Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough remained at $4,700 this month; those who wish to rent in popular neighborhoods must prove ready to dig into their pockets. No matter the time of year a renter is looking for a Manhattan apartment, they must remain vigilant if they wish to find a deal.
Renters still have time to partake in the busy rental season and choose from many apartment options. The following Manhattan apartments for rent under $2,450 offer closet space, laundry facilities, and reduced broker fees.
Best Manhattan Listings in August 2024
1. 2305 2nd Avenue #34
Price: $1,900
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 36.56%
Renters can tour this pre-war apartment with details like exposed brick and a fireplace. Upon entering the apartment, renters will step directly into the living room, with a separate kitchen across the way. The kitchen receives natural light and includes white appliances, hardwood cabinets, and room for a small table and chairs. This renovated unit allows pets and charges a reduced broker fee. Tenants will live a six-minute walk from the 6 train.
2. 155 East 52nd Street #7OK
Price: $2,250
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 34.78%
Those who prioritize a quick commute in Midtown can consider this one-bedroom apartment with hardwood floors. The apartment includes an open-concept kitchen and living area om with white appliances and hardwood cabinets. Tenants can fit several pieces of furniture in the space, besides a bed, and access the renovated bathroom with white fixtures. Throughout the building, tenants will find a laundry room, elevator, and doorman. This apartment is a three-minute walk to the E and M trains.
3. 327 East 3rd Street #4E
Price: $2,195
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 43.65%
This one-bedroom apartment recently came down in price, making it an appealing option for someone looking for their own space. Natural sunlight shines through multiple windows throughout the unit, and the apartment includes hardwood floors. In the separate windowed kitchen, renters will use stainless steel appliances. Renters must pass a board approval to acquire this unit but will pay a reduced broker fee. This apartment resides in a walk-up building that is a 12-minute walk to the J, Z, and M trains.
4. 2260 1st Avenue #3
Price: $2,450
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 27.84%
Renters who work from home can tour this two-bedroom apartment with a separate home office. The apartment features plenty of closets and overhead storage space. In the kitchen, tenants will use white appliances and find many cabinets. This apartment resides in a three-family brownstone and allows one pet, up to 20 pounds. Prospective tenants will pay a reduced broker fee and live a nine-minute walk from the 6 train.
5. 335 East 92nd Street #4D
Price: $2,300
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 19.30%
This spacious studio allows space for various pieces of furniture and receives natural light through two windows. The unit includes hardwood floors, a large closet, and a white tiled bathroom. Tenants will enter the unit and find the separate kitchen directly in front of them, which includes white appliances and a window. This renovated pre-war unit allows pets and resides five minutes from the Q train.
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Released on a monthly basis, the RentHop Best Deal series aims to provide renters with useful market insights and a chance to identify rental gems currently available on the market. These listings are hand-selected by the team at RentHop based on a few factors, including layout, apartment size, features, and more importantly, price.
Note that, given the fast-paced nature of the rental market in New York, certain listings may receive applications and be taken off within days on market. If you are interested in scheduling a showing or have further questions, please make sure to submit an inquiry via the inquiry submission form located on the listing page.
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