
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $300 (282 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Absolutely Private ROOM in Harlem, Unit 4

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Functional ROOM at The Upper Manhattan House, Unit 5
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Functional ROOM at The Upper Manhattan House, Unit 7

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Adorable ROOM at The Clark House, Unit 1

Charming ROOM at The Clark House, Unit 1

Cute ROOM at The Clark House, Unit 4

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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 | $4,130 | $2,550 | $7,403 |
| East Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,729 | $2,400 | $8,000 |
| East Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,252 | $2,550 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,338 | $3,353 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $1,874 | $6,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 282 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 $1,595. The Aspen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,800. 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 (O4) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| The Aspen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,800 |
| Maven | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| Third at Bankside | 1H | 1BR,1BA | $3,221 |
| Estela Properties | Grand 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,280 |
| The Forten | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Harlem area is the $3.13 price per square foot 231 E 110th St Model at 231 E 110th St, Unit 1 in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $6,250. The second greatest value East Harlem apartment is the Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (F4) Model at The Reserve starting at $2,080 with a $1.92 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 231 E 110th St, Unit 1 | 231 E 110th St | 4BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| The Reserve | Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (F4) | 4BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| 4 St Nicholas Terrace | 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $5.25 |
| Estela Properties | Grand 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 138 W 132nd St, Unit Garden | 138 W 132nd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 1816 21st Dr | 1816 21st Dr | 2BR,1BA | $5.57 |
| 160 E 95th St | 160 E 95th St | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| Third at Bankside | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $5.21 |
| 130 W 132nd St, Unit Garden Level | 130 W 132nd St | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| The Aspen | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Harlem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Harlem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Harlem Apartment is $2,900 at Maven.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Harlem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Harlem is starting from $3,400 at The Aspen.
What is the most affordable East Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Third at Bankside and starts from $4,173.
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