Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough increased to $4,550 this month; those wishing to rent in popular neighborhoods must be ready to dig into their pockets. Renters can browse Manhattan listings in February 2025 to find competitive rental opportunities.
Throughout the final full month of winter, those brave enough to find a unit in the cold weather may just find a gem. However, there are fewer units available at this time of year, so prospective tenants must still carefully search to find their next unit. The following Manhattan apartments for rent under $2,500 offer stainless steel appliances, closet space, and laundry facilities.
Best Manhattan Listings in February 2025
1. 137 West 112th Street #3B
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Neighborhood: Harlem
Price: $1,638
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 48.73%
Two or more occupants must move into this income-restricted apartment in Harlem. The unit offers a kitchen with white appliances, wooden cabinets, and a window that lets in natural light. Hardwood floors run throughout the remainder of the space, and tenants will find plenty of windows in the bedrooms and living room. Tenants must make the designated income level to qualify for the unit that resides on the third floor of a walkup building. This unit is only three minutes from the 2 and 3 trains.
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2. 304 East 41st Street #407A
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Neighborhood: Midtown East
Price: $2,500
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 28.47%
Renters who commute to the office most days may consider a Midtown apartment to decrease their travel time. This bright and welcoming studio in February 2025 receives plenty of natural light and features hardwood floors. The kitchenette includes stainless steel appliances, several cabinets, and enough room for additional storage space. Outside of the unit, renters will appreciate building amenities such as a 24-hour doorman, a fitness center, a garden, and a laundry room. This elevator unit is a six to seven-minute walk from the 4, 5, 6, and 7 trains.
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3. 675 Academy Street #4A
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Neighborhood: Inwood
Price: $2,500
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 7.41%
Uptown renters can consider this spacious one-bedroom apartment in Inwood. The unit’s bedroom includes enough space for a king-size bed, large windows, and hardwood floors. The separate kitchen includes mixed appliances, and renters can use some of the spacious floorplan for an at-home office when needed. Renters can lease the unit with furniture, making this an appealing option for those moving to the city. Tenants will live in a well-maintained building with a live-in super and laundry facilities. The building is a three-minute walk to the A train.
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4. 66 Pinehurst Avenue #C3
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Neighborhood: Washington Heights
Price: $2,400
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 16.67%
Prospective tenants looking to sublet through the end of 2025 can consider this unfurnished two-bedroom apartment. The unit’s kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and plenty of counter space. The bedrooms rest on either side of the unit, making this an appealing option for roommates. One bedroom offers a larger floor plan, and both include closets. Tenants will not pay a broker fee to rent this apartment, and they will live in a building that is three minutes from the A train.
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5. 306 East 89th Street #4A
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Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Price: $2,500
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 25.37%
Upper East Side renters can consider this bright and welcoming studio apartment with an oversized exposed brick fireplace in February 2025. The living space includes oversized windows and light hardwood floors. In the modern kitchen space, tenants will find stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and some counter space. Renters will live in a walk-up building that is three minutes from 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 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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