Affordable buildings near transit in Midtown
Midtown is a large, renter-focused area in Manhattan where affordable options near transit can reduce commute time. On Openigloo, this scope includes 16+ buildings that match the affordable + near-transit filters. In Midtown, rated buildings average 3.8/5 across 43 rated buildings (building-level trends; individual units can differ)
Affordable buildings near transit in Midtown, Manhattan: Openigloo shows 16+ eligible buildings that match the market-relative affordable filter and are near subway options. Use Openigloo to compare buildings with renter-first signals like rated building performance (where available) plus Openigloo review data and building Q&A. For the near-transit + affordable combo, verify the full monthly cost (not just the asking rent) and confirm what the building requires during move-in.
Affordable buildings near transit in Midtown
Showing 1–16 of 16 affordable buildings near transit in Midtown.

250 West 49 Street
Midtown
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230 West 55 Street
Midtown
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55 West 55 Street
Midtown
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112 West 56 Street
Midtown

235 West 48 Street
Midtown

211 West 56 Street
Midtown

150 West 51 Street
Midtown

250 West 50 Street
Midtown

260 West 52 Street
Midtown

242 West 53 Street
Midtown

150 West 58 Street
Midtown
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145 West 55 Street
Midtown

57 W 58 St
Midtown

135 East 54 Street
Midtown
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123 East 54 Street
Midtown

106 Central Park South
Midtown
What to check before for affordable buildings near transit in Midtown
- Filter meaning (affordable): a building’s median asking rent is below Midtown’s median; this is market-relative, not income-restricted, and it is not subsidized.
- Near-transit match: use the map and address details to confirm your exact commute by walking distance and transfer options, since “near” can vary block to block.
- Before applying, ask how the building handles the full monthly cost: broker fee, deposit, and any utility responsibilities that change what you pay in practice.
- Confirm eligibility and rules that can affect move-in timing: lease start date flexibility, required income/guarantor documents, and any limits on pets if applicable.
- If you’re comparing multiple buildings, keep an eye on lease terms and renewal expectations so the rent you see today aligns with your plan.