
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,100 (18 Rentals)
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2301 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd

245 W 135th St

301 Saint Nicholas Ave

285 St Nicholas Ave

301 Saint Nicholas

4 Saint Nicholas Ter

2272 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd

174 W 137th St
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301 St Nicholas Ave

208 E 95th St

285 Saint Nicholas Ave

161 W 120th St

2036 2nd Ave

2028 2nd Ave

105 W 136th St

348 E 110th St

52 W 125th St
East Harlem
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East Harlem, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Harlem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Harlem 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,237 | $1,475 | $8,250 |
East Harlem 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,222 | $1,100 | $6,500 |
East Harlem 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,156 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
East Harlem 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $31,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Riello Edgewater priced from $2,416. 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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Riello Edgewater | 1B1B F4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,416 |
Estela Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,673 |
Third at Bankside | SK | Studio,1BA | $2,729 |
Halletts Point | 10 HLP - Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,761 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY
As of March 25, 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 Landmark Model at River Club Apartments starting at $4,039 with a $3.37 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 |
River Club Apartments | Landmark | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.37 |
166 East 88th Street | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $6.50 |
Edgewater Town Center Apartments | One Bedroom- 903 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
Riello Edgewater | 1 Bed 1 Bath - LUC | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
The Reserve | 2 Bed 1 Bath I | 2BR,1BA | $6.63 |
The Highgate | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.75 |
Estela Properties | Classic 1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.78 |
The Smile | Studio RH Kitchen | Studio ,1BA | $6.08 |
Third at Bankside | SA | Studio ,1BA | $7.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Harlem
What type of rentals are currently available in East Harlem?
There are currently 3824 Apartments for Rent in East Harlem, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,655 to $27,120. There are also 104 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Harlem ranging from $1,100 to $45,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Harlem?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Harlem ranges from $1,100 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,258.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Harlem?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Harlem range from $2,200 to $14,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,280 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,300.
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.

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