Notable attractions
- The Met
- Central Park
- Guggenheim Museum
- Madison Avenue Shopping
- Neue Galerie
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Apartments for rent in Upper East Side, New York City, NY
Living in Upper East Side
The Upper East Side is synonymous with luxury, tradition, and world-class museums. Quiet, tree-lined avenues and upscale shopping make it a peaceful retreat from the city’s hustle. While the area is safe and beautiful, nightlife is subdued and commutes to downtown can be lengthy. Renters will find a mix of classic pre-war buildings and modern towers, with rents reflecting the neighborhood’s exclusive reputation.
Average rental prices
- Studio
- $3,502
- 1 bed
- $4,263
- 2 beds
- $9,258
- 3+ beds
- $13,399
Great for
- Working-Class Residents
- First-Time Renters
- Investors
- Commuters
Known for
- Museums
- Upscale living
- Luxury shopping
- Central Park
Noise level
- Moderate
Walkability
- Walker's Paradise
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Neighborhood highlights
Notable attractions
- The Met
- Central Park
- Guggenheim Museum
- Madison Avenue Shopping
- Neue Galerie
Known for
- Museums
- Upscale living
- Luxury shopping
- Central Park
Noise level
- Moderate
Walkability
- Walker's Paradise
Transit score
- Excellent Transit
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Renters like you rated these apartments highly, and we think you’ll love them too!- $4,970303 East 83rd Street, New York City, NY 10028(832) 981-1557Rent Savings
- 11 units available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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Rental pricing trends in Upper East Side
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Upper East Side is $4,263, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $9,258.
Rent rates . Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List.
Availability of rentals by price
Availability of rentals by price for 1 Bedroom. Total units available: 49.
- $7,001 - $10,000+
- 1 units
- $5,001 - $7,000
- 16 units
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- 24 units
- $1,001 - $3,000
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More amenities, more comforts, more everything.- $15,000225 East 79th Street, New York City, NY 10075(646) 982-0353
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Garage, Recently renovated, Walk in closets, and Doorman
- $10,100220 East 70th Street, New York City, NY 10021(347) 283-8108
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
- $11,000175 East 62nd Street, New York City, NY 10065(646) 982-0353
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, All utils included, Garage, Walk in closets + more
- $28,00040 East 62nd Street, New York City, NY 10065(646) 982-0353
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Walk in closets, Air conditioning + more
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Apartments near top schools
Live close to highly-rated schools in the area.- $3,615180 Riverside Boulevard, New York City, NY 10069(347) 391-2870Rent Savings
- Eleanor Roosevelt High School
- Level
- 9-12 (Public)
- Grade:
- 10/10
- 24 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Verified listingVerified - $4,430240 East 27th Street, New York City, NY 10016(347) 269-2240Rent Savings
- Ps 290 Manhattan New School
- Level
- PK-5 (Public)
- Grade:
- 10/10
- 19 units available
- 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Verified listingVerified - $3,750515 West 52nd Street, New York City, NY 10019(619) 675-7610Rent Savings
- Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
- Level
- 6-8 (Public)
- Grade:
- 9/10
- 25 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Verified listingVerified - $4,077250 West 50th Street, New York City, NY 10019(505) 207-3886Rent Savings
- Eleanor Roosevelt High School
- Level
- 9-12 (Public)
- Grade:
- 10/10
- 21 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
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Apartments near public transit
Easy access to buses and trains.- $3,615180 Riverside Boulevard, New York City, NY 10069(347) 391-2870Rent Savings
- 2 Av/E 78 St
0.1 mi away
- 24 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
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- 2 Av/E 78 St
0.1 mi away
- 19 units available
- 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
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- 3rd Avenue & East 77th Street
0.1 mi away
- 25 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
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- 2 Av/E 78 St
0.1 mi away
- 21 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
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Apartments near entertainment
Stay close to the action.- $3,615180 Riverside Boulevard, New York City, NY 10069(347) 391-2870Rent Savings
- Yorkville Library
0.1 mi away
- 24 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
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- Metropolitan Graphic Art Gallery
0.1 mi away
- 19 units available
- 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
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- New York Sports Clubs
0.1 mi away
- 25 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
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- Yorkville Library
0.1 mi away
- 21 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
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Apartments near parks
Green spaces right outside your door.- $3,615180 Riverside Boulevard, New York City, NY 10069(347) 391-2870Rent Savings
- Evans Tower Plaza
0.3 mi away
- 24 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
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- John Jay Park
0.4 mi away
- 19 units available
- 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
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- John Jay Basketball Courts
0.4 mi away
- 25 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Verified listingVerified - $2,9457601 River Road, North Bergen, NJ 07047(205) 498-5643Rent Savings
- Evans Tower Plaza
0.3 mi away
- 17 units available
- Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
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