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1987 Madison Ave, Unit #3
1987 Madison AveNew York, NY 10035
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212 E 125th StNew York, NY 10035
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2593-2595 Frederick Douglass Blvd
2593-2595 Frederick Douglass BlvdNew York, NY 10030
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East Harlem, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Harlem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Harlem Studio Apartments | $3,741 | $1,670 | $9,000 |
| East Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,708 | $1,900 | $5,825 |
| East Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,454 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,355 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $1,700 | $6,350 |
| East Harlem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,665 | $4,995 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available East Harlem Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Harlem area of New York, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve priced from $1,700. Estela Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,673. Here are the most affordable East Harlem apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - F | 4BR,2BA | $1,700 |
| Estela Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,673 |
| Third at Bankside | SK | Studio,1BA | $2,799 |
| The Smile | Studio LH Kitchen | Studio,1BA | $2,900 |
| The Highgate | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Harlem area is the $2.65 price per square foot 147 W 118th St Model at 147 W 118th St, Unit 2BedroomGardenDuplex in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value East Harlem apartment is the M2c Model at One East Harlem starting at $5,144 with a $4.84 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Harlem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 147 W 118th St, Unit 2BedroomGardenDuplex | 147 W 118th St | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.65 |
| One East Harlem | M2c | 2BR,2BA | $4.84 |
| 2 St Nicholas Terrace | 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $5.00 |
| 160 E 95th St, Unit 3A | 160 E 95th St | 3BR,1BA | $5.50 |
| 166 East 88th Street | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5.90 |
| 342 W 122nd St, Unit 2 | 342 W 122nd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Estela Properties | Classic 2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.49 |
| The Reserve | 2 Bed 1 Bath - C | 2BR,1BA | $5.92 |
| The Highgate | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.19 |
| The Smile | Studio RH Kitchen | Studio ,1BA | $6.19 |
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Best Local Schools in East Harlem, New York, NY
PS 102 Jacques Cartier
New York City Geographic District 4 Manhattan
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Harlem Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Harlem?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Harlem is under $5,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Harlem?
The cheapest apartment in East Harlem is The Smile which is listed at $3,000, while the average apartment in East Harlem costs $7,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Harlem?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in East Harlem that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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