Rent-stabilized apartments for rent in Midtown East

It means the apartment is in a regulated category that limits some rent increases and renewal terms. It does not guarantee a lower asking rent, and you should still review the lease details and unit documentation.

There are 295 rent-stabilized apartments for rent in Midtown East right now, with a median rent of $5,221.

The median rent on this page is $5,221, which gives you a quick snapshot of current pricing in Midtown East. Compare that against building condition, unit size, and any fees before deciding whether a place fits your budget.

Confirm the current legal rent, renewal terms, any fees, and whether the apartment’s status appears in the lease or rider. Also ask about move-in costs, utilities, and whether any extra charges are added outside the asking rent.

No. Rent-stabilized on Openigloo is a regulatory category, not income-restricted, subsidized, housing-lottery, NYCHA, HPD, or Section 8 housing. It reflects regulated rent and renewal protections, not an official affordable-housing program.

Openigloo uses the page’s scope for Midtown East in Manhattan and surfaces apartments that are tagged as rent-stabilized in the available data. It is a status filter, not a price filter, so the asking rent can still vary widely.

Location within Midtown East, building age, amenities, and lease terms can all affect the total monthly cost. A unit with a similar asking rent may still cost more once you add fees, utilities, and any broker fee or deposit.