
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Murray Hill Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
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Welcoming ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 1

Spacious ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 1

Prime ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 3

Prime ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 4

Welcoming ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 3

Spacious ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 2

Amazing ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 2
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Amazing ROOM at The Park Avenue House, Unit 3

147 E 30th St

577 2nd Ave

155 E 30th St

25 Tudor City Place

110 E 36th St

The Lanthian

104 East 31st Street
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104 E 30th St

130 E 37th St

631 Second Ave

233 E 32nd St

151 Lexington Avenue

327 East 34th Street

148 East 30

316 LEXINGTON AVE
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121 east 31st st

154 East 37th Street

647 Second Ave

The Hermitage

15 E 36th St

Four Park Avenue

5 Tudor City Pl

441 third ave
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Murray Hill, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Murray Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray Hill Studio Apartments | $4,058 | $3,025 | $7,258 |
| Murray Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,232 | $3,195 | $8,380 |
| Murray Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,403 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
| Murray Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,414 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
| Murray Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,645 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Murray Hill Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Murray Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Murray Hill area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 154 East 37th Street priced from $2,450. 241 E 39th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,200. Here are the most affordable Murray Hill apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154 East 37th Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| 241 E 39th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| The Towne House | STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $3,495 |
| The Ambassador East | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,550 |
| The Nash | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $3,600 |
| 111 E 39th St | 1 Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Murray Hill, NY
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Murray Hill 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 Murray Hill apartment is the 202 E 35th St Model at 202 E 35th St starting at $7,995 with a $6.66 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Murray Hill 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 |
| 202 E 35th St | 202 E 35th St | 3BR,2BA | $6.66 |
| 137 E 38th St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $6.50 |
| 205 East 31st Street | Flex 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $5.35 |
| 337 E 41st St, Unit 2B | 337 E 41st St | Studio ,1BA | $6.38 |
| The Towne House | STUDIO / 1 BATH | Studio ,1BA | $6.66 |
| Wimbledon Tower | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $7.03 |
| 154 East 37th Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.90 |
| 241 E 39th St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.40 |
| 625 2nd Ave | 625 2nd Ave | Studio ,1BA | $7.05 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Murray Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Murray Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Murray Hill is under $3,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Murray Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Murray Hill is 137 E 38th St which is listed at $3,950, while the average apartment in Murray Hill costs $8,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Murray Hill?
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 2 regular apartments in Murray Hill 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 Murray Hill?
Cheap apartments in Murray Hill have an average cost of $153 which is $8,197 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Murray Hill.
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