
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in New York, NY Under $1,600 (388 Rentals)
Rental terms in New York as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


4 W 108th St

2254 2nd Ave

961 Columbus Ave

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23 E 109th St

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961 Columbus Ave

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New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New York?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
New York Studio Apartments | $3,510 | $600 | $10,000+ |
New York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,551 | $735 | $10,000+ |
New York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,403 | $1,188 | $10,000+ |
New York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,587 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
New York 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,860 | $960 | $10,000+ |
New York 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,475 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
New York 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,274 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
New York 7 Bedroom Apartments | $7,850 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term New York Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in New York?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in New York is at 444 Franklin Ave listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term New York Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in New York is $6,600.
What is the largest Short-term New York Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in New York is a 16,140 square feet unit starting from $6,480 at 20 E 31st St.
What is the average size for New York Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in New York is currently at 870 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City
Written by: Joshua Carlucci
New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.

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Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.