
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,000 (71 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Midtown Studio Apartments | $4,895 | $1,975 | $10,000+ |
Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,409 | $1,975 | $10,000+ |
Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,153 | $2,125 | $10,000+ |
Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,845 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
Midtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,821 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Hudson Yards Campus priced from $1,975. 224 E 59th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hudson Yards Campus | Single Occupancy Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
224 E 59th St | Furnished Room | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
207 East 37th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,850 |
419-421 W 50th St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
726 Tenth Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
305 W 45th St | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $3,000 |
315 E 58th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,000 |
FOUND Study Turtle Bay- Student/Intern | Private Room | Studio,1BA | $3,000 |
The Dryden East | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, NY
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $5.77 price per square foot 127 West 56th Street Model at 127 West 56th Street, Unit Apt 5 in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the 451 W 50th St Model at 451 W 50th St, Unit 3 starting at $6,795 with a $5.69 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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127 West 56th Street, Unit Apt 5 | 127 West 56th Street | 4BR,2BA | $5.77 |
451 W 50th St, Unit 3 | 451 W 50th St | 3BR,2BA | $5.69 |
236 E 61st St, Unit 2B | 236 E 61st St | 2BR,1BA | $5.33 |
576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
249 E 53rd St | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
137 E 27th St, Unit 2G | 137 E 27th St | 1BR,1BA | $5.90 |
207 East 37th Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.17 |
The Towne House | STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio ,1BA | $6.10 |
305 W 45th St | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $6.00 |
419-421 W 50th St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $6.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown is at 207 East 37th Street listed at $2,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment is $1,975 at Hudson Yards Campus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown is starting from $2,200 at 224 E 59th St.
What is the most affordable Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 207 East 37th Street and starts from $4,800.
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