Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,000 (55 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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
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$3,100
1440 Amsterdam AveStudioStudio,1BA$3,150
281 Edgecombe AveApt line 73BR,2BA$3,360
542 West 153rd Street2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3,428
15 W 120 St1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,605
112 W 118th StTownhouse5BR,2BA$12,990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Harlem, NY

As of November 14, 2025 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
542 West 153rd Street2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$4.30
The Reserve2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom A2BR,2BA$5.42
522 W 153rd St, Unit Apt. 2522 W 153rd St2BR,1BA$3.77
1856 Park Avenue4JStudio ,1BA$5.36
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$6.89

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 $1,901 to $27,928. There are also 204 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Harlem ranging from $1,000 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 $1,000 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,365.

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 $3,200 to $20,160, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,990.

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