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Budget apartments for rent in East Harlem, New York City

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Published on November 20, 2019
Budget apartments for rent in East Harlem, New York City159 E. 99th St. | Photos: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in East Harlem are hovering around $2,100, compared to a $2,730 one-bedroom median for New York City as a whole.

But how does the low-end pricing on an East Harlem rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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159 E. 99th St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,725/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence, located at 159 E. 99th St., is 17.9% less than the $2,100/month median rent for a one-bedroom in East Harlem.

The building offers an intercom. The unit also features high ceilings and hardwood flooring. Pets are not welcome. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the complete listing here.)

Second Avenue

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at Second Avenue, listed at $1,899/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site management. You can also expect to find high ceilings, hardwood flooring and a renovated kitchen in the unit. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(Here's the listing.)

58 E. 130th St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Over at 58 E. 130th St., there's this 660-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, going for $2,000/month.

You can expect to see stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring and high ceilings in the unit. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(View the listing here.)


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