
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,000 (163 Rentals)
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Spacious ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 1

Prime ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 3

Welcoming ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 1

Prime ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 1

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit 1C

Welcoming ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 3

Prime ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 4

Spacious ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 2

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B
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Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

EHS Hudson Yards Campus

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit 3C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit 2C

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit 5D

Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit 3B

Amazing ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 3

Amazing ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 2
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Room in Shared 3 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit E

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 2 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Nice Private ROOM in Manhattan, Unit 4

Beautiful Private ROOM in Manhattan, Unit 1

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit 3D

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit 2A
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit 1A

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit A
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B

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Beautiful Private ROOM with Bathroom in Manhattan, Unit 3

Amazing Private ROOM with Bathroom in Manhattan, Unit 3

Amazing Private ROOM with Bathroom in Manhattan, Unit 1

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

358 W 51st St, Unit EC

147 E 30th St

239 East 53rd Street

577 2nd Ave
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Midtown, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Studio Apartments | $4,388 | $2,695 | $8,000 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,637 | $2,175 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,103 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,225 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,634 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,476 | $6,150 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 163 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Midtown Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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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 EHS Hudson Yards Campus priced from $2,175. 154 East 37th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| EHS Hudson Yards Campus | Single Occupancy Room | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| 154 East 37th Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| 726 Tenth Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
| 419-421 W 50th St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| 69 W 55th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,100 |
| 241 E 39th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| FOUND Study Turtle Bay- Student/Intern | Private Room | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, NY
As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $5.32 price per square foot 141 E 29th St Model at 141 E 29th St in the in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood starting from $8,000. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the 125 E 26th St Model at 125 E 26th St, Unit 3C starting at $7,995 with a $5.51 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 141 E 29th St | 141 E 29th St | 4BR,2BA | $5.32 |
| 125 E 26th St, Unit 3C | 125 E 26th St | 4BR,2BA | $5.51 |
| 442 W 44th St | 442 W 44th St | 3BR,2BA | $6.36 |
| 205 East 31st Street | Flex 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $5.35 |
| 576 9th Ave | Flex 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| 245 E 48th St, Unit 2A | 245 E 48th St | 2BR,1BA | $5.82 |
| 128 E 56th St | 128 E 56th St | Studio ,1BA | $5.71 |
| 154 East 37th Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.90 |
| 419-421 W 50th St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $6.05 |
| 726 Tenth Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.18 |
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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 154 East 37th Street listed at $2,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment is $2,175 at EHS 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 $3,995 at 419-421 W 50th St.
What is the most affordable Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 419-421 W 50th St and starts from $5,495.
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