Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough remained at $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 January 2025 to find competitive rental opportunities.
As renters settle into 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 outdoor space, stainless steel appliances, and access to building amenities.
Best Manhattan Listings in January 2025
1. 50 West 34th Street
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Neighborhood: Midtown South
Price: $1,850
Size: Room, Shared Bath
Percentage Below: 53.22%
Looking for a sublet option in Midtown? This furnished private room receives plenty of natural light and comfortably suits someone needing a space to stay through the end of August. This bedroom resides in a four-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, so renters must be comfortable living with roommates. Throughout the rest of the unit, tenants will find a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a spacious entryway. This apartment resides in a luxury building with a fitness center, laundry room, and WeWork-style sky lounge. Tenants will live three minutes from the B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, and W trains at Herald Square.
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2. 2. 515 West 168th Street #2B
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Neighborhood: Washington Heights
Price: $1,975
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 3.66%
Uptown renters can secure a studio apartment for under $2,000 if they rent this unit. This Manhattan listing in January 2025 is an attractive option for solo tenants. Renters will enter the unit through a long hallway that leads to the open-concept kitchen and living area. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and white cabinets, and the living space has two windows. This cat-friendly apartment resides in an elevator building with a live-in super. Renters will not pay a broker fee to secure this rental and will live three minutes from the A and C trains.
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3. 406 East 119th Street #5W
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Neighborhood: East Harlem
Price: $2,121
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 29.30%
Roommates or a small family can consider this two-bedroom apartment that resides on the fifth floor of a walk-up building. The unit opens into the kitchen that features white appliances, a window, and wooden cabinets. Each bedroom receives plenty of natural light, and hardwood floors run throughout the rooms. This pet-friendly unit charges a reduced broker fee, and tenants can access communal outdoor space around the building. Renters will live ten minutes away from the 6 train.
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4. 283 East 7th Street #1C
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Neighborhood: East Village
Price: $2,400
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 15.86%
Renters who prioritize semi-private outdoor space can consider this studio with a small backyard area. The unit includes a modern kitchenette with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets. In the living area, renters can fit multiple pieces of furniture and take advantage of the lofted area for extra storage space. Tenants will not pay a broker fee to rent this pet-friendly unit and will live in a building that is 14 minutes from the L train.
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5. 212 West 82nd Street #3C
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Neighborhood: Upper West Side
Price: $2,500
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 44.38%
This Upper West Side rental sits two blocks from Central Park, making it ideal for renters prioritizing outdoor space. The pre-war apartment opens directly to the open-concept kitchen and living area, complete with numerous windows, a stainless steel refrigerator, and wooden floors. In the bedroom, tenants can fit a bed and a few other pieces of furniture. The pet-friendly apartment resides in a building that is only three minutes from the 1 train.
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Methodology
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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