Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough remained at $4,595 this month; those wishing to rent in popular neighborhoods must be ready to dig into their pockets. Renters can browse Manhattan listings in April 2025 to find competitive rental opportunities.
With spring in season, renters will have more opportunities to find apartments throughout the borough this month. However, prices will also increase, so renters must keep tabs on the market to find their ideal unit. The following Manhattan apartments for rent under $2,500 offer laundry facilities, common outdoor space, and large closets.
Best Manhattan Listings in April 2025
1. 508 East 13th Street #25
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Neighborhood: East Village
Price: $2,290
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 42.68%
Renters looking for a unit downtown can consider this bright apartment in the East Village. The unit opens into the kitchen area, complete with white appliances and wooden cabinets. Renters will find the living room to the right, featuring two large windows, and the bedroom on the left. Hardwood floors run throughout the apartment, and tenants will appreciate the natural light. This renovated pre-war unit resides in a building with a live-in super that is a three-minute walk from the L train.
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2. 40 West 116th Street #B707
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Neighborhood: Harlem
Price: $2,500
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 9.29%
Renters looking for a spacious apartment can consider this generously sized studio in Harlem. The living area features an oversized window that welcomes plenty of natural light, and hardwood floors run throughout the space. Tenants can fit multiple pieces of bedroom and living room furniture in this area. This 500-square-foot unit includes a walk-in closet, a pantry, and plenty of bathroom storage. Tenants will find mixed appliances, a dishwasher, and white cabinets in the kitchen. This unit is in a full-service building with a fitness center, private courtyard, rooftop decks, and resident lounge. Tenants can pay for parking and should prepare for a condo board application with additional fees. The unit is three minutes from the 2 and 3 trains.
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3. 21 Magaw Place #6F
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Neighborhood: Washington Heights
Price: $2,291
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 27.55%
Roommates and small families can tour this two-bedroom unit with pre-war charm in April 2025. Renters will find a separate kitchen with white appliances and a dishwasher that includes space for additional storage racks. Hardwood floors and natural light run throughout the space. Each bedroom sits off the living room, and the primary includes French doors and closet space. Renters could convert the second bedroom into a home office if needed. This unit sits on the sixth floor of a walk-up building that includes laundry. Renters will live three minutes from the A train and five minutes from the 1.
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4. 217 West 106th Street #1D
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Neighborhood: Upper West Side
Price: $2,500
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 46.50%
This one-bedroom apartment boasts high ceilings and resides in a historic brownstone on a tree-lined block. Inside the unit, tenants will find a separate kitchen with white appliances and room for a table and chairs. The living room has a window for natural light, and the bedroom includes room for a full-size bed. This pre-war apartment allows pets and is in a building three minutes from the 1 train.
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5. 410 East 74th Street #1D
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Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Price: $2,495
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 24.39%
Upper East Side renters can tour this studio apartment in April 2025, which has hardwood floors and large windows. The living area faces the street and includes a spacious floor plan. The separate kitchen includes white appliances, cabinets, and a window. This no broker fee unit allows pets and is in an elevator building with a laundry room. The building is a five-minute walk to the Q train.
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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 Manhattan best deals 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 the market within days. 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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