According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Harlem are hovering around $2,095, compared to a $2,850 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 your money?
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 relatively bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.
Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)
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150 W. 140th St.
Listed at $1,650/month, this studio apartment, located at 150 W. 140th St., is 10.8% less than the $1,850/month median rent for a studio in Harlem.
In the unit, the listing promises hardwood flooring and central heating. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the complete listing here.)
West 139th Street and Lenox Avenue
This studio apartment, situated at West 139th Street and Lenox Avenue, is listed for $1,695/month.
Expect to see a dishwasher and air conditioning in the unit. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and assigned parking. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the complete listing here.)
Frederick Douglas Boulevard
Check out this studio apartment at Frederick Douglas Boulevard, listed at $1,699/month.
The unit features hardwood flooring, a dishwasher, stainless steel appliances and central heating. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.
(Here's the listing.)
557 W. 149th St.
This studio apartment, situated at 557 W. 149th St., is listed for $1,705/month.
In the unit, expect to find hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The building offers on-site management. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(See the listing here.)
2 W. 120th St.
Over at 2 W. 120th St., there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, going for $1,725/month.
The apartment has hardwood flooring and a renovated kitchen. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
(View the listing here.)
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