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Rental Market Trends in New York, NY

Updated August 2026

The average rent in New York, NY is $4,198/month.

Rent in New York is 152% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$4,198/month

Average Rent

591 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.1%

Change / Year

7,480

Available Apartments

New York rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in New York average $3,397 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in New York average $4,198 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in New York average $5,817 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in New York average $7,362 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$3,397/month
440 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$4,198/month
591 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$5,817/month
798 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$7,362/month
976 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,456/month
446 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,484/month
578 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,055/month
964 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,173/month
1,598 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,925/month
513 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$5,068/month
452 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,427/month
289 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,397/month
85 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,934/month
608 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$5,029/month
1,124 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,784/month
1,214 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$15,396/month
1,297 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in New York, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.1%, which averages out to $129 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in New York, NY

August 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

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in New York?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Harlem
$3,113/month
640 Sq Ft
Hamilton Heights
$3,226/month
612 Sq Ft
Central Harlem
$3,538/month
801 Sq Ft
East Harlem
$4,164/month
718 Sq Ft
Alphabet City
$4,874/month
500 Sq Ft
Yorkville
$5,141/month
616 Sq Ft
Rose Hill
$5,210/month
532 Sq Ft
Upper West Side
$5,310/month
631 Sq Ft
Murray Hill
$5,356/month
695 Sq Ft
Little Italy/Chinatown
$5,371/month
478 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
$8,149/month
695 Sq Ft
Greenwich Village
$7,702/month
668 Sq Ft
NoHo
$7,671/month
684 Sq Ft
SoHo
$7,547/month
733 Sq Ft
Lower West Side
$7,414/month
668 Sq Ft
West Village
$7,149/month
604 Sq Ft
Bowery
$7,093/month
657 Sq Ft
Union Square
$7,032/month
656 Sq Ft
NoMad
$7,012/month
718 Sq Ft
Nolita
$6,873/month
646 Sq Ft

Which New York neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in New York with the most apartments available are Downtown Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan and Kips Bay .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Manhattan
$6,291/month
645 Sq Ft
Midtown Manhattan
$5,834/month
641 Sq Ft
Kips Bay
$5,458/month
658 Sq Ft
Financial District
$5,896/month
745 Sq Ft
Greenwich Village
$7,702/month
668 Sq Ft
Midtown West
$5,938/month
601 Sq Ft
Lower West Side
$7,414/month
668 Sq Ft
Chelsea
$6,697/month
628 Sq Ft
Murray Hill
$5,356/month
695 Sq Ft
Hell's Kitchen
$5,389/month
594 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 $4,198, you’ll want to make about $13,993 per month or $167,916 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 $3,397 - $7,362. You can expect to pay 15.0% more for groceries, 14.3% more for utilities, and 18.5% more for transportation.

City

New York, NY

7,480 Available Apartments for Rent

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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

Harlem

New York, NY

Central Park South

New York, NY

Studio
$2,080/month
$3,952/month
One Bedroom
$2,381/month
$4,164/month
Two Bedroom
$2,881/month
$5,667/month
Three Bedroom
$3,339/month
$13,952/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Sunnyside

    Sunnyside

    Avg Rent: $2,061/month

  • Ridgewood

    Ridgewood

    Avg Rent: $2,215/month

  • Hoboken

    Hoboken

    Avg Rent: $3,851/month

  • Brooklyn

    Brooklyn

    Avg Rent: $3,069/month

  • Long Island City

    Long Island City

    Avg Rent: $3,740/month

Apartment Communities in New York We Think You'll Love

10 Halletts Point

10 Halletts Point

10, 20, 30 Halletts Pt,
Astoria, NY 11102

Studio - 2 Beds | $3,195 - $6,390

The Equestrian At Pelham Parkway

The Equestrian At Pelham Parkway

1680 Pelham Pkwy S,
Bronx, NY 10461

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,850 - $2,900

The Riverdale Tower

The Riverdale Tower

3745 Riverdale Ave,
The Bronx, NY 10463

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,200 - $4,500

The Station Apartments

The Station Apartments

5959 Broadway,
Bronx, NY 10463

Studio - 1 Bed | $1,750 - $2,300

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in New York?

The average rent in New York is $4,198 per month, which is 152.3% higher than the national average of $1,664.

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

The average rent for a house in New York, NY is $4,055 per month.

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

The average rent for a townhome in New York, NY is $5,029 per month.

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

The average rent for a condo in New York, NY is $3,925 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 $129 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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