The Morgan Lofts Condominiums

2 West 120th Street

555 Fort Washington Ave
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328 East 66th Street

700 W 178th Street

The Douglass

14 W 103rd St

Laurence Towers

176 East 3rd Street

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The Belmont

Normandie Court
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50 West 93rd Street

The Mason

West Side Marquis

236 West 10th St

298 Mulberry

The Octagon

Hudson Landing

Olympia House

Waterside

2 Gold St
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Silver Towers

Avalon Clinton

Aalto 57

The Aldyn

The Olivia

Henry Hall

The Stratford

1160 Fifth Avenue

The Ashley
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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 | $3,256 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,570 | $735 | $10,000+ |
| New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,378 | $1,209 | $10,000+ |
| New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,896 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,255 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,617 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,042 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| New York 7 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $3,750 | $3,750 |
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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 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 $4,378.
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 1,970 square feet unit starting from $2,770 at Parkwood Village.
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 1,218 sq ft.
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