Studio Apartments for Rent in Upper East Side Under $2,500
The UES is refined and residential with Museum Mile, Central Park access, and upscale shopping. The Q train's Second Avenue line has improved transit. Rents range from moderate to very high.
17 listings available — updated May 18, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many studios are available in Upper East Side right now?
As of May 18, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 17 studios for rent in Upper East Side under $2,500/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from StreetEasy, Craigslist, Nooklyn, Zumper, CityRealty, and more.
What is the rent for a studio in Upper East Side?
Among current Rentomatics listings, studios in Upper East Side start at $1,380/month, with an average of $2,346 and a median of $2,450/month. Prices reflect 17 active listings updated May 18, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours by scraping StreetEasy, Craigslist, Nooklyn, Zumper, CityRealty, Compass, Douglas Elliman, and OpenIgloo. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments. Broker fee status is inferred from listing source metadata when not explicitly provided.
What is Upper East Side like?
The UES is refined and residential with Museum Mile, Central Park access, and upscale shopping. The Q train's Second Avenue line has improved transit. Rents range from moderate to very high.