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Apartments for Rent in New York City, NY under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in New York City, NY under $1200. 47 Rentals Available
  • a building under construction with cars parked in front of it
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    1469 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10035
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    221 West 29Th Street, New York, NY 10001
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room and kitchen with a table and chairs
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    45 W 139Th St, New York, NY 10037
    STUDIO $811+
    1 BED $971+
    2 BEDS $1,055+
  • a building with a fire escape on the side of a street
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    2486 Morris Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10468
    2 BEDS $839+
  • A silver car is parked on the side of the street in front of a building.
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    The New 1050 Hancock Street HDFC, Brooklyn, NY 11221
    STUDIO $486+
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    75-10 Grand Central Parkway West, Forest Hills, NY 11375
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
  • the front door of a brick building with a
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    2690 WEBB AVENUE, BRONX, NY 10468
    STUDIO $759+
  • a kitchen with black appliances and granite counter tops
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    306 W. 128Th Street, New York, NY 10027
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,091+
  • a rendering of a grey building on a city street
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    2633 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11229
    STUDIO $350
  • a building with a fire escape on the side of a street
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    3540 Decatur Ave, Bronx, NY 10467
    STUDIO $1,054
  • A modern orange building with a green roof and a glass facade.
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    345 St. Ann's Ave., Bronx, NY 10454
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    1 BED Ask for Pricing
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  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
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    645 Never St, New York, NY 10006
    3 BEDS $1,200+
  • A living room with a brown chair and a black and white rug.
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    946 Bushwick Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221
    2 BEDS $896+
  • A tall apartment building with a bicycle parked in front.
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    402-422 Snediker Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207
    STUDIO $812
    1 BED $990
    2 BEDS $1,001
  • A tall apartment building with a bicycle parked in front.
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    226 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11226
    STUDIO $147
  • the front of a brick building with a glass door
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    1278 UNION AVENUE, BRONX, NY 10459
    STUDIO $659+
  • a kitchen with black appliances and granite counters and wood cabinets
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    975 Tiffany Street, New York, NY 10459
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
  • A street view of a building with a storefront at the corner.
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    152 Norman Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222
    STUDIO $500
  • A black dining table with four chairs and a vase of flowers is in the foreground of a well-lit room with a large window and a grey sofa in the background.
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    92 Lexington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
    STUDIO $1,139+
  • A black dining table with four chairs and a vase of flowers is in the foreground of a well-lit room with a large window and a grey sofa in the background.
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    429 Lincoln Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11238
    STUDIO $730+
  • A black dining table with four chairs and a vase of flowers is in the foreground of a well-lit room with a large window and a grey sofa in the background.
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    104 6Th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
    STUDIO $786+
  • A white house with blue shutters and a wooden walkway leading to the front door.
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    451 State Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217
    STUDIO $874+
  • A white house with a grey roof and a blue door.
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    536 9Th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
    STUDIO $995+
  • A large, old building with a black door and a fire escape on the side.
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    392 CLINTON AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
    2 BEDS $664+
  • a rendering of a white building on a city street
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    1047 Beach 21St Street, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
    Income Restricted
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in New York City, NY last updated?

Prices and availability in New York City, NY were last updated on 1 Dec 2025.

What are the best apartments in New York City, NY?

The best apartments in New York City, NY are: SKY, 27 on 27th, 544 Union, 568 Union and 62-41 Forest Avenue.

What type of rental buildings are in New York City, NY?

In New York City, 67% of the residents are renting compared to 33% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 36% of New York City’s rentals, 61% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 2% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in New York City, NY under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in New York City, NY, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in New York City, NY. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 30 apartments for rent below $1,200 in New York City, NY for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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