Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough increased to $5,000 this month; those wishing to rent in popular neighborhoods must be ready to dig into their pockets. Renters can browse Manhattan listings in July 2025 to find competitive rental opportunities.
With summer underway, renters will now find more opportunities for great apartments. However, prices will increase now through the end of the season, so renters must evaluate their budgets accordingly. The following Manhattan apartments for rent under $2,600 offer laundry facilities, dishwashers, and access to building amenities.
Best Manhattan Listings in July 2025
1. 1630 Madison Avenue #4B
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Neighborhood: Harlem
Price: $2,450
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 9.09%
Tenants can easily access New York City’s newest public pool when they live in this Harlem apartment. The unit resides one block away from the top corner of Central Park, and is only a five-minute walk from the 6 train, or a seven-minute walk from the 2 and 3 trains. Inside the apartment, renters will appreciate plenty of living space where they’ll comfortably fit a bed and living room furniture. The kitchen includes mixed appliances, a dishwasher, and plenty of counter space for at-home cooks. Tenants will appreciate a spacious bathroom with a tub and plenty of mirrors. This pet-friendly unit resides in an amenity building with an elevator, fitness center, laundry room, and common outdoor space.
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2. 423 East 90th Street #6C
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Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Price: $2,500
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 21.88%
Upper East Side renters will appreciate the natural light that beams in through this studio apartment. The unit includes a bay window with multiple panes and room for an air conditioner. Hardwood floors run throughout the space, which includes enough room for a bed and multiple pieces of living room furniture. Renters will access a separate kitchen with a dishwasher, white appliances, and pale wooden cabinets. Tenants can have pets in this apartment, and they’ll live in an elevator building with a virtual doorman and laundry facilities. This apartment is a seven-minute walk from the Q train.
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3. 70 Post Avenue #5E
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Neighborhood: Inwood
Price: $2,200
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 20.40%
Renters who do not mind living further uptown can consider this Inwood apartment in a quiet pre-war building. The unit opens into the living space, and renters can turn left to access the kitchen. In the kitchen, they’ll find stainless steel appliances, plenty of counter space, and dark wood cabinets that match the exposed brick in the living area. This apartment includes a smaller separate room in addition to the living room and bedroom. Renters could use this space as an office, nursery, or storage area. This renovated apartment resides in a building that is only four minutes from the 1 train and six minutes from the A train.
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4. 515 West 168th Street #6N
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Neighborhood: Washington Heights
Price: $2,300
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: On par
Continuing with the uptown focus, renters can also consider this Washington Heights studio with modern features. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, and white cabinets, and it opens into the rest of the living space. This renovated unit features two windows, a closet, and a small additional room. This smaller unit is better suited for an individual renter, as it features under 300 square feet. Tenants can have a cat in the building, and they will live three minutes from the A and C trains.
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5. 144 East 40th Street #144
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Neighborhood: Murray Hill
Price: $2,600
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 28.28%
Renters who only plan to stay in the city for a couple of months can consider this bedroom in a Midtown hotel. Tenants can choose between rooms with communal or shared bathrooms, and the unit offers a private space. The room includes small kitchen amenities like a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and kettle. Throughout the remaining space, they’ll find a bed, a television, and a study desk. Tenants can access a communal laundry room and will live steps away from Midtown spaces, including the 4, 5, 6, 7, and shuttle trains at Grand Central.
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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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