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East Harlem
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!
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2593-2595 Frederick Douglass Blvd
2593-2595 Frederick Douglass BlvdNew York, NY 10030
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New York's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about New York and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Joshua Carlucci
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Harlem Studio Apartments | $3,884 | $2,100 | $6,350 |
| East Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,764 | $2,700 | $9,589 |
| East Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,278 | $2,345 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,331 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,326 | $1,375 | $10,000+ |
| East Harlem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,247 | $4,995 | $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 $1,860. The Octagon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,180. Here are the most affordable East Harlem apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - D | 4BR,2BA | $1,860 |
| The Octagon | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,180 |
| 173 E 116th St | 173 E 116th St | 1BR,1BA | $2,484 |
| Estela Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,673 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY
As of April 04, 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 - H Model at The Reserve starting at $2,008 with a $1.85 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oyster | Belon | 2BR,2BA | $4.94 |
| The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - H | 4BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| River Club Apartments | Berkeley | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| 166 East 88th Street | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5.90 |
| 267 W 121st St, Unit #2 | 267 W 121st St | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Edgewater Town Center Apartments | One Bedroom- 903 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Exo | 2K | 2BR,1BA | $4.78 |
| 258 E 138th St, Unit 3 | 258 E 138th St | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
| 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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Best Local Schools in East Harlem, New York, NY
PS 102 Jacques Cartier
New York City Geographic District 4 Manhattan
Public School - Grades PK-5 (145)
2 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Harlem Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Harlem?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Harlem is under $2,673.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Harlem?
The cheapest apartment in East Harlem is 173 E 116th St which is listed at $2,484, while the average apartment in East Harlem costs $6,247.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Harlem?
Cheap apartments in East Harlem have an average cost of $1,143 which is $5,104 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Harlem.
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