Cheap Homes for Rent in the Midtown Center Neighborhood of New York, NY from $2,130 (14 Rentals)

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320 E 42nd St

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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 1 Bed unit found at 312 E 51st St priced from $2,750. The Towne House 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
312 E 51st Ststudio 11BR,1BA$2,750
The Towne HouseSTUDIO / 1 BATHStudio,1BA$3,450
The Ambassador EastStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Center, NY

As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Center area is the $7.05 price per square foot 323 E 50th St Model at 323 E 50th St in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $5,995. The second greatest value Midtown Center apartment is the 318 E 53rd St Model at 318 E 53rd St, Unit 1b starting at $4,000 with a $5.00 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
323 E 50th St323 E 50th St2BR,2BA$7.05
318 E 53rd St, Unit 1b318 E 53rd St1BR,1BA$5.00
245 E 48th St, Unit 2A245 E 48th St2BR,1BA$6.01
150 West 51st Street150 West 51st Street1BR,1BA$6.43
121 E 38th St121 E 38th St2BR,1BA$7.14
247 E 49th St, Unit 2C247 E 49th StStudio ,1BA$6.36
The Towne HouseSTUDIO / 1 BATHStudio ,1BA$6.57
322 1/2 E 50th St322 1/2 E 50th StStudio ,1BA$7.10
321 E 51st St321 E 51st StStudio ,1BA$6.98
323 E 50th St, Unit 1R323 E 50th StStudio ,1BA$7.24

Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown Center?

There are currently 692 Apartments for Rent in Midtown Center, NY with pricing that ranges from $2,750 to $31,500. There are also 106 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown Center ranging from $2,130 to $75,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Midtown Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown Center ranges from $2,130 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,032.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Midtown Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Midtown Center range from $6,000 to $21,774, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,130 to $24,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,130 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,995.

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