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Harlem, New York, NY Local Guide

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 $1,860. Hudson Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Harlem apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Reserve4 Bed 2 Bath - D4BR,2BA$1,860
Hudson Ridge Apartments1BR/CD1BR,1BA$2,300
Hillside Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,305
River Club ApartmentsCarteret1BR,1BA$2,779

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harlem, NY

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harlem area is the $2.66 price per square foot Apt line 7 Model at 281 Edgecombe Ave in the in the West Concourse neighborhood starting from $3,360. The second greatest value Harlem apartment is the Belon Model at The Oyster starting at $6,000 with a $4.94 price per square foot in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harlem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
281 Edgecombe AveApt line 73BR,2BA$2.66
The OysterBelon2BR,2BA$4.94
Edgewater Town Center ApartmentsOne Bedroom- 903 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$2.85
Hillside Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.77
River Club ApartmentsCarteret1BR,1.5BA$3.47
The Reserve2 Bed 1 Bath - C2BR,1BA$5.92
457 Convent Ave, Unit #3457 Convent Ave1BR,1BA$3.71
605 W 112th StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.25
149 W 120th St, Unit 3149 W 120th St1BR,1BA$5.16
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$6.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harlem

What type of rentals are currently available in Harlem?

There are currently 3904 Apartments for Rent in Harlem, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $21,610. There are also 320 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harlem ranging from $1,200 to $6,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harlem ranges from $1,200 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,700.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harlem range from $1,200 to $19,060, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $6,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City

Written by: Joshua Carlucci

New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.