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Budget apartments for rent in Harlem, New York City

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Published on January 08, 2020
Budget apartments for rent in Harlem, New York City 620 Lenox Ave. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Harlem are hovering around $2,076, compared to a $2,800 one-bedroom median for New York City as a whole.

But how does the low-end pricing on a 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, is extremely walkable, is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.

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

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620 Lenox Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,650/month, this studio apartment, located at 620 Lenox Ave., is 10.6% less than the $1,845/month median rent for a studio in Harlem.

When it comes to building amenities, expect an elevator, on-site laundry and a resident lounge. The unit also comes with a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. Cats and dogs are not allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

208 W. 151st St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 208 W. 151st St., which, at 800 square feet, is also going for $1,650/month.

Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the full listing here.)

148 W. 142nd St.

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this apartment at 148 W. 142nd St., listed at $1,675/month.

The apartment features a dishwasher, hardwood flooring and in-unit laundry. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

48 W. 138th St.

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Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 48 W. 138th St., is listed for $1,695/month.

The apartment features a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and hardwood flooring. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The building features on-site laundry and secured entry. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

St. Nicholas Avenue and West 141st Street

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Photo: Zumper

Over at St. Nicholas Avenue and West 141st Street, there's this studio apartment, going for $1,700/month.

The unit comes with hardwood flooring. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Building amenities include an elevator and on-site laundry. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(View the listing here.)


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