Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough remained at $4,700 this month; those who wish to rent in popular neighborhoods must prove ready to dig into their pockets. No matter the time of year a renter is looking for a Manhattan apartment, they must remain vigilant if they wish to find a deal.
With the busy rental season in full swing, renters have more opportunities to find apartments that align with their wish lists, but prices are higher than during winter. The following listings under $2,650 boast in-unit laundry, fitness centers, and stainless steel appliances.
Best Manhattan Listings in July 2024
1. 43 East 1st Street #G1
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Neighborhood: Bowery
Price: $2,497
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 10.82%
This spacious downtown studio offers charming pre-war features, like exposed brick and decorative fireplace. The renovated apartment now boasts modern amenities like stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors as well. Throughout the unit, renters will also find closet space, a white bathroom, and large windows that welcome in natural light. Tenants will live in a building that is a three-minute walk to the F train.
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2. 114 East 122nd Street #8H
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Neighborhood: East Harlem
Price: $2,600
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 25.61%
Roommates and small families can consider this bright and beautiful apartment in East Harlem. The open-concept kitchen and living area has plenty of windows, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood floors and cabinets. Each bedroom includes a closet and can fit multiple pieces of furniture. The gross rent for this unit is $2,971, but it offers three months free on a 12-month lease for a net effective rate of $2,600. This pet-friendly unit rests on the 8th floor of an elevator building that’s a three-minute walk to the 4, 5, and 6 trains.
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3. 3920 Broadway #21
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Neighborhood: Washington Heights
Price: $1,250
Size: Room, Shared Bath
Percentage Below: 46.81%
Those looking to sublease a room can check out this bedroom oversized windows. Tenants will not need to pay a security deposit when they rent this room. Throughout the apartment, they can access the kitchen with stainless steel appliances and the in-unit washer and dryer. This apartment resides in an elevator building with a live-in super that is three minutes from the 1 train.
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4. 5 Tudor City Place #16
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Neighborhood: Midtown East
Price: $2,650
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 19.70%
Renters can acquire a studio in an amenity-filled building in Midtown. This unit has stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and room for dining chairs at the counter. The renovated unit resides on a high up floor and offers views of the East River through the oversized windows. Throughout the doorman building, tenants can access a fitness center, laundry facility, and elevators. This unit does not charge a broker fee and is an eight-minute walk to the 7 train.
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5. 305 West 150th Street #208
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Neighborhood: Harlem
Price: $2,595
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 13.36%
This modern one-bedroom apartment comes with a dishwasher, in-unit laundry, and stainless steel appliances. Throughout the unit, tenants will also find high ceilings and hardwood floors. This unit resides in a luxury doorman building with a fitness center, courtyard, bike room, and private storage. The building is a five-minute walk from the A, B, C, and D 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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