New York City's rental market has seen significant changes in recent months. According to a report by Zumper, one-bedroom rentals in NYC surged 18% in February compared to the previous year, reaching $4,200, while median rents in Jersey City increased by 5.4% to $3,140. In contrast, a report by StreetEasy found that the median asking rent in Manhattan for February 2024 fell 4.6% compared to February 2023, driven by slowing demand and higher vacancy rates. Overall, the average rental price in Manhattan increased by 1.35% from March to April 2024, with varying trends across different neighborhoods.