Cheap Homes for Rent in Harlem Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,800 (155 Rentals)

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Harlem, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Harlem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harlem area of New York, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve priced from $1,860. Hillside Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,225. Here are the most affordable Harlem apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Reserve4 Bed 2 Bath - D4BR,2BA$1,860
Hillside Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,225
605 W 112th StStudioStudio,1BA$2,300
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,500
3133 Broadway1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,795
River Club ApartmentsCarteret1BR,1BA$2,839
The SmileStudio LH KitchenStudio,1BA$3,200
The River CliffApartment 01D2BR,1BA$3,499
FIAT House1C1BR,1BA$3,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harlem, NY

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 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 Harlem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The OysterBelon2BR,2BA$4.94
The Reserve4 Bed 2 Bath - H4BR,2BA$1.85
267 W 121st St, Unit #2267 W 121st St1BR,1BA$2.92
Edgewater Town Center ApartmentsOne Bedroom- 903 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$2.99
122 La Salle Street3 BR, 1 Bath3BR,1BA$4.82
Hillside Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.67
River Club ApartmentsCarteret1BR,1.5BA$3.55
The River CliffApartment 01D2BR,1BA$5.00
605 W 112th StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.25
3133 Broadway1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.59

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harlem

What type of rentals are currently available in Harlem?

There are currently 3963 Apartments for Rent in Harlem, NY with pricing that ranges from $800 to $27,120. There are also 286 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harlem ranging from $1,895 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Harlem?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harlem ranges from $1,895 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,799.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Harlem?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harlem range from $1,175 to $14,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,075.

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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