
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown East Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,525 (96 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
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The Coronet Condominium

132 East 45th Street

156-160 E 55th St

328 East 55th Street

162 E 55th St

Envoy Towers

304-308 E 62nd St

342 E 65th St
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The Hermitage

888 Eighth Avenue

Symphony House

306 East 49th Street

340 East 62nd Street

338 East 55th Street

15 E 36th St

320 EAST 52ND STREET

Beaux Arts
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Eastgate House

410 E 64th St

157 East 57th Street Apartments

320 E 42nd St

1061 First Avenue

244 East 46th Street

140 W 55th St

Sutton Town House

300 East 57th Street
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The Caprice

43-45 W 55th St

35 East 35th Street

150 W 47th St

343 East 51st

342 East 49th st

AKA Central Park

235 East 53rd Street

The Ellington
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333 E 46th St

The Beekman

The Bristol

The Pearl

The Magellan

Midtown One Bedroom Rental

Aalto 57

303 E 56th St

315 E 58th St
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307 E 50th St
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 | $4,553 | $2,750 | $7,956 |
| Midtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $6,208 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,908 | $4,350 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,791 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,303 | $7,995 | $10,000+ |
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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 The Towne House listed at $3,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown East Apartment is $2,750 at 312 E 51st St.
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 $4,450 at The Towne House.
What is the most affordable Midtown East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Midtown East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 241 E 39th St and starts from $6,500.
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