What does rent-stabilized mean on this page?

It means the apartments shown are tagged as rent-stabilized, a regulatory category tied to regulated rent increases and renewal protections. It is not a neighborhood name.

How many rent-stabilized apartments for rent are available in Central Harlem?

This page shows 30 apartments for rent in Central Harlem, Manhattan as of 2026-05-20.

What is the median rent on this page?

The median rent is $3,719, which can help you compare options, especially if you are budgeting for one- or two-bedroom apartments.

Is rent-stabilized housing the same as affordable housing?

No. Rent-stabilized housing is a regulatory category, not income-restricted, subsidized, lottery, NYCHA, HPD, or Section 8 housing.

How should I check fees and lease terms?

Confirm the full monthly cost before you apply, including broker fee, deposit, utilities, and any move-in charges. Also ask whether the lease includes renewal terms or other restrictions tied to the unit.

What should I know about Central Harlem apartments for rent?

Central Harlem commonly has 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms, so those unit types are often the main options to compare against your budget. The neighborhood also has a live inventory of 30 apartments for rent, which can change quickly.

What helps me evaluate a rent-stabilized unit on Openigloo?

Use building reviews and renter feedback to check for maintenance patterns, management issues, and lease clarity. Status alone does not tell you whether the apartment will fit your budget or rental timeline.

Rent-stabilized apartments for rent in Central Harlem

Central Harlem often has 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms, and this page currently shows 30 apartments for rent. That mix makes it useful for renters comparing space and monthly cost within Manhattan. Central Harlem has an average building rating of 3.5/5 across 50 rated buildings, an average tenancy length of 11.2 months based on 7 relisted units, and an average rent increase of 15.5% based on 60 relisted units (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Browse 30 rent-stabilized apartments for rent in Central Harlem, Manhattan. This page helps you narrow by a tenant-protection category that can limit certain rent increases and renewal changes, while keeping you focused on current inventory and asking rents. Openigloo adds renter-first context such as building reviews and other practical filters, so you can compare apartments before you tour. Rent-stabilized status does not replace a careful review of the lease, fees, or building rules, and the final monthly cost can still include more than the asking rent.

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What to check when comparing rent-stabilized apartments in Central Harlem, Manhattan

Rent-stabilized is a regulatory category, not a neighborhood label, so confirm the unit’s status before you apply.
Use the 30 apartments for rent count to gauge current supply in Central Harlem, but expect fast changes as units get rented.
The median rent is $3,719, which can help you compare one- and two-bedroom options in this area.
Ask about lease terms, renewal rules, and any rent-increase history before signing.
Review building-level signals on Openigloo, since tenant experiences can vary by property even within the same neighborhood.

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Rent-stabilized apartments for rent in Central Harlem

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Rent-stabilized

South Harlem·1 bed, 1 bath

3.5(9)

225 West 110 Street #10

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Central Harlem·2 beds, 1 bath

3.0(9)

17 West 125 Street #3A

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South Harlem·Studio, 1 bath

4.4(2)

2270 Frederick Douglass Boulevard #E

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Central Harlem·Studio, 1 bath

3.2(7)

620 Lenox Avenue #6J

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What to check when comparing rent-stabilized apartments in Central Harlem, Manhattan

Rent-stabilized is a regulatory category, not a neighborhood label, so confirm the unit’s status before you apply.
Use the 30 apartments for rent count to gauge current supply in Central Harlem, but expect fast changes as units get rented.
The median rent is $3,719, which can help you compare one- and two-bedroom options in this area.
Ask about lease terms, renewal rules, and any rent-increase history before signing.
Review building-level signals on Openigloo, since tenant experiences can vary by property even within the same neighborhood.