
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $300 (112 Rentals) Page 3 of 3
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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 | $3,511 | $2,000 | $5,310 |
| East Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,282 | $2,000 | $8,212 |
| East Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,004 | $2,062 | $9,690 |
| East Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,933 | $3,150 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $1,699 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,995 | $6,995 | $6,995 |
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There are currently 112 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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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 $3,521.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Harlem?
The cheapest apartment in East Harlem is 120 E 144th St which is listed at $2,550, while the average apartment in East Harlem costs $4,089.
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 3 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 $269 which is $3,820 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Harlem.
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