Let’s face it: New York isn’t exactly the most affordable place to live. However, New Yorkers are paying for a one-of-a-kind experience. From unique events like the Tribeca Film Festival to some of the best dining in the world, it’s no wonder so many people wants to make the move to NYC—and building managers are setting prices to match the demand. Lucky for you, Platinum Properties knows the market, and we’re here to help.

These handy lists of average rent prices will aid in your search for the perfect apartment. All information is taken from the June 2015 Manhattan Rental Market Report.

Average Studio Rent by Neighborhood (No Doorman / Doorman)

*sorted from least to most expensive by Doorman

  1. Harlem – $1,677 / $2,493
  2. Midtown East – $2,180 / $2,672
  3. Murray Hill – $2,228 / $2,680
  4. Upper East Side – $2,087 / $2,751
  5. Upper West Side – $2,202 / $2,842
  6. Gramercy Park – $2,407 / $2,906
  7. SoHo – $3,157 / $2,973
  8. Midtown West – $2,184 / $3,021
  9. Financial District – $2,425 / $3,056
  10. Battery Park City – N/A / $3,103
  11. Lower East Side – $2,128 / $3,215
  12. Greenwich Village – $2,568 / $3,288
  13. East Village – $2,173 / $3,354
  14. Chelsea – $2,498 / $3,387
  15. TriBeCa – $4,200 / $3,983

Average One-Bedroom Rent by Neighborhood (No Doorman / Doorman)

            *sorted from least to most expensive by Doorman

  1. Harlem – $2,157 / $3,434
  2. Upper East Side – $2,553 / $3,768
  3. Battery Park City – N/A / $3,868
  4. Upper West Side – $2,835 / $3,924
  5. Midtown East – $2,828 / $3,945
  6. Murray Hill – $2,743 / $3,961
  7. Midtown West – $2,698 / $4,002
  8. Lower East Side – $2,634 / $4,048
  9. Financial District – $3,553 / 4,049
  10. Gramercy Park – $3,249 / $4,212
  11. East Village – $2,776 / $4,665
  12. Chelsea – $3,579 / $4,830
  13. Greenwich Village – $3,593 / $4,877
  14. TriBeCa – $5,235 / $5,283
  15. SoHo – $3,807 / $6,429

Average Two-Bedroom Rent by Neighborhood (No Doorman / Doorman)

*sorted from least to most expensive by Doorman

  1. Harlem – $2,688 / $4,708
  2. Murray Hill – $4,132 / $5,491
  3. Midtown East – $3,759 / $5,620
  4. Financial District – $5,993  / $5,734
  5. Midtown West – $3,590 / $5,926
  6. Lower East Side – $3,608  / $6,129
  7. Upper West Side – $3,621 / $6,154
  8. Upper East Side – $3,261 / $6,254
  9. Battery Park City – N/A / $6,607
  10. Greenwich Village – $4,966 / $6,717
  11. Gramercy Park – $3,888 / $6,826
  12. TriBeCa – $6,831  / $6,958
  13. Chelsea – $4,972 / $7,103
  14. East Village – $3,732 / $7,212
  15. SoHo – $4,995  / $8,186

Of course, the price isn’t the only thing you need to consider in your search. How nice is the neighborhood? Is the area family-friendly? Where’s the nearest subway station? Most importantly: is it close to your favorite brunch spot?

Get in touch with an experienced Platinum Properties agent today. We’ll help you find amazing NYC apartments at the best price.