Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Center Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,500 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Midtown Center area of New York.
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Midtown Center, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Center Studio Apartments | $4,051 | $2,750 | $7,500 |
| Midtown Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,575 | $3,150 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,959 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,167 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,030 | $7,350 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown Center Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Midtown Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Center area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at The Towne House priced from $3,000. The Ambassador East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,450. Here are the most affordable Midtown Center apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Towne House | STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $3,000 |
| The Ambassador East | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $3,450 |
| Oxford East | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $3,500 |
| FOUND Study Midtown East - Student/Intern | Standard Single Room | 1BR,1BA | $3,700 |
| FOUND Study Turtle Bay- Student/Intern | Private Room | Studio,1BA | $3,800 |
| The Ellington | MZS03 - Residence 3-16 C | Studio,1BA | $3,879 |
| The Centra | M Line 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,895 |
| Carnegie Mews | MXA01 - C03-20 | 1BR,1BA | $4,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Center, NY
As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Center area is the $4.80 price per square foot Symphony House Residence – D Model at Symphony House in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Midtown Center apartment is the 218 E 50th St Model at 218 E 50th St, Unit 3 starting at $6,700 with a $6.70 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Symphony House | Symphony House Residence – D | 2BR,2BA | $4.80 |
| 218 E 50th St, Unit 3 | 218 E 50th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $6.70 |
| 122 E 55th St, Unit 4b | 122 E 55th St | 2BR,1BA | $6.50 |
| 218 E 50th St, Unit 3G | 218 E 50th St | 2BR,1BA | $5.93 |
| 121 E 39th St, Unit 22 | 121 E 39th St | 2BR,1BA | $6.15 |
| 245 E 48th St, Unit 2A | 245 E 48th St | 2BR,1BA | $5.99 |
| 939 2nd Ave | JR 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $6.64 |
| 142 E 39th St, Unit 1F | 142 E 39th St | 2BR,1BA | $6.81 |
| The Towne House | STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio ,1BA | $5.71 |
| 322 1/2 E 50th St, Unit 2C | 322 1/2 E 50th St | Studio ,1BA | $6.67 |
Getting Around the Midtown Center Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
100 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown Center is under $4,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Center?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Center is FOUND Study Midtown East - Student/Intern which is listed at $3,700, while the average apartment in Midtown Center costs $8,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Center?
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 Midtown Center 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 Midtown Center?
Cheap apartments in Midtown Center have an average cost of $315 which is $8,385 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Center.
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