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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 | $4,020 | $2,521 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,831 | $1,600 | $8,151 |
| East Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,526 | $2,138 | $9,930 |
| East Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,354 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,782 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $27,308 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 $1,595. 1856 Park Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,521. Here are the most affordable East 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 (K3) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| 1856 Park Avenue | 8G | Studio,1BA | $2,521 |
| The Aspen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,600 |
| 335 East 92 Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,805 |
| Estela Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Harlem apartment is the 160 E 95th St Model at 160 E 95th St, Unit 1B starting at $5,500 with a $5.50 price per square foot in the Upper East Side 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 3 | 140 W 123rd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 160 E 95th St, Unit 1B | 160 E 95th St | 2BR,1BA | $5.50 |
| 129 E 95th St, Unit 2F | 129 E 95th St | 3BR,2BA | $6.48 |
| Estela Properties | Classic 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| Third at Bankside | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $5.40 |
| Maven | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A6 | 1BR,1BA | $6.54 |
| 1856 Park Avenue | 4J | Studio ,1BA | $5.36 |
| The Aspen | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.36 |
| Normandie Court | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $8.00 |
| 316 East 92nd Street | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $9.08 |
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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 $3,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Harlem?
The cheapest apartment in East Harlem is 1856 Park Avenue which is listed at $2,844, while the average apartment in East Harlem costs $27,308.
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 12 regular apartments in East Harlem that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Harlem?
Cheap apartments in East Harlem have an average cost of $401 which is $26,907 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Harlem.
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