
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $300 (83 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

4 St Nicholas Terrace

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

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Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

23 E 109th St
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

4 St Nicholas Terrace

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Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

23 E 109th St

2254 2nd Ave

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East Harlem - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in New York
Named as one of the Best Affordable Areas to rent in New York by our New York, NY Local Expert Joshua Carlucci. See how it ranks!

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 5 bed/2 bath Home

23 E 109th St

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

311 E 105th St

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

23 E 109th St
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285 St Nicholas Ave

285 St Nicholas Ave

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

4 St Nicholas Terrace

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

23 E 109th St

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

285 St Nicholas Ave

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

23 E 109th St

Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home

23 E 109th St

Private bedroom in 5 bed/2 bath Home

285 St Nicholas Ave

Private bedroom in 2 bed/1 bath Home
East Harlem, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Harlem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Harlem Studio Apartments | $3,880 | $2,050 | $9,000 |
East Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
East Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,568 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
East Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,634 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
East Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,648 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
East Harlem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,407 | $1,325 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Available East Harlem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Harlem area of New York, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve priced from $1,770. Estela Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,673. Here are the most affordable East Harlem apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - F | 4BR,2BA | $1,770 |
Estela Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,673 |
Third at Bankside | SN | Studio,1BA | $2,736 |
The Octagon | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,920 |
The Smile | Studio RH Kitchen | Studio,1BA | $3,000 |
605 W 112th St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,200 |
River Club Apartments | Berkeley | 2BR,2BA | $3,539 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Harlem area is the $4.94 price per square foot Belon Model at The Oyster in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value East Harlem apartment is the 4 Bed 2 Bath - G Model at The Reserve starting at $1,910 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Harlem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Oyster | Belon | 2BR,2BA | $4.94 |
The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - G | 4BR,2BA | $1.76 |
166 East 88th Street | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5.90 |
River Club Apartments | Berkeley | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
267 W 121st St, Unit #2 | 267 W 121st St | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Edgewater Town Center Apartments | One Bedroom- 903 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
The Octagon | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $6.59 |
605 W 112th St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.25 |
Estela Properties | Classic 1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.78 |
416 E 117th St, Unit 2B | 416 E 117th St | Studio ,1BA | $5.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Harlem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Harlem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Harlem is at Estela Properties listed at $2,673.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Harlem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Harlem Apartment is $3,050 at Estela Properties.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Harlem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Harlem is starting from $3,539 at River Club Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Octagon and starts from $6,647.
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