
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $400 (153 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit C

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

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

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit C

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

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit A

Nice room in a good neighborhood, Unit 4

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit A

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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit A

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

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit E

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit B
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit D

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hamilton Heights, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit F

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit E
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit A

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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit D

The Reserve

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in West Harlem, Unit C
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit C

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Central Harlem, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in West Harlem, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home in Upper West Side, Unit B

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Harlem, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harlem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlem Studio Apartments | $3,308 | $1,950 | $4,500 |
| Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,469 | $2,295 | $6,810 |
| Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,331 | $2,291 | $7,117 |
| Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,379 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $1,879 | $6,500 |
| Harlem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,800 | $5,800 | $5,800 |
| Harlem 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Harlem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harlem area of New York, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve priced from $1,595. 295 Convent Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,036. Here are the most affordable 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 (O3) | 4BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| 295 Convent Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,036 |
| 3333 Broadway | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
| 516 W 136th St | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| 294 Convent Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,875 |
| 45 Tiemann Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
| 1440 Amsterdam Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $4,200 |
| 4 St Nicholas Terrace | 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $5,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harlem, NY
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harlem area is the $4.00 price per square foot 329 E 116th St Model at 329 E 116th St, Unit Apt1 in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Harlem apartment is the 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at 4 St Nicholas Terrace starting at $5,350 with a $5.35 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harlem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 329 E 116th St, Unit Apt1 | 329 E 116th St | 3BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 4 St Nicholas Terrace | 4 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $5.35 |
| 516 W 136th St | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| The Reserve | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom A | 2BR,2BA | $5.42 |
| The Forten | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $8.28 |
| 77 E 119th St, Unit East 119th | 77 E 119th St | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| 295 Convent Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
| 3333 Broadway | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $5.89 |
| 45 Tiemann Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harlem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harlem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harlem is at 295 Convent Avenue listed at $2,036.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harlem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harlem Apartment is $2,875 at 294 Convent Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harlem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harlem is starting from $2,700 at 516 W 136th St.
What is the most affordable Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3333 Broadway and starts from $5,000.
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