Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,100 (147 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at The Balton Apartments priced from $1,038. The Reserve has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Central Harlem apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Balton ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,038
The ReserveFurnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (M3)4BR,2BA$1,595
1856 Park Avenue8GStudio,1BA$2,521
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,990
1440 Amsterdam AveStudioStudio,1BA$3,195
281 Edgecombe AveApt line 73BR,2BA$3,360
15 W 120 St1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,605

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Harlem, NY

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Harlem area is the $2.66 price per square foot Apt line 7 Model at 281 Edgecombe Ave in the in the Bergen County Waterfront neighborhood starting from $3,360. The second greatest value Central Harlem apartment is the 140 W 123rd St Model at 140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 3 starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
281 Edgecombe AveApt line 73BR,2BA$2.66
140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 3140 W 123rd St1BR,1BA$2.73
Forten at Columbia3 Bedroom3BR,3BA$9.90
The Reserve2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom A2BR,2BA$5.20
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.98
124 W 117th St, Unit 2124 W 117th St1BR,1BA$3.49
1856 Park Avenue4JStudio ,1BA$5.36
136 W 117th St, Unit 3136 W 117th St2BR,1BA$9.52

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Harlem

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Harlem?

There are currently 3599 Apartments for Rent in Central Harlem, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $33,457. There are also 362 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Harlem ranging from $1,100 to $11,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Harlem?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Harlem ranges from $1,100 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,101.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Harlem?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Harlem range from $3,225 to $23,746, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,125 to $6,150. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

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