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Property type
Last updated on August 22, 2026
Average rent in
New York, NY
Average rent in
Last updated on August 22, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where New York, NY rent stands today
New York, NY rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $4,495/month. Renters are paying about $65 less per month on average than last year.
Vs. national rents
New York rent runs roughly 2.3× the $1,925/month national median, making it one of the priciest major metros in the country. The market offers 9,953 total rentals, mostly apartments, across a broad range of options.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in New York rent for about $3,804/month, 1-bedrooms at $4,495/month, and 2-bedrooms at $5,295/month. Larger units like 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms diverge, with 3-beds at $5,250/month and 4+ beds at $3,155/month, showing varied inventory.
Neighborhood spotlight
Charleston rents fell 72.0% year over year to $2,800/month across 23 rentals, while Fort Hamilton and Huguenot also saw declines over 68%. This contrasts with the citywide flat trend and marks a notable local cooldown in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in New York
$4,495/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in New York is $4,495 per month as of August 2026. This is 134% above the national average rent, or $2,570 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in New York
9,953
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of New York rentals at each price point
Rent trends in New York, NY
Average rent prices in New York have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
New York, NY
Rent prices in New York vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in New York is $4,630, whereas a house costs $3,500. 1-bedroom apartments in New York run $4,595 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $5,376.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $3,804 | No Change |  3% | |
1 bedroom | $4,495 | 1% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $5,295 | 1% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $5,250 | No Change |  4% | |
4 bedroom | $3,155 | 3% | 15% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bedford Stuyvesant | $3,000 | |
Chelsea | $6,050 | |
Downtown Brooklyn | $4,618 | |
East Village | $5,940 | |
Financial District | $4,700 | |
Hell's Kitchen | $5,000 | |
Long Island City | $4,409 | |
Midtown East | $5,870 | |
Upper East Side | $4,950 | |
Upper West Side | $5,032 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $4,630 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $4,950 | 4% | No Change | |
Houses | $3,500 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,730 | 4% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$3,804
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$4,495
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$5,295
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$5,250
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,155
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
15%
Financial District
Average rent
$4,700
East Village
Average rent
$5,940
Upper West Side
Average rent
$5,032
Chelsea
Average rent
$6,050
Hell's Kitchen
Average rent
$5,000
Upper East Side
Average rent
$4,950
Midtown East
Average rent
$5,870
Downtown Brooklyn
Average rent
$4,618
Long Island City
Average rent
$4,409
Bedford Stuyvesant
Average rent
$3,000
Apartments
Average rent
$4,630
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$4,950
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$3,500
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,730
Last 30 days
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in New York, NY, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in New York, NY compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in New York and Bayonne by all bedroom counts and property types.
New York
134%higher than the national median
12%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in New York, NY is 108% higher than the median rent in Bayonne, NJ.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$2,158
15%$2,425
27%$3,450
16%$2,500
$3,895
2%$2,778
3%$2,600
4%$2,887
4%$2,100
2%$2,790
1%$3,235
16%$2,600
18%Discover rentals in New York, NY
1d ago
Riverdale apartment for rent in New York
555 Kappock St #15U, New York, NY 10463
1 bed
1 bath
$1,155
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 21
2d ago
Kingsbridge apartment for rent in New York
3411 Irwin Ave, New York, NY 10463
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 14
6h ago
Eltingville house for rent in New York
197 Winchester Ave #1, New York, NY 10312
2 beds
2 baths
$1,250
House for rent
Available Aug 22
4d ago
Woodrow apartment for rent in New York
Studio
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West Village townhouse for rent in New York
14 Saint Lukes Pl #TH, New York, NY 10014
4 beds
4 baths
$75,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown East condo for rent in New York
4 beds
4 baths
$75,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Theater District condo for rent in New York
217 W 57th St #69E, New York, NY 10019
3 beds
4 baths
$70,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown East apartment for rent in New York
3 beds
4.5 baths
$68,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
200 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,370–$8,230
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
50 E 28th St, New York, NY 10016
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$4,745–$9,980
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
400 W 37th St, New York, NY 10018
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,666–$9,222
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
50 E 28th St, New York, NY 10016
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$4,745–$9,980
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
180 Montague St, New York, NY 11201
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,865–$10,129
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
180 Riverside Blvd, New York, NY 10069
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$4,543–$20,210
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
777 Avenue Of The Americas, New York, NY 10001
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$5,128–$16,152
Price drop
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
10420 Queens Blvd, New York, NY 11375
Studio–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,560–$6,829
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
200 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,370–$8,230
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
50 E 28th St, New York, NY 10016
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$4,745–$9,980
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for New York, NY
Quick answers to common questions about the New York rental market.
How much is rent in New York?
The average rent in New York is $4,495 per month as of August 22, 2026.
Is rent up or down in New York?
Average rent prices in New York have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does New York rent compare to the national average?
Rent in New York is 134% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $2,570 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in New York?
The most affordable neighborhoods in New York are Bedford Stuyvesant ($3,000/mo), Long Island City ($4,409/mo), and Downtown Brooklyn ($4,618/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in New York?
To comfortably afford rent in New York, you'd need to earn approximately $180,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in New York?
January offers the best rental deals in New York, with rents running about 10% lower than September's peak prices. December is also favorable with the lowest competition between renters, while July sees the highest demand.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
New York Metro Report
The Zumper New York Metro Area Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rents. The New York one bedroom median rent was $2,618 last month.
The Most Expensive
- New York ranked as the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $4,560.
- Hoboken was the second priciest with rent at $3,490.
- Jersey City placed third with rent at $2,820.
The Least Expensive
- Newark was the most affordable city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,600.
- Newburgh ranked as the the second least expensive, with rent priced at $1,610.
- Paterson & East Orange tied for third with rents both at $1,650.
The Fastest Growing (Y/Y%)
- Hoboken had the fastest growing rent, up 10.1% since this time last year.
- Middletown saw rent climb 5.9%, making it second.
- Bridgeport placed third with rent increasing 5%.
The Fastest Growing (M/M%)
About
The Zumper New York Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
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Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.