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Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, NY under $1200

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    1469 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10035
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    221 West 29Th Street, New York, NY 10001
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    45 W 139Th St, New York, NY 10037
    STUDIO $811+
    1 BED $971+
    2 BEDS $1,055+
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    306 W. 128Th Street, New York, NY 10027
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,091+
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    645 Never St, New York, NY 10006
    3 BEDS $1,200+
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Getting around in Manhattan, NY

89 /100
Very Walkable
100 /100
Rider's Paradise
63 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 89, Transit Score®: 100, Bike Score®: 63

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Manhattan, NY last updated?

Prices and availability in Manhattan, NY were last updated on 19 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Manhattan, NY?

The best apartments in Manhattan, NY are: SKY, The Broad Exchange Building, Two Lincoln Square, 1469 Fifth Avenue and 30 Carmine Street.

What type of rental buildings are in Manhattan, NY?

In Manhattan, 75% of the residents are renting compared to 25% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 53% of Manhattan’s rentals, 47% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 0.5% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Manhattan, NY under $1,200

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 16 apartments for rent in Manhattan, NY from 5 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $1,200, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

Manhattan, NY is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $1,200 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $811 in Manhattan, NY, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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