Apartments for Rent by Owner in New York, NY (168 Rentals)

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120 E 17th St
$4,695 - $9,400
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120 E 17th St

120 E 17th StNew York, NY 10003
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449 W 50th St
$5,200 - $7,550
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$5,200 - $7,550
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

449 W 50th St

449 W 50th StNew York, NY 10019
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218 E 50th St
$3,995 - $4,495
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$3,995 - $4,495
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

218 E 50th St

218 E 50th StNew York, NY 10022
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245 E 48th St, Unit 2A
$4,750
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$4,750
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$4,750
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245 E 48th St, Unit 2A

245 E 48th StNew York, NY 10017
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141 E 37th St
$4,800 - $9,995
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$4,800 - $9,995
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$4,800 - $9,995
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

141 E 37th St

141 E 37th StNew York, NY 10016
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218 E 32nd St
$4,895 - $9,495
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$4,895 - $9,495
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218 E 32nd St

218 E 32nd StNew York, NY 10016
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156 E 83rd St
$3,200 - $9,500
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$3,200 - $9,500
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$3,200 - $9,500
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 15

156 E 83rd St

156 E 83rd StNew York, NY 10028
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218 E 13th St
$4,500 - $9,000
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$4,500 - $9,000
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218 E 13th St

218 E 13th StNew York, NY 10003
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322 1/2 E 50th St
$3,595 - $4,900
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$3,595 - $4,900
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$3,595 - $4,900
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 15

322 1/2 E 50th St

322 1/2 E 50th StNew York, NY 10022
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1987 Madison Ave, Unit 1
$2,917
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$2,917
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1987 Madison Ave, Unit 1

1987 Madison AveNew York, NY 10035
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108 Edgecombe Ave, Unit 2R
$1,950
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$1,950
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108 Edgecombe Ave, Unit 2R

108 Edgecombe AveNew York, NY 10030
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3718 Park Ave, Unit D2
$2,300
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$2,300
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 10

3718 Park Ave, Unit D2

3718 Park AveWeehawken, NJ 07086
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316 2nd St, Unit B
$1,950
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$1,950
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316 2nd St, Unit B

316 2nd StUnion City, NJ 07087
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7246 66th St, Unit 1
$3,400
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$3,400
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3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

7246 66th St, Unit 1

7246 66th StGlendale, NY 11385

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6284 Austin St, Unit A
$2,475
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$2,475
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6284 Austin St, Unit A

6284 Austin StRego Park, NY 11374
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918 Pennington St, Unit 2r
$2,500
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$2,500
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918 Pennington St, Unit 2r

918 Pennington StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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3251 Riverdale Ave, Unit 1
$4,800
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$4,800
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4 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

3251 Riverdale Ave, Unit 1

3251 Riverdale AveBronx, NY 10463
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13177 228th St
$1,800
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$1,800
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13177 228th St

13177 228th StLaurelton, NY 11413
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34 Stephen Ave, Unit B2
$2,000
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$2,000
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34 Stephen Ave, Unit B2

34 Stephen AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040

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

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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 For rent By Owner New York Apartments

What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in New York?

Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in New York is at 688 Communipaw Ave listed at $1,000.

How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner New York Apartment?

The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in New York is $3,049.

What is the largest For rent By Owner New York Apartment for rent?

Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in New York is a 6,500 square feet unit starting from $6,500 at 472 Myrtle Ave, Unit RETAIL.

What is the average size for New York For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?

The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in New York is currently at 1,026 sq ft.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC

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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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The Local NYC Experts Guide to the Perfect Neighborhoods Near Top Employers

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