
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of New York, NY from $2,695 (62 Rentals)


577 2nd Ave

49 East 19th Street

365 W 52nd St

1075 1st Ave

1057 First Avenue

1069 1st Ave

544-548 W 50th St

338 East 53 Street

330 WEST 45TH STREET
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155 E 30th St

342 East 55th Street

25 Tudor City Place

Southgate Apartments III

110 E 36th St

IVY 30

The York

330 East 52nd Street

21 East 21st Street

330 EAST 54TH STREET
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428 W 46TH ST

105 Lexington Avenue

239 East 53rd Street

330 W 55th St

260 W 27th St

210 E 26th St

130 E 37th St

601 10TH AVE

104 East 31st Street

200 west 21st
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233 E 32nd St

231-233 E 53rd St

237 East 53rd Street

440 W 47th St

131-133 W 15th St

151 Lexington Avenue

327 East 34th Street

209 East 59th Street

The Beaux Arts

31 E 31st St
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223 East 58th Street

148 East 30

121 east 31st st

156-160 E 55th St

7-9 East 32nd Street

162 E 55th St

154 East 37th Street

207-215 E 27th St

Envoy Towers

Revere
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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 | $4,413 | $2,695 | $8,030 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,746 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,476 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,287 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,913 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $13,654 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMidtown, New York, NY
Ranked #3
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown is under $3,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown is 154 East 37th Street which is listed at $2,450, while the average apartment in Midtown costs $13,654.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown?
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 6 regular apartments in Midtown 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?
Cheap apartments in Midtown have an average cost of $108 which is $13,546 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City
Written by: Joshua Carlucci
New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC
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New York City is more than just a destination—it’s a way of life, especially for students eager to dive into a melting pot of cultures, endless activities, and academic prestige.

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