
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $400 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Harlem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Harlem Studio Apartments | $3,056 | $2,521 | $4,172 |
| Central Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,060 | $2,300 | $5,078 |
| Central Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,253 | $2,000 | $8,830 |
| Central Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,384 | $3,225 | $10,000+ |
| Central Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,610 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Central Harlem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $21,273 | $9,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Central Harlem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Harlem area of New York, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve priced from $1,595. 1856 Park Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,521. Here are the most affordable Central Harlem apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve | Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (M3) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| 1856 Park Avenue | 8G | Studio,1BA | $2,521 |
| 45 Tiemann Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,880 |
| 1440 Amsterdam Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,195 |
| 15 W 120 St | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,605 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Harlem, NY
As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Harlem area is the $2.73 price per square foot 140 W 123rd St Model at 140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 3 in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Central Harlem apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Forten at Columbia starting at $9,900 with a $9.90 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Harlem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 3 | 140 W 123rd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Forten at Columbia | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $9.90 |
| The Reserve | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom A | 2BR,2BA | $5.20 |
| 45 Tiemann Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| 1856 Park Avenue | 4J | Studio ,1BA | $5.36 |
| 136 W 117th St, Unit 3 | 136 W 117th St | 2BR,1BA | $9.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Harlem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Harlem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Harlem is at 1856 Park Avenue listed at $2,521.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Harlem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Harlem Apartment is $2,844 at 1856 Park Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Harlem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Harlem is starting from $2,000 at The Reserve.
What is the most affordable Central Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve and starts from $4,352.
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