Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough increased to $4,850 this month; those wishing to rent in popular neighborhoods must be ready to dig into their pockets. Renters can browse Manhattan listings in June 2025 to find competitive rental opportunities.
As spring fades into summer, renters will now find more opportunities for great apartments. However, prices will increase now through the end of the summer, so renters must evaluate their budgets accordingly. The following Manhattan apartments for rent under $2,550 offer pre-warm charms, exposed brick, and oversized windows.
Best Manhattan Listings in June 2025
1. 550 West 161st Street #Studio
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Neighborhood: Washington Heights
Price: $2,150
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 0.00%
Renters can lease directly from the landlord with this charming uptown studio. The unit includes crown molding, hardwood floors, and wooden accents like a built-in wardrobe. Tenants can comfortably fit multiple pieces of bedroom and living room furniture in the living space, and tenants can rent the unit partially furnished or unfurnished. Throughout the rest of the unit, renters will appreciate the exposed brick fireplace, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of natural light. This studio resides on the second floor of a well-kept brownstone building that accepts cats and sits three minutes from the A and C trains.
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2. 619 West 142nd Street #1
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Neighborhood: Hamilton Heights
Price: $2,500
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 19.74%
Exposed brick fanatics can discover this one-bedroom apartment with a fireplace, gallery lighting, and two large windows in the living room. The tall and spacious living room leads into the smaller kitchen, featuring wooden cabinets and white appliances. In the rear-facing bedroom, renters will appreciate more hardwood floors, windows, and a ceiling fan. This June 2025 unit boasts historic neighborhood charm and includes an updated bathroom. The building includes a laundry room, and renters will live four minutes from the 1 train.
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3. 309 West 111th Street #24
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Neighborhood: Harlem
Price: $2,400
Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 37.66%
Roommates or those looking for an in-home office in June 2025 can consider this bright and welcoming two-bedroom apartment with numerous windows. The living area comfortably accommodates multiple pieces of furniture and rests next to the kitchen. The split kitchen includes white appliances, plenty of storage, and an extended counter with room for seating. Renters will find French doors that separate the bedrooms and spacious closets. Tenants can have pets in the building, and they will live three minutes from the C and B trains.
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4. 101 Allen Street #5C
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Neighborhood: Bowery
Price: $2,000
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 28.57%
Heading downtown, those who do not have as many belongings can consider this Bowery studio with updated features. The unit includes an elevated sleeping area, strategically located over several pieces of built-in storage. Renters will receive natural light through the two rear-facing windows, helping the unit stay relatively quiet. Tenants will use an updated kitchen, complete with white appliances, cabinets, and a tile backsplash. This unit also includes a split AC unit, a modern bathroom, and room for an office nook. Renters will live three minutes from the F train.
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5. 951 Amsterdam Avenue #5D
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Neighborhood: Upper West Side
Price: $2,550
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 45.75%
Tenants who want to live on the Upper West Side can consider this cost-effective one-bedroom. The living area boasts a spacious floor plan with two windows and room for multiple pieces of furniture. In the kitchen, they will find white appliances, cabinets, and gray countertops. More windows reside in the bedroom, and tenants can comfortably place a full-size bed in the area. This unit charges a reduced broker fee, and tenants can have pets in the apartment. This building is a four-minute walk from the 1 train.
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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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