Manhattan Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
The heart of NYC with world-class dining, culture, and career opportunities. Home to iconic landmarks, Central Park, and the densest transit network in America.
New York, NYAvg Rent: $4,575/moWalk Score: 98
Walkability
98
Walk Score
Transit
100
Transit Score
Commute
0-20 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good to Excellent (varies by area)
Rating
Manhattan Rent Prices
Studio
$2,800
per month
1 Bedroom
$3,500
per month
2 Bedrooms
$4,800
per month
3 Bedrooms
$7,200
per month
Rent Trend: Stable with seasonal fluctuations
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Fast-paced, urban, cosmopolitan
Demographics
Young professionals, families, international residents
Best For
Career-focused professionalsCulture enthusiastsTransit-dependent residents
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
World-class, every cuisine imaginable
Nightlife
Elite clubs, rooftop bars, Broadway shows
Schools
Excellent private schools, competitive public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Manhattan
Pros
- Best public transit
- Endless amenities
- Career opportunities
- Cultural institutions
Cons
- Highest rent costs
- Very crowded
- Limited living space
- Noise and pollution
Parks & Recreation
- Central Park
- Riverside Park
- Battery Park
Public Transit
- Multiple subway lines
- Penn Station
- Grand Central
Popular Streets
- 5th Avenue
- Broadway
- Park Avenue
- Columbus Avenue
Key Amenities
- Subway access everywhere
- Museums
- Shopping districts
- Entertainment venues
Compare with Other New York Neighborhoods
Brooklyn Heights
2BR Rent:$4,200
Walk Score:95
Quiet, family-friendly, upscale
Williamsburg
2BR Rent:$4,000
Walk Score:92
Trendy, artistic, energetic
Astoria
2BR Rent:$3,100
Walk Score:88
Community-oriented, multicultural, residential
Long Island City
2BR Rent:$4,300
Walk Score:85
Modern, developing, urban
Park Slope
2BR Rent:$3,900
Walk Score:94
Family-oriented, residential, safe