Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown East Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,500 (52 Rentals)

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1075 1st Ave
Studio Apartments

1075 1st Ave

1075 1st AveNew York, NY 10022
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1057 First Avenue
Studio Apartments

1057 First Avenue

1057 First AveNew York, NY 10022
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1069 1st Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1069 1st Ave

1069 1st AveNew York, NY 10022
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324 East 66th Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

324 East 66th Street

324 E 66th StNew York, NY 10065
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338 East 53 Street
Studio Apartments

338 East 53 Street

338 E 53rd StNew York, NY 10022
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1073 1st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1073 1st Ave

1073 1st AveNew York, NY 10022
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357 E 68th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

357 E 68th St

357 E 68th StNew York, NY 10065
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349 E 51st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

349 E 51st St

349 E 51st StNew York, NY 10022
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255-257 E 61st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

255-257 E 61st St

255-257 E 61st StNew York, NY 10065
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Sutton Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sutton Place

340 E 58th StNew York, NY 10022
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344 E 62nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

344 E 62nd St

344 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
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110 E 36th St
Studio Apartments

110 E 36th St

110 E 36th StNew York, NY 10016
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346 E 62nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

346 E 62nd St

346 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
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311 E 60TH ST
1 Bedroom Apartments

311 E 60TH ST

311 E 60th StNew York, NY 10022
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222-224 E 51st St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

222-224 E 51st St

222-224 E 51st StNew York, NY 10022
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330 W 55th St
Studio Apartments

330 W 55th St

330 W 55th StNew York, NY 10019
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130 E 37th St
Studio Apartments

130 E 37th St

130 E 37th StNew York, NY 10016
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231-233 E 53rd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

231-233 E 53rd St

231-233 E 53rd StNew York, NY 10022
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311 East 61st Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

311 East 61st Street

311 E 61st StNew York, NY 10065
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347 East 51st Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

347 East 51st Street

345 E 65th StNew York, NY 10065
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The Beaux Arts
Studio Apartments

The Beaux Arts

310 E 44th StNew York, NY 10017
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420  64th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

420 64th St

415-423 E 64th StNew York, NY 10065
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58 W 58th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

58 W 58th St

58 W 58th StNew York, NY 10019
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316 LEXINGTON AVE
1 Bedroom Apartments

316 LEXINGTON AVE

316 Lexington AveNew York, NY 10016

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162 E 55th St
Studio Apartments

162 E 55th St

162 E 55th StNew York, NY 10022
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Envoy Towers
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Envoy Towers

852-860 Second AveNew York, NY 10017
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304-308 E 62nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

304-308 E 62nd St

304-308 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
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342 E 65th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

342 E 65th St

342 E 65th StNew York, NY 10065
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888 Eighth Avenue
Studio Apartments

888 Eighth Avenue

888 8th AveNew York, NY 10019
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Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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The Hermitage
Studio Apartments

The Hermitage

328-334 E 43rd StNew York, NY 10017
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340 East 62nd Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

340 East 62nd Street

340 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
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Midtown East, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown East area of New York, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at 224 E 59th St priced from $2,200. FOUND Study Turtle Bay- Student/Intern has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,000. Here are the most affordable Midtown East apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
224 E 59th StFurnished Room2BR,1BA$2,200
FOUND Study Turtle Bay- Student/InternPrivate RoomStudio,1BA$3,000
315 E 58th StStudioStudio,1BA$3,100
The Dryden EastStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,195
207 East 37th StreetStudioStudio,1BA$3,200
The Towne HouseSTUDIO / 1 BATHStudio,1BA$3,300
The Ambassador EastSTUDIOStudio,1BA$3,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown East, NY

As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown East area is the $3.50 price per square foot FLEX3 Model at Oxford East in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Midtown East 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 East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oxford EastFLEX33BR,1.5BA$3.50
218 E 50th St, Unit 3218 E 50th St3BR,1.5BA$6.70
236 E 61st St, Unit 2B236 E 61st St2BR,1BA$5.33
Regency TowersFlex 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$7.08
121 E 38th St, Unit 2121 E 38th St2BR,1BA$7.14
152 E 38th St, Unit 1A152 E 38th St1BR,1BA$6.62
The Sutton CollectionS01 - 405Studio ,1BA$6.31
The Towne HouseSTUDIO / 1 BATHStudio ,1BA$6.29
The Dryden EastStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$6.39
142 E 39th St, Unit 1F142 E 39th StStudio ,1BA$7.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Midtown East, New York, NY

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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New York and customized analysis for Central New York City, NY. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown East Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown East?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown East is at FOUND Study Turtle Bay- Student/Intern listed at $3,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown East Apartment is $3,700 at FOUND Study Midtown East - Student/Intern.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown East is starting from $2,200 at 224 E 59th St.

What is the most affordable Midtown East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Midtown East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 207 East 37th Street and starts from $6,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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