Studio Apartments for Rent in New York, NY Under $1,200 (54 Rentals)

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The Balton Apartments
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The Balton Apartments

340 St. Nicholas AveNew York, NY 10027
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147 E 30th St
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147 E 30th St

147 E 30th StNew York, NY 10016
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407 E 88th St
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407 E 88th St

407 E 88th StNew York, NY 10128
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14 St Marks Pl
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14 St Marks Pl

14 St Marks PlNew York, NY 10003
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1630-1636 Park Ave
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1630-1636 Park Ave

1630-1636 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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The Robeson
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The Robeson

407 Malcolm X BlvdNew York, NY 10037
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The Carolina
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The Carolina

1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029

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1154 Myrtle Ave
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1154 Myrtle Ave

1154 Myrtle AveBrooklyn, NY 11221
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47 Watson Ave
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47 Watson Ave

47 Watson AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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595 Elizabeth Ave
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595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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1660 Hoe Ave
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1660 Hoe Ave

1660 Hoe AveBronx, NY 10460
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390 State St
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390 State St

390 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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162 Avenue C
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162 Avenue C

162 Avenue CBayonne, NJ 07002
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150 Belmont
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150 Belmont

150 Belmont AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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129 Chancellor Ave
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129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Looking for the perfect new rental? Learn great ways to spot the perfect apartment for you, identify common red flags, and avoid rental issues and scams with these expert provided actionable tips.

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170 Academy St
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170 Academy St

170 Academy StJersey City, NJ 07306
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Manchester Arms
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Manchester Arms

330 Fort Lee RdLeonia, NJ 07605
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653-663 N Broad St
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653-663 N Broad St

653-663 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1100-1127 Sheridan Ave
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1100-1127 Sheridan Ave

1100-1127 Sheridan AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Wade
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Wade

3022 W 22nd StBrooklyn, NY 11224
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1811 Quentin Rd
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1811 Quentin Rd

1811 Quentin RdBrooklyn, NY 11229
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551 Bay St
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551 Bay St

551 Bay StStaten Island, NY 10304
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Crystal Apartments
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Crystal Apartments

92-41 190th StHollis, NY 11423
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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

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Palisades Apartments
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Palisades Apartments

701 Palisade AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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1105 Elder Ave
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1105 Elder Ave

1105 Elder AveBronx, NY 10472
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2300 Grand Concourse
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2300 Grand Concourse

2300 Grand ConcourseBronx, NY 10458
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160 E Fourth St
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160 E Fourth St

160 E Fourth StMount Vernon, NY 10550
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75 Lenox Rd
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75 Lenox Rd

75 Lenox RdBrooklyn, NY 11226
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Poplar Place
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Poplar Place

407-411 Highland AvePalisades Park, NJ 07650
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57 Sip Ave
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57 Sip Ave

57 Sip AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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New York's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about New York and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Joshua Carlucci

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325 Cherry St
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325 Cherry St

325 Cherry StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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2435 Frisby Ave
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2435 Frisby Ave

2435 Frisby AveBronx, NY 10461
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112 Westfield Ave
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112 Westfield Ave

112-118 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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143-28 Cherry Ave
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143-28 Cherry Ave

143-28 Cherry AveFlushing, NY 11355
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The Brite
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The Brite

2175 E 15th StBrooklyn, NY 11229
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70 Parkway N
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70 Parkway N

70 Parkway NYonkers, NY 10704
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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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

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the New York City area for affordable living. Find your perfect NYC Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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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 Studio New York Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in New York with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in New York is at Whitney Young Manor listed at $1,039.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in New York is $3,283.

What is the largest available Studio New York Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in New York is a 2,500 square feet unit at 1154 Myrtle Ave.

What is the average size for New York Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in New York is currently 538 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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.