Cheap Homes for Rent in East Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,100 (46 Rentals)

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East Harlem, New York, NY Local Guide

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. Third at Bankside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable East Harlem apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The ReserveFurnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (M4)4BR,2BA$1,595
Third at BanksideSNStudio,1BA$2,100
2496-2498 Frederick Douglass Blvd2B1BR,1BA$2,321
1856 Park Avenue6NStudio,1BA$2,344
Maven1 Bed/1 Bath-A51BR,1BA$2,708
Estela PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$2,975
The SmileStudio RH Kitchen1BR,1BA$3,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Harlem area is the $4.09 price per square foot 233 W 121st St Model at 233 W 121st St, Unit 2 in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value East Harlem apartment is the 140 W 123rd St Model at 140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 2 starting at $2,850 with a $2.59 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
233 W 121st St, Unit 2233 W 121st St3BR,2BA$4.09
140 W 123rd St, Unit Apartment 2140 W 123rd St1BR,1BA$2.59
414 E 142nd St414 E 142nd St1BR,1BA$2.90
2 St Nicholas Terrace2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.70
335 E 100th St, Unit 2202335 E 100th St3BR,2BA$4.29
2496-2498 Frederick Douglass Blvd2B1BR,1BA$2.58
111 E 89th St, Unit 4C111 E 89th St1BR,1BA$5.14
Estela PropertiesClassic 11BR,1BA$4.83
130 W 132nd St, Unit Garden Level130 W 132nd St1BR,1BA$5.00
1856 Park Avenue5MStudio ,1BA$4.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Harlem, New York, NY

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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Harlem

What type of rentals are currently available in East Harlem?

There are currently 3741 Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,575 to $25,000. There are also 299 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Harlem ranging from $1,160 to $42,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Harlem?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Harlem ranges from $1,160 to $42,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,542.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Harlem?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Harlem range from $3,400 to $25,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $13,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

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