
Top Rated Studio Apartments for Rent in New York, NY (519 Rentals)


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The Sessanta

Riverwalk Point

One Carnegie Hill

Murray Hill Plaza

807 Riverside Dr

105-115 Bennett Ave

Mayfair Towers

178 Clinton Street
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745 Ninth Ave

125 W 43rd St

Northpoint Towers

86 Mulberry St

120-122 Ridge St

31 W 85th St

335 First Ave

205-207 W 22nd St

132 W 75th St

161 E 96th St
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150 Sullivan St

55 St Marks Pl

246 W 116th St

357-359 First Ave

332 W 88th St

Continental Towers

320 W 75th St

331 W 87th St

209 E 7th St

454 W 50th St
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308 Spring St

Atlantic Westerly Company, LLC

29 W 64th St

1-15 Bennett Ave

71 Second Ave

ADLON

32 W 82nd St

Parker Sutton

189-195 Bleecker St

240 Waverly Pl
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261 W 116th St

71 Sullivan St

200 Riverside Dr

733 E Ninth St

4 Washington Square Vlg

Heritage House by Outpost

417-421 W 120th St

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Post Towers
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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 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 $3,256.
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 594 sq ft.
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