
Apartments for Rent in the Central Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY (3,902 Rentals)


Harlem Lodge

545 W 125th St

The Forten

3333 Broadway

40 W 120th St

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410 E 118th St, Unit harlem

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169 E 117th St, Unit #1

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67 W 119th St, Unit The Dorm W/ Shared Bathroom

329 E 116th St, Unit Apt1
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138 W 132nd St, Unit Rental Property

147 W 118th St, Unit 2BedroomGardenDuplex

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525 W 151st St, Unit 2nd floor

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1987 Madison Ave

1485 5th Ave, Unit 8D

48 Hamilton Pl, Unit 3

145 W 136th St, Unit A

112 W 136th St, Unit SI ID1424328P

257 Malcolm X Blvd, Unit SI ID1424339P

257 Malcolm X Blvd, Unit SI ID1424337P
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HAMILTON PLACE, Unit 32A

127 W 112th St, Unit 5D

127 W 112th St, Unit 3A

112 W 136th St, Unit SI ID1424335P

257 Malcolm X Blvd, Unit SI ID1424338P

2254 5th Ave, Unit 14

HAMILTON PLACE, Unit 2B

WEST 150 STREET, Unit 1

3333 Broadway, Unit A10J

60 W 125th St, Unit 404
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60 W 125th St, Unit 509

346 E 120th St, Unit 5B

101 E 116th St, Unit 6CR

Charming 1 Bedroom in South Harlem!, Unit 5

111 E 119th St, Unit 5C

524 W 134th St, Unit 5C

601 W 137th St, Unit 24

607 W 137th St, Unit 2

Central Park West, Unit 3A

3333 Broadway, Unit C22D
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West 125th Street, Unit 2A

540 W 146th St, Unit 44

3415 Broadway, Unit W

Adam Clayton Powell Junior Boulevard, Unit 3D

609 W 151st, Unit 22

18 W 125th St, Unit 4

301 W 151st St, Unit 6A

684 Riverside Dr, Unit 4A

3 E 124th St, Unit 2FL

W. 135th St, Broadway, Unit 3
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Central Harlem, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Harlem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Harlem Studio Apartments | $2,717 | $1,995 | $3,795 |
| Central Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,259 | $2,300 | $5,804 |
| Central Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,438 | $2,800 | $6,866 |
| Central Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,841 | $2,825 | $8,450 |
| Central Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,908 | $1,695 | $6,600 |
| Central Harlem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,497 | $1,000 | $5,995 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Harlem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,482 | $1,530 | $5,800 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,927 | $1,330 | $5,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,778 | $1,400 | $2,230 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,130 | $1,475 | $2,230 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $1,695 | $1,630 | $1,760 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Harlem
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Harlem area of New York, NY?
As of today, September 05, 2026, there are currently 3,902 available Central Harlem apartments priced from $1,000 to $8,450, with an average monthly rent of $3,848.
How much are Studio apartments in Central Harlem?
There are currently 2,154 Studio Apartments in Central Harlem with rent ranges from $1,995 to $3,795 with an average price of $2,717.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Harlem Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Harlem ranges from $2,300 to $5,804 with an average monthly rent of $3,259.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Harlem cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Harlem range from $2,800 to $6,866. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,438.
How expensive are Central Harlem Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 476 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Harlem on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,825 to $8,450 - averaging $4,841 for the location.
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