The Upper East Side is often considered the epitome of “New York fancy.” But that doesn’t always have to mean high prices! In fact, renting in this storied neighborhood can be more affordable than you might think. The UES areas of Lenox Hill and Yorkville, in particular, contain a lot of great deals. We’ve rounded up five great Upper East Side rentals available now, all for less than $2,500 per month.
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Our first Upper East Side rental perfectly demonstrates the power of Yorkville. This spacious unit has a king-sized bedroom with more than enough room for additional furniture, plus there’s a separate home office! High ceilings keep it feeling airy and bright. You’ll also find a decorative fireplace in the living room and a modern galley kitchen. Listed by Kevin Loh, Neil Zaken, Andy Pickerill, and Brian Stern of Bond New York.
Next up is an absolute powerhouse. This Lenox Hill home boasts 2 bedrooms, a dishwasher, and a washer/dryer! The bright, windowed kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances and a mosaic tile backsplash. One of the bedrooms can fit a queen-sized bed, while the other can fit a full (or be a great home office). Plus, this Upper East Side rental is just a few blocks from both the Q and 6 trains. Listed by Anthony DelleCave and Gabriel Gambardella of Corcoran.
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We stay in Lenox Hill for a beautifully located 1BR. This Upper East Side rental is just three blocks from Central Park and surrounded by art galleries and great shops like Anthropologie and Nordstrom. Inside, you’ll find prewar details like an ornate decorative fireplace and classic black-and-white bathroom tile. Pets are permitted. Listed by Kaylee MacKnight of City Wide Apartments.
Yorkville scores again! Here’s another bright apartment with both a dishwasher and washer/dryer. The kitchen is recently renovated to perfectly complement the exposed brick and hardwood floors of the living room. Other great features include the bedroom’s built-in wardrobe and the spa-like, glass-walled shower. Plus, one month free brings the net-effective rent down to $2,200. Listed by Allan Zapadinsky and Donald Manzano of Keller Williams.
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Last but not least, we have an Upper East Side rental in the Carnegie Hill neighborhood. Just shy of 90th Street, this is a stellar location just a couple blocks from Museum Mile and Central Park. Several exposures throughout the unit keep it nice and sunny. In addition, there’s a bright, modern bathroom and a dishwasher in the kitchen. Listed by Sami Katri of Metropolitan Property Group.
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