
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Midtown East Neighborhood of New York, NY (498 Rentals)


The Blake

FOUND Study Midtown East - Student/Intern

The Ambassador East

241 E 39th St

115 E 37th St

111 E 39th St

137 E 38th St

Oxford East

The Towne House
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The Dryden East

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128 E 56th St

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121 E 39th St

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218 E 50th St

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322 1/2 E 50th St

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121 E 38th St

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236 E 61st St

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336 E 43rd St

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401 E 57th St

230 W 55th St, Unit SI FL25-ID506, Unit SI FL25-ID506
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212 E 63rd St

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122 E 55th St

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141 E 37th St

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347 W 53rd St

East 38th Street, Unit 5A

826 Ninth Ave

333 Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge Path, Unit SI ID1340524P

East 39th Street, Unit 17D

157 E 57th St, Unit 7C

157 E 57th St, Unit PHA
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420 E 54th St, Unit SI FL15-ID1150

BEEKMAN PLACE, Unit PHD

70 W 45th St, Unit SI FL41-ID1393

928 Second Avenue, Unit 8

138 E 38th St, Unit 6A

East 44th Street, Unit 16L

245 E 44th St, Unit 26A

400 E 58th St, Unit SI FL14-ID1409

East 38th Street, Unit 5B

130 E 63rd St, Unit 8D
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EAST 57 STREET, Unit 7C

20 Beekman Pl, Unit PHD

East 58th Street, Unit 1D

East 44th Street, Unit 35E

594 Third Avenue, Unit 2

340 E 58th St, Unit 4A

EAST 56 STREET, Unit 9D

400 E 66th St, Unit SI ID1016392P

70 W 45th St, Unit SI FL33-ID1791

1626 Broadway-SI ID1461706P, Unit SI ID1461706P
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown East Studio Apartments | $4,127 | $2,750 | $6,175 |
| Midtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,338 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
Midtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,669 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,811 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,920 | $7,250 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Midtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Midtown East area of New York, NY is found at HOUSE 39 and is listed at 1,034 square feet priced from $8,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSE 39 | S4B04 - Residence 6-20D | 1,034 Sq Ft | $8,500 |
| The Dryden East | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1,007 Sq Ft | $4,350 |
| The Ellington | MZB02 - Residence 3-16G | 956 Sq Ft | $5,965 |
| Avalon Midtown West | B1-947-Classic | 953 Sq Ft | $7,623 |
| The Biltmore | B2 | 887 Sq Ft | $7,336 |
| The Nash | FLEX2 | 850 Sq Ft | $5,800 |
| 137 E 38th St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 750 Sq Ft | $4,495 |
| Oxford East | FLEX2 | 700 Sq Ft | $4,800 |
| The Towne House | FLEX 2 / 1 BATH | 657 Sq Ft | $4,550 |
| The Blake | FLEX2 | 500 Sq Ft | $5,100 |
Cheapest Available Midtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Midtown East of New York, NY is the 2 Bed/ 1 Bath Model starting from $4,350 at The Dryden East. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Midtown East is currently $7,669. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Dryden East | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | $4,350 |
| 137 E 38th St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $4,495 |
| 241 E 39th St | FLEX 2 Bedroom | $4,500 |
| The Towne House | FLEX 2 / 1 BATH | $4,550 |
| The Ambassador East | FLEX2 | $4,700 |
| The Centra | A Line 2 Bed 1 Bath | $4,730 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Midtown East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Midtown East with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Midtown East is at The Dryden East listed at $4,350.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Midtown East Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Midtown East is $7,669.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Midtown East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Midtown East is a 1,034 square feet unit starting from $8,500 at HOUSE 39.
What is the average size for Midtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Midtown East is currently 726 sq ft.
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