Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. Summer is here and median prices for an apartment in the borough has quickly risen and increased again to $5,495 this month. Renters can browse the best Manhattan listings in August of 2026 for under $4,600 to find competitive rental opportunities.
During springtime, renters had less competition from other renters for great apartments. However, now that we’re in the peak summer rental season, renters must act quick to take advantage of the available inventory due to competition from other renters. The following Manhattan listings in August of 2026 for rent under $4,600 offer laundry access in the building, private balcony, backyard spaces, and more.
Best Manhattan listings in August of 2026 under $4,600
1. 33 Gold Street #418
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Neighborhood: Financial District
Price: $3,750
Size: 1 Flex 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 31.76%
First up this month, is a one-bedroom listing located in a pre-war Financial District building. This unit can be converted into two bedrooms and comes with an elevated sleeping area plus its own private balcony. Prospective tenants will get to enjoy a spacious layout with high ceilings and other amenities such as a 24-hour doorman, package service, laundry on each floor, and elevator access. Additional, pets are welcome!
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2. 326 West 45th Street #4
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Neighborhood: Hell’s Kitchen
Price: $3,850
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 40.03%
Next up, folks who love having outdoor space to host won’t want to miss out on this listing. This two bedroom unit in Hell’s Kitchen is located in a walk-up building but prospective tenants will have access to a huge shared backyard space. The unit itself comes with queen-sized bedrooms and a recently renovated bathroom and kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The building comes with free wifi and also free washer and dryer access.
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3. 106 Fulton Street #13D
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Neighborhood: Financial District
Price: $4,000
Size: 1 Bed and Flex 2, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 27.21%
This luxurious modern unit comes with all sorts of amazing features and features such as hardwood pine floors, high ceilings, dishwasher, and on-site laundry in the basement of the building. Prospective tenants will also get to enjoy quick access to a live-in super, virtual doorman, package room, and concierge. Best yet, cats and dogs are allowed.
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4. 427 East 76th Street #3C
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Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Price: $4,600
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 35.21%
This relatively large two bedroom unit in the Upper East Side can be further converted into a three bedroom unit for prospective tenants. This unit comes with stainless steel appliances, plenty of natural light, and large closets. Tenants will elevator access to the unit and find laundry on site. Available for move in starting 9/1/26.
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5. 305 Convent Avenue #33
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Neighborhood: Harlem
Price: $3,500
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 12.39%
Last but not least, don’t miss out on this large two bedroom unit located in Harlem. Thanks to the many windows in this unit, there’s plenty of sunlight that hits the space. The kitchen is filled with stainless steel full-sized appliances, including a dishwasher. Pets are allowed and there is laundry in the building for convenience. For commuters, this unit is located at a close distance to the local subway stop.
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Released on a monthly basis, the RentHop Best Deal series aims to provide renters with useful market insights and a chance to identify rental gems currently available on the market. These Manhattan best deals are hand-selected by the team at RentHop based on a few factors, including layout, apartment size, features, and, more importantly, price.
Note that, given the fast-paced nature of the rental market in New York, certain listings may receive applications and be taken off the market within days. If you are interested in scheduling a showing or have further questions, please make sure to submit an inquiry via the inquiry submission form located on the listing page.
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