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Midtown East, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown East Studio Apartments | $3,929 | $2,750 | $7,500 |
| Midtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,206 | $1,134 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,103 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,414 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,643 | $7,290 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown East Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Midtown East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown East area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Symphony House priced from $2,500. The Dryden East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable Midtown East apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Symphony House | Symphony House Residence – A (Studio) | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| The Dryden East | MASSIVE STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
| 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 |
| The Nash | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $3,600 |
| Avalon Midtown West | S1-412-Classic | Studio,1BA | $3,640 |
| FOUND Study Midtown East - Student/Intern | Standard Single Room | 1BR,1BA | $3,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown East, NY
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown East area is the $6.50 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 137 E 38th St in the in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Midtown East apartment is the Junior 4 Model at Le Triomphe starting at $6,210 with a $6.40 price per square foot in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 E 38th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $6.50 |
| Le Triomphe | Junior 4 | 1BR,1.5BA | $6.40 |
| 236 E 61st St, Unit 2B | 236 E 61st St | 2BR,1BA | $5.33 |
| 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 |
| 141 E 37th St, Unit 3C | 141 E 37th St | 2BR,1BA | $6.45 |
| The Towne House | STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio ,1BA | $5.71 |
| The Dryden East | MASSIVE STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
| Symphony House | Symphony House Residence – A (Studio) | 1BR,1BA | $5.19 |
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Best Local Schools in Midtown East, New York, NY
Ella Baker School
New York City Geographic District 2 Manhattan
Public School - Grades PK-8 (337)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown East is under $3,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown East?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown East is Symphony House which is listed at $2,500, while the average apartment in Midtown East costs $8,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown East?
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 5 regular apartments in Midtown East 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 East?
Cheap apartments in Midtown East have an average cost of $220 which is $8,480 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown East.
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