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Apartments for rent in Manhattan

This page covers apartments for rent in Manhattan, with 5,668+ current options across neighborhoods like Chelsea, the Upper East Side, Hell's Kitchen, and the East Village. Use it to narrow by area, price, and apartment type while keeping an eye on how rents vary across the borough. Openigloo helps you compare renter-first details like building reviews, landlord patterns, and verified apartment information when available. In Manhattan, the monthly asking rent is only part of the picture, so it is worth checking fees, utilities, deposit requirements, and lease terms before you apply.

Apartments for rent in trending Manhattan neighborhoods

Studio apartments are best for solo renters who don't need a separate bedroom and want the simplest, most budget-efficient setup for a given neighborhood.

1-bedroom apartments are ideal if you want true separation between sleep and daily life — great for couples, light work-from-home, or anyone who values privacy.

2-bedroom apartments are the go-to for roommates or anyone who wants a dedicated office/guest room without jumping to a much larger home.

3-bedroom apartments are typically for families or established roommate groups who want long-term stability and more functional space.

Verified apartments have confirmed availability and you can apply to these apartments directly on openigloo. Use this as your "high-confidence" starting set before you narrow further by budget, bedrooms, or neighborhood.

Top-rated buildings are highly reviewed and rated 4+ stars by past and current renters. Apartments in these buildings are for renters optimizing for the overall living experience rather than just the unit itself.

Rent-stabilized apartments entitle you to lease renewal and limited rent increases. This inventory is for renters who want more predictable rent dynamics and are willing to be flexible on exact finishes or amenities.

What to check before for apartments in Manhattan

  • Manhattan has 5,668+ apartments for rent right now, and the $5,500 median rent shows how much prices can vary by neighborhood and building.
  • Use neighborhood filters to compare areas like Hell's Kitchen, Yorkville, Lenox Hill, Kips Bay, and the East Village.
  • Check building reviews and landlord patterns before applying, since the same borough can have very different tenant experiences.
  • Confirm the full move-in cost, including broker fee, deposit, application fees, and any utility charges.
  • If you are budgeting for a move, compare the asking rent with the building's rules, lease length, and any required documentation.

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Apartments for rent in other NYC boroughs

Each borough has a different mix of inventory. Explore apartments for rent in NYC boroughs and find the best fit for your priorities. Start broad, then narrow by bedrooms, budget, and building quality signals.

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