
Studio Apartments for Rent in New York, NY Under $2,000 (513 Rentals) Page 2 of 11


515 W 169th St

658-666 West 188th

314 E 106th St

357 E 68th St

316 E 89th St

137 W 137th St

Sendero Verde - Affordable

338 East 53 Street

357 East 87th Street
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409 East 81st Street

155 E 30th St

513 East 82nd Street

322 East 74th Street

116 Seaman Avenue

342 East 55th Street

1470 First Ave

627 W 142nd St

221-227 Wadsworth Ave

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132 East 96th Street

328 W 83rd St

238 W 20th St

314 E 6th St

414 E 77th St

East 87th Street Apartments

244 East 78th Street

417-421 W 120th St

106 W 13th St

The Carolina
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2783-2787 Broadway

Post Towers

340 East 81st Street

4960-4964 Broadway

The Oxford Houses

207-213 E 89th St

1043-1045 Lexington Ave

333-335 E 89th St

450 East 81st Street
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211 East 5th Street

211-213 East 73rd Street

78th Street Apartments

321 E 91st St

1661 York Ave

312 Manhattan Ave

237 West 18th Street

The York

410 E 81st St

Susan's Court
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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 | $3,289 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,628 | $735 | $10,000+ |
| New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,396 | $1,209 | $10,000+ |
| New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,953 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,582 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,904 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,640 | $950 | $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 Studio New York Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in New York with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in New York is at 1154 Myrtle Ave listed at $40.
How much is the average rent for a Studio New York Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in New York is $3,289.
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 starting from $30 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 599 sq ft.
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