Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough decreased to $4,500 this month; those wishing to rent in popular neighborhoods must be ready to dig into their pockets. Renters can browse Manhattan listings in December 2024 to find competitive rental opportunities.
With fall turning into winter, the borough boasts more opportunities for lower-priced apartments. However, inventory can decrease during this time of year, so prospective renters must move quickly to sign their next lease. The following Manhattan apartments for rent under $2,500 offer exposed brick fireplaces, laundry facilities, and stainless steel appliances.
Best Manhattan Listings in December 2024
1. 536 East 89th Street #B
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Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Price: $2,275
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 30.53%
Upper East Side renters can tour this competitively-priced studio apartment with pre-war charm. The unit directly opens into the living area, featuring hardwood floors, exposed brick, and a decorative fireplace. Throughout the unit, tenants will find a separate kitchen with white finishes and multiple closets. This is an extended lease opportunity, and renters can get a free month off of a lease that ends in May 2026. The unit also offers a reduced broker fee and resides in a building that is a nine-minute walk from the Q train.
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2. 2. 94 Hamilton Place #6D
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Neighborhood: Harlem
Price: $2,450
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 12.44%
This one-bedroom Manhattan listing receives plenty of natural light, as the living room includes three windows. Hardwood floors run throughout this apartment, and the separate kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and light wooden cabinets. The spacious south-facing bedroom also receives natural light and includes two closets. Renters could use the foyer as an at-home office and will appreciate the in-unit laundry. This elevator building is a four-minute walk from the 1 train.
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3. 495 Amsterdam Avenue
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Neighborhood: Upper West Side
Price: $1,850
Size: Room, Shared Bath
Percentage Below: 43.08%
Renters looking for a single room can consider this rental opportunity on the Upper West Side. The bedroom includes pre-war charms like exposed brick and hardwood floors. Renters will also appreciate central air throughout the unit. Throughout the four-bedroom apartment, tenants will share common areas that include a washer and dryer, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of windows. This no-fee apartment is a four-minute walk from the 1 train.
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4. 537 West 158th Street #52
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Neighborhood: Washington Heights
Price: $2,500
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 13.79%
Roommates, small families, and couples can tour this two-bedroom apartment with exposed brick. The unit’s living room includes a large floorplan, hardwood floors, and multiple windows. Tenants will find plenty of counter space and stainless steel appliances in the separate windowed kitchen. Each bedroom offers room for a queen bed, and the renovated bathroom features white finishes. This unit resides on the sixth floor of a walk-up building that has laundry in the basement and a live-in super. The pet-friendly building is a three-minute walk from the 1 train.
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5. 327 East 54th Street #4B
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Neighborhood: Midtown East
Price: $2,317
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 33.71%
Renters looking for a short commute can rent this Manhattan listing with pre-war charms. Tenants will find white exposed brick and a fireplace in the living area, which includes enough room for multiple pieces of furniture. The kitchen includes white appliances, and renters could add more storage if needed. This is a rent-stabilized apartment, making it attractive for those who plan to stay in the area for several years. Renters will live four minutes from the E and M trains.
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Released on a monthly basis, the RentHop Best Deal series aims to provide renters with useful market insights and a chance to identify rental gems currently available on the market. These listings are hand-selected by the team at RentHop based on a few factors, including layout, apartment size, features, and more importantly, price.
Note that, given the fast-paced nature of the rental market in New York, certain listings may receive applications and be taken off within days on market. If you are interested in scheduling a showing or have further questions, please make sure to submit an inquiry via the inquiry submission form located on the listing page.
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