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Rental Market Trends in New York, NY

What is the average rent in New York, NY?

$4,185/month

Average Rent

591 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+3.1%

Increase in the Last Year

New York, NY Rental Market Overview

The average rent in New York, NY is $4,185 per month. This is 152% higher than the national average rent price of $1,661/month, making New York one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in New York average $3,390 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in New York average $4,185 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in New York average $5,754 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in New York average $7,243 or more per month.

Data Updated: July 1, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$3,390/month
441 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$4,185/month
591 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$5,754/month
791 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$7,243/month
981 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,384/month
202 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,209/month
399 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,109/month
827 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,517/month
2,046 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,866/month
510 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,808/month
450 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,065/month
221 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,173/month
73 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,766/month
550 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$5,271/month
813 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,242/month
1,081 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$17,190/month
1,227 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in New York, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.1%, which averages out to $130 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated July 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in New York, NY
Last Updated July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in New York, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
2% $700 - $1,000/month
4% $1,001 - $1,500/month
9% $1,501 - $2,000/month
85% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in New York?

Based on current rent prices, Upper Manhattan, Central Harlem and Harlem are the most affordable neighborhoods in New York.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Upper Manhattan
$2,618/month
611 Sq Ft
Central Harlem
$3,806/month
675 Sq Ft
Harlem
$3,909/month
710 Sq Ft
East Harlem
$4,353/month
753 Sq Ft
Alphabet City
$5,063/month
465 Sq Ft
Yorkville
$5,066/month
599 Sq Ft
Hell's Kitchen
$5,145/month
578 Sq Ft
Lincoln Square
$5,210/month
626 Sq Ft
Rose Hill
$5,251/month
532 Sq Ft
Meatpacking District
$5,294/month
539 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in New York?

Based on current rent prices, Central Park South, Greenwich Village and NoHo are the most expensive neighborhoods in New York.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Central Park South
$7,920/month
664 Sq Ft
Greenwich Village
$7,719/month
783 Sq Ft
NoHo
$7,682/month
682 Sq Ft
SoHo
$7,614/month
673 Sq Ft
Bowery
$7,480/month
672 Sq Ft
Lower West Side
$7,373/month
626 Sq Ft
West Village
$7,330/month
582 Sq Ft
Nolita
$7,152/month
652 Sq Ft
Union Square
$7,059/month
648 Sq Ft
Empire State Building
$6,945/month
618 Sq Ft

Which New York neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in New York with the most apartments available are Kips Bay, Midtown West and Lower West Side .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Kips Bay
$5,473/month
666 Sq Ft
Midtown West
$5,719/month
596 Sq Ft
Lower West Side
$7,373/month
626 Sq Ft
Midtown South
$6,178/month
582 Sq Ft
Murray Hill
$5,500/month
695 Sq Ft
Chelsea
$6,652/month
633 Sq Ft
Greenwich Village
$7,719/month
783 Sq Ft
Upper East Side
$5,441/month
717 Sq Ft
Financial District
$5,774/month
713 Sq Ft
Lower East Side
$6,350/month
767 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in New York, NY?

Because the average rent in New York is $4,185, you’ll want to make about $13,950 per month or $167,400 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in New York, NY is 136.3% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in New York is 404.0% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $3,390 - $7,243. You can expect to pay 15.0% more for groceries, 14.3% more for utilities, and 18.5% more for transportation.

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New York, NY

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How does New York, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare New York, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Upper Manhattan

New York, NY

Central Park South

New York, NY

Studio
-
$4,013/month
One Bedroom
$1,199/month
$4,175/month
Two Bedroom
$1,441/month
$5,674/month
Three Bedroom
$2,349/month
$13,990/month
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in New York?

The average rent in New York is $4,185 per month, which is 152.0% higher than the national average of $1,661.

What is the average rent for a house in New York?

The average rent for a house in New York, NY is $4,109 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in New York?

The average rent for a townhome in New York, NY is $5,271 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in New York?

The average rent for a condo in New York, NY is $3,866 per month.

Are rents going up or down in New York?

Rents in New York, NY are increasing, with prices up 3.1% year-over-year and $130 more per month.

What rent range is most common in New York?

In New York, NY, 85% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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